FAQs
Where is the office located?
The office is located just across from Costco off the Dallas Parkway on Plano Parkway. Take Plano Parkway to the Lucid Private Offices entrance at 6275 West Plano Parkway (you’ll see a sign). You’ll seem like you’re going to Costco–don’t worry, you’re not. Take the first right at the parking structure. Follow the parking lot around to your left, then to the right, and you’re there.
Where do I park?
There’s plenty of parking around the whole building. You can park in front of the building or in the parking structure to the side of the building.
We’re on the fifth floor. Take the elevators up, turn right out the door, and go through the glass doors. Check in with the receptionist, and she’ll let me know you’ve arrived.
Have some water, coffee or tea and post up in the comfy chairs there in the lobby. I’ll come and get you. If I am late, the receptionist will ring me again; but please know, it is likely that I am ensuring the client before you is fit to leave. I will never let a client leave my office unless they are in an appropriate mental state.
What are your office hours?
Monday 12-6,
Tuesday 9-6,
Wednesday 12-6,
Thursday 9-6,
and Friday 11-6.
My last appointment time is at 5 pm.
How long is a typical session?
Sessions run 50 or 80 minutes.
What do I do to get started?
You can fill out the contact form here on the website, email me at bearingstherapy@gmail.com, or call (214) 892-2158.
If I don’t answer, I’m either on another call or in session. I try to respond as soon as possible, but usually within 24 to 48 hours.
If it is an emergency and you need to speak to me sooner, please let me know. I check my messages often, but I don’t always have the ability to respond immediately.
Do you have a cancellation policy?
Yes. When you book an appointment, you’ll be asked for a credit card or HSA card number to keep on file. If you cancel with more than 24 hours’ notice, there is no fee for the cancelled session.
If you cancel after that time, the full session fee will be charged to your card. I do make allowances for extenuating circumstances, such as severe unexpected illness of you or a family member in your care, severe weather, and occasionally Dallas traffic.
What age range do you work with?
Pretty much everybody. My oldest client was in her 80s; my youngest so far was 3.
Are you LGBTQ+ friendly/allied?
Yes, absolutely. You are welcome here.
I’m a vet and I don’t like talking with anyone. Why should I talk to you?
I’m a vet myself. There is nothing like talking with vets. Like you, I’m more comfortable talking to my military fam than civilians.
Does anyone cry in front of you?
Let’s just say I have ninjas living in my walls, and they just LOVE to cut onions.
Do I have to tell you everything?
You don’t have to tell me anything you don’t want to. You don’t know me from Adam when you walk through that door, and I don’t expect anyone to trust me right off the bat. That being said, the right stuff is helpful. I do offer some therapies where you don’t have to tell me jack about your trauma.
Do you offer video or phone sessions?
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How do I know that you’re the right therapist for me?
You don’t. Sometimes people click right away, and you’ll know from talking to me on the phone. Sometimes it may take a session or two.
I will say this, if after 3 sessions you’re not feeling it, it’s time to move on. Which is not a failure on either of us
If you take your car to a mechanic and they can’t fix it, you don’t give up on the car. You find a new mechanic. If we’re not a good fit, I will do my damndest to find someone who is.
Do couples fight in front of you?
Yep. It’s often very informative. But I will not let it escalate. When I say stop, I mean it. It’s your therapy, but I’m running the show here.
Questions about me
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How long have you been in practice?
Altogether, about 5 years.
Have you been in therapy yourself?
Yep. It’s one of the things that got me into this in the first place. Part of your training as a therapist is to get therapy.
What’s more, as a therapist this job can be emotionally grueling. Sometimes things hit you hard. You need your own therapist at those times. I still see mine when I need to.
What is the best way to get in touch with you?
Calling and leaving a voicemail or a text. (214) 892-2158. My work line goes directly to my cell, and it has a special little ding that tells me it’s work-related.
Once we’re working together, I’ll have you download an app called Spruce. It hosts HIPAA compliant secure texting, which is one of the best ways to reach me quickly.
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Do you prescribe medications?
Do you take notes?
Yes, I do. But I don’t write down every little detail. If there is anything you want left out of the record, please let me know. I’ll do my best to accommodate.
Is your furniture comfortable?
No, when you come in, I have you take off your shoes so I can hang you by your toenails. It’s extremely uncomfortable but highly effective at extracting information.
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… Yes, I’ve been told my sofa is very squishy and comfy.
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Am I allowed to ask personal questions?
Can we go out for a beer after?
As much as I may like you, no. My profession and the licensing board frown on what they call “dual relationships.” That means we are therapist and client, not friends.
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If we see each other in public, I will not acknowledge that we know each other. To do so would be a breach of confidentiality on my part. If you’re just dying to say hi, you are welcome to do so, as disclosure of your business is, well, your business.
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Anything else I should know?
I have stuff to fidget with, a whole basket of goodies. I’m the queen of metaphors—I could write a book. I like my coffee black as night, strong as Fezik, and with a plan to kill you if you look at it wrong.
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