CLEAR SKIES COUNSELING
Your First Appointment
Know what to expect before, during, and after your first counseling appointment.
INFORMATION & RESOURCES
Your First Appointment
Contact our office if you need help understanding how this information applies to your situation.
You do not need a prepared speech or a clear diagnosis to begin. Your first appointment is a chance to meet your clinician, share what brings you in, and ask questions.
Before your appointment
Our office will help confirm your clinician, appointment format, and payment arrangements. Look for your SimplePractice welcome email and complete the requested paperwork through the Client Portal. If you need help accessing it, contact our office.
Start with clear expectations
Your clinician will review informed consent and professional disclosure, including confidentiality and its limits, fees, cancellation policies, and how to communicate between appointments. Ask about anything that feels unclear.
Talk about what matters to you
Share what you feel ready to discuss. Your clinician may ask about your concerns, background, and what you hope will change. Together, you can begin identifying goals and discuss whether the fit feels right.
Plan the next step together
Before you leave, discuss follow-up appointments and any questions about the process. There is room to revisit your goals as you get to know each other.
Questions? We are here to help.
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