Heart Sutra by Elinor Luna

​What to Expect

​Getting Started
If you feel we are a good fit after the first session, I encourage continuing therapy on a weekly basis. Attending weekly allows for the therapeutic relationship to develop and for the therapy to gain traction. You also have the option of attending more than once per week or having longer sessions than the usual 50 minutes. 75 or 90 minutes can be particularly helpful for couple therapy and individuals using the Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM) for trauma.

​Duration of Therapy
Some clients attend therapy for months while others choose to stay for years. Still others periodically return in order to gain extra support at certain times in their lives. Ultimately, you decide what is right for you.
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Phasing Out / Termination
When you are ready to attend therapy less frequently or terminate altogether, we can discuss the best way to proceed. Although it can be easy to overlook, termination sessions can be powerful and meaningful opportunities to celebrate your growth, say goodbye, and consider how you aim to move forward.

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​Payment
My standard fee is $150 per 50 min. session with longer sessions prorated accordingly: $225 for 75 min and $270 for 90 min. I have a limited number of sliding scale fee slots that can be negotiated if you are unable to pay the standard fee. Payment is accepted via cash, check, credit or debit card, Health Savings Account (HSA), or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) — due at each session. Although I do not accept insurance, I can provide superbills/receipts for services upon request.

Cancellation Policy
Canceling or rescheduling appointments requires a minimum of 24 hours notice in order to avoid paying the session fee. To cancel or reschedule, call (615) 585-5525.