Next Steps
Starting therapy with a new therapist can feel daunting, so I mapped out your next steps if you are ready to start the work.
Book a consultation call.
To book your free 15 minute consultation call, just reach out by using this appointment link or email me directly at eaueyong@gmail.com. You can also text or call (213) 536.9122. I will respond to you within 24 hours.
Consultation calls are a wonderful opportunity to get to know one another, discuss your goals, how my services can benefit you, and discuss rates and availability. I am a big fan of questions, so I’d be happy to address any questions you have during the consultation call. All at no cost to you. Even if we don’t end up working together, I’d still love to meet as I may have a more suitable referral for you.
Fill out therapy forms.
If we decide we’d be a good fit, I will send you a portal link along with any necessary paperwork. All paperwork is done online. Paperwork includes consent forms, intake (biography) forms, optional mental health assessments, and a payment link. Payments are made only after session unless otherwise specified.
Your intake forms will provide valuable information and give me a head start on your story. Throughout our therapeutic relationship, we will continue to build a rapport, but especially in the first 3 sessions, we will get to know each other. I will ask questions about your mental health history, family dynamics, upbringing, and goals in therapy.
Therapy is a special space. A place that is reserved and committed to your mental health journey.
Start meeting together.
Healing takes time and step one is our first session. In the first few sessions, we’ll develop a rapport and I’ll ask questions about your background and treatment goals. We’ll walk through this together, so it’s okay if you don’t know exactly what you want to work on. We’ll collaboratively come up with a plan that works best for you.
Some topics/questions you can expect from our first meeting include:
Educational background, current and past professions
Culture, family, upbringing, relationships with parents and siblings (if any)
Past or current trauma
Relationship history
Relationship to sex
Coping skills (if any)
How to Prepare for Sessions
The most important thing to bring to the session is you. Therapy is a place for you. It’s a place to take a step back from daily stressors, work, emails, family, friends, and other obligations you may have.
I find that therapy works best in a place you feel most comfortable in. We can to create a safe mental space for us to process and discuss sensitive topics.
Try to set the tone by setting up your environment. Fidget toys are welcome and of course, pets! If you need to eat during session, you’re more than welcome to as well. Sometimes people will schedule therapy during their lunch break or early in the morning before work.
I encourage clients to journal as it helps with self-reflection outside of therapy. Feel free to bring a journal with you and any other topics you’d like to discuss.
You can test internet connection prior to session as it can be unreliable at times. If this is the case, I also offer telephonic sessions and do not mind accommodating.
Please do not drive during session for safety reasons or have any other individuals with you for confidentiality reasons.
You must also be sober as it is necessary for us to have a conducive session. If you are hungover or cannot make it to session for any reason, please let me know 48 hours in advance.
That’s all I can think of right now, but of course, should you have any questions, feel free to send me a message!
About Our Therapist-Client Relationship
As Your Therapist
I will provide us with the structure necessary for productive conversations. By asking challenging reflection questions, I will encourage self-awareness and clarity. We will work as a team and I will work at your pace. I will be transparent and provide you with techniques, tools, and reflection questions that I think would help get you to your destination. I am not a yes-man therapist and will hold you accountable to the goals we collaboratively set. I believe YOU are the expert of yourself and will not always have the answer. I will frequently check in with you and ask if there needs to be any modifications, as it's important you feel comfortable and safe.
As My Client
I ask for transparency. The more honest you are, the better I can treat you and do my best to cater my work to your needs. Every brain is different and it's essential for me to understand your worldview. I ask that you are honest about your progress and your readiness for therapy. Therapy requires hard work, dedication, and an investment in yourself. I am ready to climb this mountain of exploration when you are.
Together
We will grow, thrive, and connect. We'll have stimulating conversations and awkward silences. We can accomplish the goals you've set for yourself. We will learn from each other as we navigate through life's hurdles. We will have plenty of questions and will definitely not have the answers to everything. The goal is that you will graduate therapy feeling equipped and confident in your ability to regulate your emotions, foster meaningful relationships, and have a fulfilling sex life!
I would love to get you started on your mental health journey. Start feeling better today.
