Online/ Video Psychotherapy and Hypnosis
To serve clients who live outside the San Francisco Bay Area, I offer online audio-video psychotherapy (aka teletherapy), as well as medical hypnosis for nicotine addiction, IBS, Crohn's, and Ulcerative Colitis. Teletherapy is also helpful for people who are practicing social distancing or self-quarantine during this Coronovirus pandemic.
Below are some FAQs about teletherapy.
How does teletherapy work?
First, I ask that you contact me to schedule a free 20-minute phone consultation. If we decide to move forward with working together, I will ask you to complete and return some paperwork prior to our first scheduled session.
For your sessions, you will need a quiet, confidential space (please do not drive during your appointment). Using your phone, tablet, or computer, you will connect with me at Doxy.me, a HIPPA-compliant video platform.
If you are seeing me for hypnosis, we will talk by video at the start of the session. When it is time to start the hypnosis, you will simply find a comfortable position in your favorite chair or other spot at home, close your eyes, and listen to my voice through earbuds. It's very important to have a reliable internet connection, and a private, quiet environment where you wont be disturbed.
What online platform do you use?
I use Doxy.me, a HIPPA-compliant platform similar to Skype.
Can we use Skype or FaceTime instead?
I'm sorry, but for your security and privacy, we cannot use those platforms because they are not HIPPA-compliant.
Is there an app I can use on my phone or tablet?
Doxy.me has discontinued their app, but you can visit the website on your phone or iPad using the web browser.
Do I need to pre-register to use Doxy.me?
Nope! Read on...
How do I connect with you online when it's time for my session?
To get to my virtual waiting room, copy & paste https://doxy.me/maysietiftmft into your browser (*while using Chrome or Firefox ideally - other browsers may not be compatible). Or, click my Doxy.me badge below.. You will be prompted to type in your name, and you may receive pop-up messages asking you to allow Doxy.me access to your microphone and your camera (*click "allow" for both*). At that point, I will be able to see you in my waiting room, and I will initiate the session. Go ahead and try it now to see how it works, if you like.
I recommend that you enter my waiting room a few minutes early so you have time to make sure your microphone and camera are enabled for the site. Use these instructions if you need help.
*You can download Chrome here and Firefox here
Below are some FAQs about teletherapy.
How does teletherapy work?
First, I ask that you contact me to schedule a free 20-minute phone consultation. If we decide to move forward with working together, I will ask you to complete and return some paperwork prior to our first scheduled session.
For your sessions, you will need a quiet, confidential space (please do not drive during your appointment). Using your phone, tablet, or computer, you will connect with me at Doxy.me, a HIPPA-compliant video platform.
If you are seeing me for hypnosis, we will talk by video at the start of the session. When it is time to start the hypnosis, you will simply find a comfortable position in your favorite chair or other spot at home, close your eyes, and listen to my voice through earbuds. It's very important to have a reliable internet connection, and a private, quiet environment where you wont be disturbed.
What online platform do you use?
I use Doxy.me, a HIPPA-compliant platform similar to Skype.
Can we use Skype or FaceTime instead?
I'm sorry, but for your security and privacy, we cannot use those platforms because they are not HIPPA-compliant.
Is there an app I can use on my phone or tablet?
Doxy.me has discontinued their app, but you can visit the website on your phone or iPad using the web browser.
Do I need to pre-register to use Doxy.me?
Nope! Read on...
How do I connect with you online when it's time for my session?
To get to my virtual waiting room, copy & paste https://doxy.me/maysietiftmft into your browser (*while using Chrome or Firefox ideally - other browsers may not be compatible). Or, click my Doxy.me badge below.. You will be prompted to type in your name, and you may receive pop-up messages asking you to allow Doxy.me access to your microphone and your camera (*click "allow" for both*). At that point, I will be able to see you in my waiting room, and I will initiate the session. Go ahead and try it now to see how it works, if you like.
I recommend that you enter my waiting room a few minutes early so you have time to make sure your microphone and camera are enabled for the site. Use these instructions if you need help.
*You can download Chrome here and Firefox here
Will insurance cover the online sessions?
This is case-by-case depending on the particulars of your insurance plan, where you live, and whether you have out of network benefits. Many plans, of not most, do cover teletherapy, in my experience. Hypnosis seems less widely accepted. I recommend you call your insurance in advance if finances are an important consideration for you. I am happy to provide a superbill for you to submit to your insurance company after our sessions.
This is case-by-case depending on the particulars of your insurance plan, where you live, and whether you have out of network benefits. Many plans, of not most, do cover teletherapy, in my experience. Hypnosis seems less widely accepted. I recommend you call your insurance in advance if finances are an important consideration for you. I am happy to provide a superbill for you to submit to your insurance company after our sessions.
