A three hour deep dive to jump start your therapy

This Assessment Intensive is only offered by Matt and is for people who want to move through the intake process quickly and start doing the real work. Instead of spreading your assessment across several shorter sessions, we spend three focused hours together.

For Individuals

If you are the kind of person who thinks, “Can we please just get to the point already,” this may be a great fit for you.

In the individual Assessment Intensive, we spend three hours doing a deeper dive into who you are and what is bringing you in. We explore your history, current stressors, relationships, sexuality, mental health, and what you would like to be different. I will ask a lot of questions, but this is not an interrogation. It is a collaborative conversation where my goal is to really understand you.

By the end of the assessment, we will have

• Gone through the intake and consent forms, including HIPAA

• Explored the in-depth sexuality questionnaire and clarified the story you are bringing in

• Identified your goals for therapy and what you want to see shift or improve

• Started to move into your treatment plan so you have a clear sense of direction and next steps

This option is ideal for people who want to move through the formal intake process in one experience so they can step into ongoing therapy with clarity and momentum.

For Couples and Polyamorous Folx

For couples and polyamorous partners, the Assessment Intensive allows us to complete the entire assessment process in one session rather than stretching it out over several weeks.

In a traditional assessment, we usually begin together and then schedule separate individual sessions with each partner before coming back together for the next step. With the intensive, we do all of that in one three hour block.

Our time together will generally include

• Starting together as a group to set intentions, review what is bringing you in, and clarify goals

• Individual time with each partner so you can speak freely about your experience, history, and hopes for therapy

• A closing conversation together where I reflect what I am seeing and offer an initial roadmap for our work

By the end, you will

• Have a shared understanding of the main concerns and themes in your relationship

• Hear my clinical impressions and how I plan to approach our work together

• Begin to feel some relief simply from being heard and having a structure in place

• Leave with at least one or two concrete tools to begin practicing on your own

This format is especially helpful if schedules are tight, if there is urgency in the relationship, or if you simply prefer to get the assessment period over with and start working toward change sooner.

Pricing

$1000 for the three-hour assessment. Insurance cannot be used for this offering.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the Assessment Intensive for
This is for new clients who want to move through the assessment period more quickly. It can be a good fit if you feel impatient with drawn out intake sessions, if you are highly motivated for change, or if scheduling multiple shorter appointments is difficult. It is available for individual clients, couples, and polyamorous relationships.

Is this the same as ongoing therapy
No. The intensive is the front loaded assessment phase of therapy. We are still doing meaningful therapeutic work, and you will leave with tools and insight, but the main goal is to get a full picture of what is happening so we can create a strong plan for ongoing sessions.

What happens after the intensive
At the end of our time, I will share my impressions and we will talk about what ongoing work would look like. That might mean weekly or biweekly sessions with me, referrals to additional supports if needed, or a combination of both. You are never locked in. You decide what you want to do next with the information and plan we create together.

Can I use insurance for this
No. Because of the structure and length of this offering, insurance cannot be used. If you have out of network benefits, you are welcome to ask your insurance company whether you can submit a superbill for potential reimbursement, but there is no guarantee of coverage.

What if we decide not to continue after the intensive
That is completely okay. Some people use the Assessment Intensive as a way to get clarity, next steps, and resources, even if they are not sure they are ready for ongoing therapy. You still leave with insight, recommendations, and initial tools that you can continue to use on your own or with another provider.

Is this appropriate if we are in crisis
It can be, but it is not a crisis service or emergency intervention. If there is an immediate safety risk to yourself or others, or violence in the relationship, emergency services or specialized crisis care is more appropriate. The intensive can be helpful when you feel like you are on the edge of a breaking point and need a structured, supportive space to make sense of what is happening and plan next steps.

If you are interested in scheduling the Assessment Intensive, click on the “Contact” button below or request an appointment and note that you are interested in the three hour assessment option.