Initial Intake

Service Description

The initial intake is our first full therapy session and an opportunity for us to begin building a foundation for our work together. During this session, we’ll explore what is bringing you to therapy, the concerns or patterns you would like support with, and the experiences that may be influencing where you are today. We may discuss your emotional and relational history, current stressors, identities, strengths, support systems, previous experiences with therapy, and the changes you hope to create. My approach is collaborative, holistic, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive. I am interested not only in symptoms, but in your story, your environment, your relationships, your identities, and the context in which your experiences developed. You do not need to tell your entire life story in one session or disclose anything before you feel ready. We will move thoughtfully, clarify your priorities, and begin identifying goals that feel meaningful and relevant to you. The intake also gives you continued space to experience how I work, ask questions, and determine what you need from the therapeutic relationship. This is where we begin—not with a label, but with a deeper understanding of you.