FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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HOW DO I TAKE AN APPOINTMENT WITH YOU?

Appointments are made online through this website by clicking on the contact us tab on your bottom right corner, and filling out the questions posed.

If the appointments are full as per the online booking chart, and you still wish to see me, you have the option to mail me to be put on the waiting list.

HOW LONG DOES EACH THERAPY SESSION TAKE?

Each therapy session is of 50 minutes in duration.
All sessions are prebooked in advance, thus will start and end on time.

WHAT CAN I EXPECT OUT THE INITIAL CONSULTATION?

The initial consultation ( ie- the first 2-3 sessions-please check services I provide section on the home page for details) can be looked upon as a space where as a therapist I assess your concerns, relevant history and need for therapy ( ie-if therapy can benefit you personally since not all clients benefit equally, some clients may do better with other methods of intervention say for example- medications). I also use the space to assess if I as a person and with my experience can help you personally or you may benefit from seeing someone else altogether.

I suggest YOU can use the space as well to assess how feel about me as your therapist and about the therapeutic space-ie if you feel safe and comfortable to engage with me, if you are able to feel secure with me, trust that i can help you with your specific concerns.

This consultation can also be used to set goals and expectations,and to clarify any pressing doubts about your diagnosis and treatment options.

WHAT TECHNIQUES DO YOU PRIMARILY USE?

I use a integrative approach- am influenced to a great deal by psychodynamic, emotion focused, humanistic and existential approaches. I'm also trained in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Rational emotional Behavior therapy (REBT), Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), Mindfulness based cognitive therapies,
In addition to individual therapies am also trained in Family and couple therapies.

DO YOU OFFER SLIDING SCALE RATES?

The rates are prefixed. Certain time slots are available at lower rates. All rates are subject to a 10-15 % increase every financial year.

WHAT ARE THE PAYMENT METHODS AVAILABLE? CAN I PAY BY CARD OR CASH?

Card payment is not available.
The options available are bank transactions via NEFT and g pay.
Cash is accepted provided exact change is given.

IS THERE A CANCELLATION POLICY?
WHAT ABOUT EMERGENCIES?

Yes, there is a cancellation policy as these appointments are all pre-booked.

Cancellation and Rescheduling policy

All cancellations are charged.

Rescheduling has to be requested and is based on availability.

The earlier the rescheduling request, the better the chances of being provided an alternative slot.

Alternative slot will be provided for the same week (or coming week) that you seek to cancel.

However, if a slot isn’t available or the said slot isn’t convenient for you, the cancellation policy will apply.

***Emergencies are considered purely based on the therapist's personal discretion.***

CAN I TALK TO YOU OVER THE PHONE FIRST BEFORE I SET AN APPOINTMENT WITH YOU?

I'm afraid this isn't an option. Any interaction is face to face and through a prebooked appointment.