How It Works | Authentic Hope

Getting Started

Find Your Match

Counseling is like dating. Not all counselors are for all people. We always schedule a phone consultation first to make sure that your therapist can meet your therapeutic needs.

Align with Values

Does your therapist's values conflict with your goals? Do they support LGBTQ rights? What is their training? Ask questions. Be brave and ask for what you need!

Get the Facts

Don't be surprised by high bills that have stacked up. Double check with your provider than they accept your insurance and are willing to bill directly. We will check for co-pays and deductibles before your first appointment.

Begin Therapy

We will schedule your first appointment after your intake paperwork is complete. During this session, your therapist will ask a lot of questions and create a plan for future sessions. Don't give up after only one session!

Therapy

This is where the fun starts! We will embark on a journey and try different approaches to problem solve. Your understanding will grow as will your tool box. But growing pains are hard and your therapist is there to support you.

Commit to the Process

Therapy is an investment in yourself. While the work can be challenging, staying consistent is the most effective way to see real change.

Map Out Your Schedule

Consistency is key to progress. After your first session, we will schedule your appointment times. Once these are set, be sure to add them to your calendar so they have a protected space in your routine.

Maintain Momentum

Counseling is hard work! Don't give up. If life gets busy or the work feels heavy, talk to your therapist about it. Staying engaged through the "hard parts" is often where the biggest breakthroughs happen.

Get Support

We encourage you to build a network of support outside of our office. Sharing with trusted friends, family, or your medical provider that you are in counseling allows them to cheer you on and support your growth between sessions.

Get in Touch
The first step is reaching out to us so that we can see if we have a provider with availability that could be a good fit for you. We know reaching out can be difficult and we appreciate you contacting us. Please let us know the services you are requesting, and if there is a practitioner that you are interested in working with.

Getting Started

Therapy This is where the fun starts! We will embark on a journey and try different approaches to problem solve. Your understanding will grow as will your tool box. But growing pains are hard and your therapist is there to support you.

Therapy

This is where the fun starts! We will embark on a journey and try different approaches to problem solve. Your understanding will grow as will your tool box. But growing pains are hard and your therapist is there to support you.