Jamie Kennedy, Ph.D.
Common Reasons for Seeking Therapy
Patients start therapy with me for a range of reasons, including:
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Excessive fear & anxiety, including:
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Stressful situations, including daily hassles, major life events, and difficult early life experiences
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Relationship difficulties
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Difficulty expressing oneself and asserting needs
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Difficulty with interpersonal intimacy and connection
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Critical of self- and others
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Disconnected from wants, needs, values
Evidence-Based Therapies and Interventions
After we determine your goals and priorities, we will explore potential therapies and interventions relevant to you. These may include techniques drawn from the following therapy approaches:
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Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
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Exposure and Response Prevention / Exposure Therapy
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Behavioral Activation
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Mindfulness-based interventions
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Assertiveness Training
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Emotion-focused Therapy
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Motivational Interviewing
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How effective is online therapy?
Research shows that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. I've also found that online therapy can be particularly helpful when working on anxiety, OCD, or depression, as it allows us to work on things relevant to your daily life during therapy sessions. For example, if anxiety has made it difficult to leave your house then we may practice taking gradual steps outside of your house during a therapy session. It's worth noting, however, that online therapy may not be a good fit for some people, and we will discuss this during treatment planning.
Q: Do you take insurance?
I am not “in network” with any insurance companies. However, most preferred provider organization (PPO) insurance plans will provide some out-of-network reimbursement for therapy, and I can provide a monthly statement that you can submit for reimbursement. Please speak to your insurance provider prior to scheduling a session to understand whether your plan provides for reimbursement, the amount that will be reimbursed, and what you will need to provide to receive reimbursement.
Q: How much does therapy cost?
Fees vary based on the service you receive. Fifty-minute therapy sessions typically range from $150 - $185. We will finalize your fee before we schedule your first appointment. I require a credit card ahead of time and accept most major credit cards, as well as most FSA and HSA debit cards. Your credit card will be charged at the conclusion of each visit. I do reserve a few sliding scale spots for clients who would benefit from a reduced fee, so feel free to inquire about that if it'd be helpful to you - ultimately, I want therapy to help solve problems, not create new ones. The Open Path Psychotherapy Collective is also a helpful resource for finding affordable therapy.