What is Psychotherapy
Many people are not exactly sure what psychotherapy is. Psychotherapists provide both, psychotherapy and counseling. Often times people feel that psychotherapy is only for people with major psychological problems and disturbances. Some people might associate the word psychotherapy with "psycho", meaning you have to be "crazy" to go to therapy. This is simply not the case. Psychotherapy is appropriate and useful for high functioning people who want to improve the quality of their lives or seek personal growth.

Fees and Time
Hourly session fees are comparable to private therapy in the Bay Area. You will discuss the fee upon initial phone contact. Weekly or bi-weekly meetings for 50-minute sessions are typical. Your goals will indicate how long you will find therapy beneficial. Some specific goals can be successfully reached in
4 -10 sessions. The length of therapy really depends on what you would like to accomplish.

Insurance
Health insurance plans differ regarding mental health benefits. Direct payment of each session is required at the time of each visit. You may want to utilize your insurance benefits and get reimbursed for sessions.

Contact
To set up an initial phone consultation, appointment, or if you have any questions:
Call 415-255-4214
or E-mail info@sftherapy.net
(please note emails are not confidential correspondence)
Your phone calls and emails will be responded to promptly.

Lori Lavinthal - 1905 Union St. Suite 2, San Francisco, CA - Tel 415-255-4214 Email