ATTENDANCE EXPECTATIONS
The course of psychotherapy is cumulative and progressive, and regular attendance is very important in order for services to be beneficial for the client.
From a practical perspective, once an appointment day and time is established, that time is set aside for the client. If the client fails to keep the appointment, the appointment time will go unused.
From a therapeutic perspective, frequent cancellations or schedule changes are often directly related to naturally arising resistance or other such treatment issues. These are best discussed within the psychotherapy session itself.
Services should be requested only by individuals who understand and agree to the commitment required to attend on a regularly scheduled basis.
If a client is unable to keep an appointment, it is very important that the office is notified as soon as possible. The full appointment fee will be charged for any appointment cancelled with less than 24 hours notice.
PROHIBITED BEHAVIOR
It is inappropriate for clients to be under the influence (or in possession) of alcohol, drugs or intoxicants of any kind during their appointment. Clients who engage in fighting, verbal abuse, acts of violence, or who bring weapons of any kind will be asked to leave and may be terminated from service.
