Question 1

How do I know if I'm a good fit?

Accepted Answer

The therapeutic fit is essential for effective trauma therapy. During a free initial 15-minute consultation, I review your current struggles, your goals, and my clinical style. You can ask any questions to gauge if you feel safe, heard, and aligned with my approach.

Question 2

How long are sessions, and how long does therapy take?

Accepted Answer

Standard individual sessions are 55 minutes long, with 85-minute extended options available for EMDR or deeper DBR work. Therapy duration varies significantly depending on your history and goals—some clients experience meaningful shifts within 3–6 months, while others engage in longer-term relational and complex trauma work.

Question 3

How do I know if I need a 55-minute session or an 85-minute one?

Accepted Answer

Most clients begin with standard 55-minute sessions. For trauma processing modalities like EMDR or Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR), extended 85-minute sessions provide extra time to ground, process without feeling rushed, and re-regulate before ending. I can decide together with you what makes the most sense for your system.

Question 4

What happens in the first session?

Accepted Answer

Our initial session is a low-pressure, supportive intake conversation. I'll explore what brings you to therapy, review your background at a comfortable pace, and clarify what you want to experience in your life and body. I guide the conversation so you don't have to worry about knowing what to say.

Question 5

Do you offer in-person therapy?

Accepted Answer

No. Rootwell Therapy is a 100% telehealth practice serving clients residing anywhere in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Telehealth allows you to receive specialized trauma care from the privacy, comfort, and safety of your home.

Question 6

Is therapy confidential?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Confidentiality is legally and ethically protected. What you share in session remains private, with standard legal exceptions regarding safety (e.g., imminent risk of harm to yourself or others, or suspected child/elder abuse). If you choose to submit Superbills to insurance, they may request standard diagnostic codes.

Question 7

What is your cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

I require 24 to 48 hours notice for session cancellations to avoid being charged the full session fee, as that time slot is set aside specifically for you.

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