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FAQ
Here are some common questions to Acacia's services. If you don't find the answer you are looking for, please click here:
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Will you read my mind?
Kind of. We will try to help you figure out more about yourself than you might already know.
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Will you tell me my future?
No. But if you figure out a way to do this, please let us know as soon as you can.
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How can I pay if I don't have insurance?
Group therapy is a great option for low cost and yet very effective care. Also, Acacia has limited spaces available for sliding-scale services.
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How private is therapy?
California law protects the confidentiality of communications between a client and a therapist.
There are noteable exceptions:
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Mandated reporting for suspected Child/Elderly Abuse
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Serious threat of physical violence toward others
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Serious threat of danger toward self
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Court order
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Information requested by FBI
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What is therapy like?
Therapy can vary greatly depending on the individual and the goals of the clinician and the client. Generally, a therapist will want to discuss the events that lead the client to seek therapy in the first place and move on to resolving more specific goals. Commonly, sessions will be scheduled weekly and will last around an hour.
Therapy can be focused on a brief issue or can last long term – addressing overarching personal issues and working on emotional growth. On occasion, a therapist might suggest books, activities, or keeping track of events in your life.
For therapy to be effective, you must actively participate in and out of your sessions.
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