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FAQS

Here are some of the questions people ask me about how therapy works. If you have other questions, reach out to me on the contact form

  • Do you offer in person or online therapy?
    At this time I only offer online therapy to people in the state of California.
  • How does online therapy work?
    You will receive a text and/or email 24 hours before and right before our appointment time. You will click on the link provided which will take you to a secure, HIPAA compliant meeting. You can use your phone or your laptop. Make sure you are in a quiet space, where you will not have any interruptions. Please make sure you are not driving. It is helpful to have good lighting.
  • What are your fees?
    Individual therapy sessions are $200 and occur weekly or every other week. Sessions are 60 minutes long. Payment maybe made by card only. While I do not accept insurance clients at this time, I can provide you with a Superbill to submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement. I charge the full session fee for cancellations made within 24 hours of the appointment time.
  • What can I expect from my first session?
    In our first session we will meet for about 60 minutes to discuss what is brining you to therapy, and to co-create a plan and set goals for our work together. I will also take a full history of your family life, relationships, any previous treatment you have had, your work, your cultural influences and your spiritual beliefs as well as your strengths.
  • How long will I need to be in therapy?
    That depends on a lot of different circumstances that vary from person to person! In other words, I don't have the answer. But what I can tell you, is that most clients commit to coming in weekly, sometimes biweekly for about 6 months. Then we reassess our progress and treatment plan every 3 months, and make adjustments as needed. We can stop at any point. Therapy is something you chose to do.
  • Do you take insurance?
    At this time, I do not take insurance. However, I can provide you with a Superbill for your insurance company. If they have coverage for out of network providers, you can potentially receive a reimbursement.

I provide trauma trained, somatic based therapy for anxiety and postpartum depression to adults in CA through telehealth. Together we work to heal your pain, understand and find freedom from your past and discover coping strategies that allow for more peace, ease and joy in the present.

Claire Pichel

Call or Text: 323-433-1380

Email: Claire@clairepichellcsw.com

Snail Mail: P.O. Box 456 Venice, CA 90291

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