FAQ

  • What is psychoanalytic psychotherapy?

    Psychoanalytic psychotherapy is also called psychodynamic psychotherapy and "the talking cure." This type of therapy has been developed over decades of practice and research. You've probably seen this kind of therapy portrayed in film and TV (The Sopranos, Couples Therapy, In Treatment, etc.). It involves a long term commitment to therapy (often more than a year) in order to develop a strong relationship with your therapist. You meet 1 to 3 times a week with your therapist and explore all of your experiences, your unconscious, and your psychological defenses.

  • Do you work with [specific diagnosis]?

    We work with people, not diagnoses.

    Our therapists are trained to work with a wide variety of human experiences, including many not adequately described or included in the DSM.

    Taking that into consideration, there are limits to what we are able to treat in private practice. The best way to find out if one of our therapists might be a good match for you is to schedule an intake.

  • Do you take insurance?

    We are not in-network with any insurance providers, but we provide assistance in submitting for reimbursement to your insurance company.

  • How much does it cost to work with you?

    Associates charge $175 for individuals, $200 for couples and families, and $60 for groups.

    Dr. Smith charges $325 for individuals, $350 for couples and families, and $100 for groups.

    Sliding scale is available.

  • What's the difference between psychoanalysis and individual therapy?

    Psychoanalysis is offered by Dr. Smith. It is a process of psychotherapy that focuses on exploring why you are the way you are so that you may understand yourself more deeply. It is an intense process that requires meeting 3 to 5 times a week, often for more than a year. Individual therapy typically requires meeting once a week until you feel that you are where you want to be.

  • What's your approach to therapy?

    TherapySmith therapists pull from a variety of theoretical orientations in their work (humanistic, Jungian, behavioral, cognitive, somatic, etc.) but the core of our practice is psychoanalysis, which is highly adaptable to individual needs.

  • How do you work with couples and families?

    We focus on the interpersonal dynamics of your relationships rather than focusing solely on specific problems or skill-building (but that is a part of it!). Your therapist will not be the judge, jury, or executioner of your relationships, but a frank and active facilitator of communication and understanding.

  • Do you prescribe medications?

    No, that's outside of our scope of practice and competence! We do work with and refer to many excellent prescribers, primarily psychiatrists.

  • I have more questions.

    Then maybe we should talk? You can schedule time here.