What to Expect During Therapy
During a Session
Individual therapy sessions will last approximately 45 to 50 minutes. I will provide a warm, non-judgmental, supportive environment, helping you feel safe and comfortable. Together we will examine your feelings, thoughts, and actions. You will practice and explore alternative thoughts and actions that relieve distress. The sessions will focus on identifying your strengths and enhancing your natural problem-solving abilities. Identifying goals and developing manageable, measurable objectives is another part of the work. The goal will be to help you feel good about yourself, strengthen interpersonal relationships, be more successful, satisfied, and effective.
Theoretical Approaches
My clinical approach and interventions integrate various theoretical frameworks, such as Strengths Theory, Behavioral Activation, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Systems Theory, Feminist Theory, and Motivational Interviewing.
Telephone
Whether calling or texting, the telephone is primarily used for scheduling and arrangements. 847-943-9894
E-mail is to schedule appointments or provide other basic information. rich@richjentzen.com
Video Conferencing
Clinical services are via video conferencing.
Therapy Duration
Therapy and counseling can be an open-ended process or a precise solution-focused intervention. We will continually take a moment, re-evaluate progress towards your goals, discuss the process, and identify your needs.
Confidentiality
Illinois law and the National Association of Social Workers require Social Workers to protect their clients' privacy and safety.
The Social Worker is mandated to report to the appropriate authorities in the following circumstances:
client discloses evidence of a plan to suicide
client discloses an intent to injure, kill or cause serious bodily harm to another person
client engages in the abuse of children, elders, or persons with disabilities
Fulfilling this responsibility protects you and the most vulnerable members of our community. It is my practice to make every effort to inform you if I initiate such a report.
Medications
Some patients take prescription medications to help with their mood. Primary Care Providers and Psychiatrists can prescribe medications. Psychiatrists are physicians who are specialists in the treatment of mental health care. Primary Care Providers, also known as your "family doctor" or internal medicine physicians, manage various medical health concerns for adults. Mid-level providers, Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants, may provide primary care or manage psychiatric medications. Prescription medications are not for everyone. We will work together to determine your needs, and sometimes we work collaboratively with the prescribing physician to provide comprehensive care. A written Release of Information must be completed to authorize open communication with any outside provider. The use of prescription medications is a profoundly personal decision.
Services and Fees
#1on1therapy
Online or in-person, this is designated for individuals to process and explore their thoughts. Typically, meetings are weekly or bi-weekly.
50 mins | $175
#FamilySessions
Online or in-person, this time will be spent exploring the strengths and needs of your relationship. Your family may be multi-generational, include two or more romantic partners, be a part of the leather and kink communities, or other configurations. YOU define family… or another word that feels right for you!
50 mins | $175
#GroupTherapy
Online or in-person, this session will help you with what you care most about and develop a plan to achieve personal and professional goals.
85 mins | $100
#In-HomeCoaching
Sometimes you want a coach to guide you through the next steps. Having a hard time sorting out your tasks? Does your desk look like the aftermath of a midwestern tornado? Having a hard time sorting though the treasures and the trash?
60 mins | $125 ( 3 hour minimum)
Payment is expected at the time of service. You may pay by Venmo, Check, or Credit Card. Please inquire about my sliding scale if you are experiencing financial hardship.
A receipt for services will be provided to you so that you may submit it to your insurance company for reimbursement. Please check with your insurance representative to learn about your out-of-network mental health benefits, deductibles, co-pays, and maximum out-of-pocket expenses. There is no guaranty of payment.
Fees are $180/60-minute intake session. $175/50-minute session.
I also work with a group practice. At Inclusive Insight (the Chicago/Uptown group practice), I am an in-network provider with Aetna, BCBS, CampusCare, Medicare, and Optum/United HealthCare insurances. With other insurance plans, Inclusive Insight will provide you with invoices that you can self-submit for possible out-of-network reimbursement from your insurance provider. Fees are $185/60-minute intake session. $175/55-minute session. Payment is expected at the time of service.
Call now to schedule your first appointment.
Tele-health and Office Visits are available. Call or text: 847-943-9894
IL License LCSW: 149 009 287 - Expires 11/30/2025
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