Getting started with therapy, whether "assessment" (initial visit) or "treatment" (coming to sessions) can feel pretty intimidating. Knowing a few things may make it a bit easier, and can even help you to look forward to getting started on reaching your wellness goals. Here are a few things about therapy that I provide, which you may find encouraging: 1. You come first. Not the therapist, not a diagnosis, not something in a book. 2. I never, ever, try to force anything. That is NOT good therapy, and it's not happening here. 3. You can share what you want to, when you need to. (Please tell me enough so I know what you're struggling with, and can begin to help.) 4. Questions are always welcome. Please ask. 5. You are not a diagnosis; you are a human being. Diagnosis lets insurers know you need services (see information in next sections), and can help you and me to know what areas are bothering you most. Whether you call to ask questions or to schedule a first visitassessment, I think you will find that I am professional, as well as friendly and empathetic. I look forward to hearing from you! Elizabeth Elizabeth E Miller, LPCCLicensed Professional Clinical Counselor









