True North Therapy
FAQ’s
Frequently Asked Questions
Taking the first step toward therapy can bring up a lot of questions. Whether you are considering counseling for the first time or returning after a break, these answers can help you better understand what to expect and how the process works.
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True North Therapy & Wellness is a psychotherapy practice providing individual and couples therapy for adults navigating stress, trauma, relationship challenges, identity development, and major life transitions.
Sessions are available virtually throughout Florida and in person by appointment in the Tampa Bay area.
To learn more about your therapist, click here.
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Yes. True North Therapy & Wellness uses secure, HIPAA-compliant technology for all virtual sessions, communication, and clinical documentation, allowing clients to access care with privacy, convenience, and peace of mind.
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Standard therapy sessions are 50 minutes.
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Seeking therapy is not a sign that something is wrong with you. More often, it is a sign of self-awareness, strength, and a willingness to invest in your growth.
Many of my clients are highly capable people who are used to managing a great deal on their own. Therapy offers a dedicated space to slow down, gain clarity, build practical tools, and work through patterns, stressors, or life experiences that may be impacting your relationships, wellbeing, or sense of purpose.
Whether you are navigating anxiety, burnout, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, or simply feeling stuck, therapy can help you move forward with greater confidence, clarity, and intention.
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Therapy is a collaborative and personalized process designed around your unique goals, experiences, and challenges.
In our sessions, you can expect a space that is supportive, honest, and growth-oriented. We may explore current stressors, past experiences, relationship patterns, or the internal beliefs and protective strategies that may be influencing how you show up in your life today.
My approach is both practical and reflective, helping clients gain deeper insight while also building real-world tools that can be applied outside of session.
Some clients come to therapy for support through a specific life transition, while others choose longer-term work focused on deeper healing, personal growth, or relationship change.
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Services include:
Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Treatment approaches may include:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Attachment-based therapy
Trauma-informed and culturally responsive care
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For many individuals and couples, yes. Research consistently shows that virtual therapy can be just as effective as in-person therapy for many mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma-related symptoms, and relationship challenges.
Virtual therapy also offers added flexibility, privacy, and accessibility, especially for busy professionals, military families, first responders, and clients balancing demanding schedules.
Ultimately, one of the strongest predictors of successful therapy is the quality of the therapeutic relationship and how safe, supported, and understood a client feels throughout the process.
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Yes. Insurance benefits through Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, and BCBS may be accessed through a reimbursement model using:
This means clients pay the full session rate at the time of service, and after claims are processed, may be reimbursed according to their out-of-network benefits.
FSA and HSA cards are also accepted.
Coverage varies by plan. Clients can verify their eligibility here: