Frequently Asked Questions About Online Therapy in CT

Counseling lasts 53 minutes. But we also offer 45 minutes sessions.

1.Rapport: The counselor and client engage in introductions and begin the process of building rapport and trust. The counselor may explain their background, qualifications, and the confidentiality rules. Building a positive therapeutic relationship is essential for effective counseling.

2. Gathering: The counselor conducts an initial assessment, which involves gathering information about the client's reasons for seeking counseling, their personal history, and any relevant background information. This helps the counselor understand the client's concerns and create an individualized treatment plan.

3. Goal Setting and Expectations: The counselor and client discuss the client's goals and expectations for counseling. This may include identifying the specific issues or challenges the client wants to address and setting initial treatment goals. It's also an opportunity to explain the therapeutic approach the therapist plans to use and clarify any questions or concerns the client may have about the counseling process.

We have found that meeting weekly improves clients’ progress toward their goals. Weekly sessions provide a consistent and structured schedule for the therapeutic process. This regularity allows for a more steady and progressive exploration of the client's concerns and the development of coping strategies or insights. It also maintains momentum, making it easier to address and work through issues efficiently.

The number of sessions can vary person to person and depends on the complexity and severity of the issues. Typically, clients report feeling better after 3-6 months of weekly treatment.

Please see our Rates & Insurance page.

Embrace Calmness Counseling currently accepts Optum, United Healthcare, Connecticare, Aetna, and Husky. There will be more to come! Payment is due at the time of each service. Please keep in mind that it's important to check with your insurance provider to understand their reimbursement policies and whether they cover mental health services.

We use a secure HIPPA-compliant platform to offer telehealth counseling.

We work with adults struggling with anxiety and depression.

We have a 24-hour cancellation policy, but we understand that is not always possible because, well… “life happens.” We do have a very firm 24-hour cancellation policy, so if you need to cancel for any reason, make sure you give us 24 hours’ notice to avoid paying the late cancellation fee, which is the full session rate. We offer phone and video sessions in case something happens last minute that prevents you from coming to your appointment.