The Process

ELIZABETH WILSON

LMFT, LADC, MSW

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist    

Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor    

EMDR Certified Therapist

    THE PROCESS 

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How to begin

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Finding a therapist you are comfortable with can be challenging. Because a positive therapeutic relationship is essential to successful therapy, I encourage a phone consultation for us to interview one another and determine if my practice is appropriate for your needs. 

You can reach me by email at elizabeth@ehwct.com or by calling 203-318-4224. If you email or leave a voice message with your phone number please also leave the best times to contact you. When we speak, I would be interested in learning briefly what you are dealing with in your life and what you are hoping to gain from counseling. This is also gives you a chance to ask any questions you have of me, such as what to expect in therapy and any specific questions about my therapeutic style. Meeting for an initial session will then give you an opportunity to explain in more detail your experiences and struggles, and we can discuss how we can work to meet your goals. If you plan to use insurance, please have the insurance card with you when calling.

You will probably know whether our partnership feels right within the first several meetings and can decide whether to continue with me or to seek a referral to another practitioner. I encourage you to be selective.  My goal is to serve you and open communication is the best way to achieve that. I look forward to hearing from you!


Cancellations

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When you make an appointment, I reserve a special time for you.  I kindly request 48 hours advance notice to cancel.  With the addition of online services it is easier than ever to keep appointments virtually when in person isn't practical due to covid exposure, transportation or childcare issues, etc.  I have a cancellation fee for appointments cancelled with less than 48 hours notice which is equal to the amount of your session fee.

Frequency & Expectations

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Usually sessions are once a week initially and we will sometimes identify some things you can work on between sessions. Unless we are nearing the completion of our work together and are tapering off our meetings, if too much time elapses between appointments, I find that progress is noticeably slower for you and momentum can be lost. 

I recognize that people and their situations are typically complex and require a thoughtfully individualized approach to treatment.

There is no way to “guarantee” the success of therapy. Sometimes at first, as issues and feelings are stirred up, people may even feel worse. But dealing with present concerns eventually help most people feel stronger, empowered and gain a greater sense of wellness!

Length of services

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The length of time of therapy varies and is individual. Sometimes people feel better in a few sessions, sometimes it may take months or longer to complete our work. Factors influencing the duration include the nature and complexity of the issues we’re addressing, your life circumstances, your motivation, and many other variables.

Fees

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My fee is $150 per 60 minute session for individual, couples or family therapy.  Initial sessions and intake appointments are $190.  Payment is expected to be made at the end of each session. I accept cash or check.  I also accept credit cards using IVY Pay, a HIPAA compliant payment service. 

Insurance

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Many people have insurance and chose to use their benefits for treatment.  If I am an in-network provider for your insurance, I have an agreed upon contracted and discounted rate with your insurance company.  As a courtesy I will submit your claims to your insurance company. You will be held responsible for any unpaid balances or gaps in insurance coverage.  I am in-network with Husky, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna and Evernorth, United Behavioral Health Care, Connecticare, Optum and Oxford. 

I am out of network with Aetna.  Many times out of network coverage is available.  For those clients who are out of network, session fees are due at time of service (see above) and I will be glad to provide you a statement that you may submit to your insurance company or your flexible spending account for reimbursement. You are responsible for verifying the possibilities and extent of reimbursement and I can assist if you ask.  You may have co-pays or deductibles which will impact your reimbursement. You will be held responsible for any unpaid balances.