Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy
FAQs
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Research shows that teletherapy provides the same quality of care as traditional therapy.
How do I know if you’re the right therapist for me?
Learn more about Dr Laura here.
Read our recent article “Finding a Therapist”
What types of therapy do you provide?
Dr. Laura tailors therapy to fit and address her client’s needs. She is trained and experienced in the following therapy techniques:
Individuals, couples, family, and group therapy
Cognitive behavioral therapy
Interpersonal therapy
Psychodynamic therapy
Solution-focused therapy
Motivational interviewing
Gottman Level 1 certified
PEERS therapy for young adults
DBT-informed therapy
Cognitive processing-informed therapy
I’ve never done therapy before. How does it work?
Online therapy is a convenient way to access therapy services in the comfort of your personal space. After a free, 15-minute consultation call, you will be placed on Dr. Laura‘s schedule for an initial session, where your goals and background are discussed.
To engage in online therapy or telehealth, you need a stable internet connection/Wifi, a reliable computer or tablet/phone, and working speakers. During your session, you log onto your secure client portal. Here, you are connected to Dr. Laura‘s virtual therapy room. It is recommended that you ensure a quiet, secure area to maintain privacy and confidentiality.
Is online therapy confidential and secure?
Yes! Dr. Laura is a licensed clinical psychologist and Compass Psychological Services, LLC uses only HIPAA-compliant software to conduct teletherapy and complete documentation.
How long are the online therapy sessions?
Therapy sessions are 50 minutes.
Do you offer in-person therapy?
Dr. Laura offers both in-person therapy and telehealth therapy for individuals, couples, and families.
Article Benefits of Telemedicine therapy for individuals, couples, and families.
Do you accept insurance?
Dr. Laura currently accepts the following insurance: Aetna, Cigna, Optum and United Health.
Read our recent article “Pros & Cons: Private Pay or Health Insurance?”
I don't live in Florida. Can I still work with you?
Yes, thanks to PsyPact, I’m able to offer teletherapy services to clients in states other than Florida. Currently, I can work with clients in the following states: AL, AZ, AR, CO, CNMI, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NC, ND, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WV, WI, and WY