Who do you work best with?

Most any one who is open and interested in making some changes. It’s not an easy path, but it can be a very rewarding one. Most people don’t regret the decision to reach out, but plenty of people do wish they had done so sooner. So why not start by making an appointment?

Are you hesitant about the next step? Maybe you’re not so sure you are ready to walk all the way onto this path quite yet. That’s okay.

How about a Introductory Chat instead? Or what I like to call a Vibe Check. It’s a low-pressure way to see if my style and expertise can help you get to where you want to go. To take advantage of this free, 10-15 minute phone call, just send an email to: ExceptionalGuidanceCenter @ gmail.com and include 2-3 specific days and times you’re available.

Are there any situations you may not be the best fit for?

The short answer is yes. If you are currently dealing with:

• An affair

• Severe trauma

• Abusive relationships

• Addictions/substance misuse

I want you to receive the best care possible and if these are circumstances you’re currently going through, I know there others out there who are better equipped to help you navigate that. I’m happy to help you find those options, just ask.

What can I expect from the consultation process?

Therapy isn’t about offering generic advice or quick fixes. It’s a structured, goal-oriented process tailored to your needs. In our work together, we’ll identify where the friction and frustration is—whether that’s relationship struggles, perfectionism, anxiety, or parenting challenges. From there, we’ll develop practical strategies to help you interrupt unhelpful patterns and create meaningful change. Sessions are designed to be focused and help move you forward. Some sessions may be harder than others. That’s normal. If you don’t feel like there’s a general trend, though, towards doing and feeling better, then please let me know.

What does the 1st meeting look like?

The first session is about getting to know you—what’s bringing you in and what you hope to gain from our work together. We will also go over some boring, but necessary paperwork. Luckily as a consultant, I can keep the paperwork to a minimum.

I’ll ask some questions to learn more about your situation and we’ll start developing a plan that feels right for you. You don’t need to prepare anything—just come as you are. And if you feel like my approach or style isn’t what you’re looking for, that’s ok. It happens. You need to find someone you can trust. No hard feelings. I can even give you a referral to colleagues who may be a better match.

What if I’ve tried therapy before and it didn’t help?

It’s okay to be cautious about doing something that sounds similar, but don’t let fear stop you. Having a good match between the professional and the client is widely shown to be an essential ingredient in helping people create positive changes. So it could be therapy didn’t help because the approach wasn’t the right fit, the therapist’s style didn’t match your needs, or the timing just wasn’t right. My approach as a well-being consultant is collaborative, science-based, and tailored to you. If you’re hesitant, let me know so we can discuss how to make this a better experience for you. You need to find what works for you and I’m happy to help; together, we can figure out a useful path forward.