Annie Wright - Your Guide To Relational Trauma Recovery
I help adult children of mood- and personality-disordered parents overcome the impacts of their past so they can have the best adulthood possible.
FAQs
Therapy
Are you currently taking on new clients for weekly therapy?
My schedule is always in flux as clients graduate therapy and my caseload adjusts. The best way to know if I’m currently taking on new clients right now is simply to reach out to my offices and a member of my team will get in touch with you about my availability.
How long are appointments and how often do we meet?
Individual therapy sessions are 50 minutes long and typically occur on the same day and at the same time each week.
Will we meet in person or are you online only?
At this time, I only offer therapy services online via telehealth.
What are your fees?
My fees are commensurate with my experience and national expertise in my clinical niche. Please reach out to my offices so a member of my team can be in touch with you about my rates and how we can help you reduce the cost of your therapy session fees using your PPO insurance plan’s out-of-network mental health benefits.
Do you take insurance?
No, per the above, I don’t accept insurance directly, but I am considered an out-of-network provider. To help you access potential reimbursement for your therapy sessions, I can provide you with a superbill. A superbill is an itemized receipt that includes all the necessary information your insurance company needs to process your claim for out-of-network mental health services. You can submit this superbill to your insurer, and if your plan offers out-of-network benefits, you may be eligible for partial reimbursement. This allows you to receive high-quality care with me while potentially reducing your out-of-pocket expenses. If you need assistance with the reimbursement process, I’m here to help guide you through it.
How do I schedule an initial consultation?
To schedule an initial consultation, please contact my offices directly. A member of my team will get back in touch with you and then set us up on a 20-minute consult call together.
What can I expect during the initial consultation call with you?
The initial consultation is an opportunity for us to get to know each other. We’ll discuss your reasons for seeking therapy, your goals, and how we can work together to achieve them. This session also allows you to ask any questions you may have about the therapeutic process or about me or how I work as a therapist.
Do you offer therapy for couples or families?
Currently, I only see individuals for therapy. If you’re looking for couples or family therapy, I can provide recommendations for trusted colleagues who specialize in those areas.
I don’t live in California or Florida. Can you refer me to therapists where I live who have specialities like you?
I don’t maintain a list of referrals outside of California or Florida, so the best way to find a therapist in your state is to ask around, search Psychology Today for trauma-informed therapists, or explore Yelp in your area for possible community reviews.
EMDR Therapy
What is EMDR therapy?
For a thorough description of EMDR therapy and for additional links to research articles on this therapy branch, please explore my EMDR Therapy page.
What if I’m already working with a regular talk therapist? Can I just see you for EMDR or do I have to leave my therapist?
As long as your other therapist is a general talk therapist and not treating you with EMDR therapy, you can absolutely see me at the same time. In fact, this is called adjunctive EMDR work. Meaning, that when and if you need EMDR to support your clinical work with your regular talk therapist, you can work with me for intensive EMDR treatment to help you move through “stuck” places in your clinical work. I’m happy to collaborate care with your regular therapist when you come to see me so you can get two sets of clinical eyes on your case for the best care possible.
How long does EMDR therapy take? How many sessions will I need before I feel better?
The short answer? It depends. The longer, more nuanced answer? The duration of EMDR therapy varies significantly from person to person. On average, it involves 12 to 14 sessions. However, the exact number of sessions depends on several factors, including the complexity and severity of the issues you’re addressing, your personal history, and how you respond to the therapy. For single traumatic events, fewer sessions might be needed, while more complex or multiple traumas might require a longer treatment period. Some clients may see progress quickly, while others might need additional sessions to achieve their therapy goals. I’ll help you understand what a reasonable timeframe is once you and I begin working together and I have a thorough sense of your clinical history and case.
Is EMDR therapy safe?
Yes, EMDR therapy is safe. It’s been extensively researched and is recommended by organizations like the American Psychological Association (APA) and the World Health Organization (WHO) for treating trauma and PTSD.
Can EMDR help me remember what happened during a trauma?
EMDR doesn’t necessarily help you remember every detail of a trauma. Instead, it helps you process the emotions and symptoms related to the trauma. Sometimes, clients may remember more details, but it’s not required for healing to occur.
Will I have to talk about my trauma in detail?
No, you don’t have to talk about your trauma in detail. One of the benefits of EMDR is that it helps you process traumatic memories without needing to discuss them extensively. This can make it easier for people who find it hard to talk about their experiences.
I don’t live in California or Florida. Can you still work with me?
Due to licensing limitations, I can only work with individuals physically located in California and Florida. If you live outside of those two states, unfortunately I can’t work with you directly as your therapist.
Do you know any EMDR therapists in my area?
I don’t maintain a list of therapists in other states. If you’re not located in California or Florida, and you’re looking for a therapist with skills comparable to mine, I would suggest exploring Psychology Today and filtering for therapists in your area who have EMDR as a specialty.
Online Offerings
Where can I learn more about your course, Hard Families, Good Boundaries?
The best way to learn about the course is to visit its own website here. We have an extensive FAQ section on that website that will answer all of your questions.
When I purchase one of your online courses or products, are you my therapist now?
No. My online offerings are psychoeducational in nature. By purchasing one of my online offerings and engaging with me through those programs, I won’t be your therapist. But I truly do hope my programs will support your work with your own therapist if you have one.
Misc.
I’d love to get in touch with you and be in touch with you, how can I do that?
The best way to stay in touch is through my newsletter where I share stories of my life as well as information, tools, and resources to support your relational recovery journey. You can also join me on Instagram where I often pop on for spontaneous lives.
I’d love to know more about your Esalen experience. I’m considering going there.
I’m delighted to hear that you’re considering exploring Esalen! It was a deeply transformative place for me. You can read a little more about my time at Esalen in this post. But please know, it’s been 13 years since I’ve lived there and if you’d like more information about what opportunities are available there, you should reach out to Esalen directly.
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