FAQ | Gettysburg PA | EMDR Therapy

Are you accepting new clients?

Unfortunately my caseload is full and I am not able to accept new patients presently.

When do you schedule appointments?

I have appointments available beginning at 5:15 am Eastern Time Monday through Friday. I do not presently have evening or weekend appointments.

Do you provide EMDR for children?

I generally don't see anyone under 18 years of age unless there is a special circumstance arranged with a parent or legal guardian. I have never performed EMDR with anyone under 11 years of age.

Is this entirely confidential?

Yes entirely and a big part of why I do not participate with insurance which requires the documentation of a clinical diagnosis which many people I've worked with prefer not to have on their record and insurance often shares info with the national clinical database which I consider a serious threat to privacy.

Do you take insurance?

I do participate with some insurance plans which you can check to see if I participate with your plan HERE. If I do not participate with your insurance you can self-pay and then I can provide what's called a "super bill" which is an invoice with the appropriate treatment codes listed on it which you can submite to your insurance provider. Most insurance providers will reimburse you at the "out of network" allowable rate.

Can I still submit your bill to my insurance?

Yes you can and most insurance will reimburse you at their out of network allowance amount. I can provide an invoice upon request after all services are complete.

Do you provide letters for courts or other purposes?

Yes, provided we are working together in a therapeutic relationship first. I can then provide letters and forms completed as requested by courts, housing authorities, employment, claims, or other purposes which will summarize any therapeutic activities we have completed together or following a thorough biospsychosocial assessment.

How many sessions do I need?

Treatment can be very rapid, however, the number of sessions will vary, according to the complexity of the issues being dealt with. After an EMDR session, there may be a strong sense of relief, a feeling of openness and healing. EMDR therapy is cost effective, requiring fewer sessions than traditional therapy. Relief from emotional distress often comes within the first few sessions.

Do you accept credit cards?

Yes including Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover & Medical Savings Account (MSA) Cards

What does EMDR treat?

PTSD, Anxiety, Panic attacks, Fear & phobias, Stress, Grief and loss, Relationship issues, Childhood trauma, Physical abuse, Sexual abuse, Occupational stress, Combat stress, Auto accidents, Natural disaster, Violent crime, School trauma, Agoraphobia, Anger management, Social anxiety, Physical or chronic illness, Flashbacks, Nightmares, Birth trauma, Divorce recovery, Loss of self esteem, Procrastination, Perfectionism, Addictions, Compulsions/OCD, Creative blocks, Athletic performance, Goal setting and Life transitions.

What do you treat most often?

Trauma & PTSD (rape survivors, crime victims, domestic violence, combat veterans); Fears & Phobias (public speaking, agoraphobia, flying, animals, generalized anxiety); Grief & Loss (divorce, loss of loved one, miscarriage); Unwanted Emotions (low self-esteem, anger, body shame); and Panic Attacks.

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