Here are some things to consider before starting therapy:

• What are your goals for therapy? What do you hope to achieve by going to therapy? Do you want to learn how to manage stress? Improve your relationships? Cope with a mental health condition? Once you know what you want to achieve, you can start looking for a therapist who specializes in that area.

• What type of therapy are you interested in? There are many different types of therapy available, such as holistic talk therapy, cognitive behavior therapy, EMDR. Each type of therapy has its own approach and focus. Do some research to learn about the different types of therapy available and decide which one might be right for you.

• How often do you want to go to therapy? Therapy can be done weekly, biweekly, or monthly. It's important to choose a frequency that works for your schedule and budget.

• How much can you afford to pay for therapy? Therapy can be expensive, but there are ways to make it more affordable. Many therapists offer a sliding scale fee, which means that they charge different rates based on a client's income. Some therapists are also willing to work with clients to set up payment plans.

LCSWs are trained to assess your individual needs and develop a personalized treatment plan. They may use a variety of therapeutic approaches, such as individual therapy, group therapy, or family therapy.

In addition to providing therapy, LCSWs can also help you with other aspects of your life, such as:

• Finding resources in your community

• Connecting with support groups

• Advocating for yourself with other professionals

Overall, LCSWs can help you improve your mental health and well-being, so you can live a more fulfilling life.

There are a variety of options for paying for therapy, including:

• Insurance: Many insurance plans cover therapy services, either in full or partially. To find out if your insurance covers therapy, you can contact your insurance company or check your plan's benefits summary. If your insurance does cover therapy, you will need to find a therapist who is in your insurance network.

• Out-of-pocket: If your insurance does not cover therapy, or if you want to see a therapist who is not in your network, you can pay for therapy out-of-pocket. This can be expensive, but there are ways to make it more affordable, such as:

• Sliding scale: Many therapists offer a sliding scale fee, which means that they charge different rates based on a client's income.

• Payment plans: Some therapists are willing to work with clients to set up payment plans.

Out-of-network means that a healthcare provider does not have a contract with your insurance company. This means that your insurance company may not cover the cost of services you receive from an out-of-network provider, or may only cover a portion of the cost.

If you see an out-of-network provider, you will be responsible for paying the full cost of services upfront. You can then submit a claim to your insurance company to see how much they will reimburse you. The amount of reimbursement you receive will vary depending on your insurance plan.

Some insurance plans do not cover out-of-network services at all. Other plans may cover out-of-network services, but at a higher deductible and out-of-pocket cost.

An insurance superbill is a detailed invoice or receipt that a healthcare provider gives to a patient after they have paid for out-of-network services. Patients can submit their superbills to their insurance companies directly, either by mail, email, or through an online portal. The insurance company will then process the claim and determine how much they will reimburse the patient.

Ther relationship between client and therapist is vital to the therapeutic process. If you do not feel comfortable with your therapist consider these options:

• Talk to your therapist. Be honest about your feelings and try to understand why you feel. You and your therapist may be able to address your concerns and make changes to improve the therapeutic relationship.

• Find a new therapist. If you've tried talking to your therapist and things still aren't working out, it's time to find a new therapist. You can request that they refer you to another therapist or you can partner with your general health practitioner to be referred to a new therapist.

• At The Centre we feel it is our responsiblity to help client’s find a new therapist if they don’t feel a connection to their current therapist.