“The question I often get from people who are just exploring therapy is: What approach or method do you use?”
Dr Aaronson explains that he does not use just one approach popularized by other psychologists.
“Over the many years I have been helping people, it’s been primarily with a collaborative talk therapy and biofeedback. However, I adjust my approach according to the person seeking help and the issues they share with me.”
Therapy is an opportunity to discuss/talk about issues that are important to the client while having a trained objective person (Therapist) help work through not only the current situation but in dealing with similar situations in the future. Therapy can be about one specific problem, or it can be about multiple. Something to mention is that therapy is a collaborative event, it requires an active role from both the client at the therapist for change to occur.
There’s a common misconception about the role of therapists. Therapists aren’t there to give you advice and tell you how to feel or behave. You can get that type of advice talking with friends or family. Therapists are there to help you become more self-aware, meet your goals, and reflect on the best choices for you. They’re also trained to help you determine if your symptoms are caused by a mental health condition, and they can recommend treatment, if needed.
Therapy sessions are typically 45-50 minutes, while groups run longer per session. Clients typically meet on a weekly or bi-weekly basis depending on the client’s needs. The length of time while in therapy will depend on the individual client’s circumstance. The therapist and client will determine that together.
People see a therapist for a wide range of reasons including but not limited to stress management to a specific diagnosis. Sometimes an event occurs that causes an individual to seek out help, while others may attend therapy because it provides a trained objective person to help them work through some issues they may have been struggling with for years. Counseling can be beneficial because a client may feel a sense of control in their life and have the tools to be able to make better decisions or changes in their life.
Leaning on friends and family certainly can be helpful. That said, therapists are professionally trained to help you explore and discuss your difficulties and develop solutions to your particular problems. They have expertise in helping you express and evaluate your feelings, focusing entirely on you without bringing their own needs into the mix.
Yes. In fact, I spent a few years researching the issues most people have and helped develop a sleep app. I can help most people identify problems that might influence their sleep patterns and teach them learn relaxation techniques.
I have a range from $165 to $300 depending upon the issues, length of time and number of people such as couples or groups. I accept Medicare and most health insurance PPOs (Preferred Provider Organizations).
You can pay by check, credit card or even cash. For the first session or two I request payment up front, then provide a super bill for your health insurance. Keep in mind that some policies require that you meet a deductible first.
You can call, text or email: drbaaronson@gmail.com. I can usually schedule someone within a couple of days. During busier times it might take a week. Same day appointments are not possible.