Frequently Asked Questions

Q:        How can therapy help you and your loved ones?

A:        People have thoughts, beliefs, feelings, physical sensations, and behaviors. Each therapist focuses on these as it suits your needs.   By learning more about yourself you can have more ability to make choices which enrich your life and stop doing things which make you angry, confused, afraid or sad.

Q:        Is therapy only for one person?

A:        Therapy can be for individuals, families, couples, and other groups.

Q:       What happens during child play therapy?

A:        When young children come to New Beginnings they don't always have the words to tell their therapist how they feel. The therapist will work with the child, the parents, siblings and others. It is important for children to feel safe and comfortable. This is why art, toys, puppets and more are part of the play therapy room at New Beginnings Counseling Center.

Q:        How often will I go to therapy?

A:        Usually therapy is conducted once a week for about an hour each session but this depends upon your needs. You and your therapist will discuss your treatment and make a plan together.

Q:        Will my insurance cover therapy?

A:        Insurance may cover therapy. When you call New Beginnings, one of our therapists can assist you with insurance benefits information.

Q:       What can you expect at the first appointment?

A:   Your therapist will greet you personally in the waiting room and will review relevant paperwork. You can help by bringing your insurance id card. Your therapist will help you feel comfortable and answer any questions you may have.

Q:     I am divorced and feel my child will benefit from therapy. How does this work?

A:       In order for a child to be seen BOTH parents who have LEGAL custody must sign an authorization to treat. This does not have to be completed the first session but

does need to be done soon after. If possible, all parents the child sees or has access to should have contact with the therapist in order to facillitate the best

therapeutic outcome. Your therapist can discuss this with you further by phone or at the initial session.

Q:     Can I ask questions before I make an appointment?

A:      Certainly! In fact we encourage everyone to be absolutely certain they have chosen the right therapist for themselves and know there may be many questions to ask.