FAQs
MarthaElin Mountain, M.Ed., Ed.D., M.A., MFT
Psychotherapy for Healing Growth Clarity Confidence
"Throughout our work together, my intention is to help you feel heard and validated."
831.624.5773
www.drmarthaelin.com
26485 Carmel Rancho Blvd #4 * Carmel, CA.
621 Forest Ave #2 * Pacific Grove, CA.
Distance Support Available
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Doctor of Education
EMDR Provider
Giftedness Consultant
Certified Sandplay Practitioner
Victim-of-Crime Affiliate
"I look forward to connecting with you to understand
what you are seeking and how I might be helpful to you."
what you are seeking and how I might be helpful to you."
Frequently Asked Questions
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* How do I set up an initial appointment?Leave a message on my confidential voice mail (831.624.5773), or e-mail me. I will contact you personally, answer your questions, and better understand how I might help you.
Leave a message on my confidential voice mail (831.624.5773), or e-mail me. I will contact you personally, answer your questions, and better understand how I might help you. * How long does therapy take?Therapy may be brief, long-term, or somewhere in between. The length of time depends upon your goals, the severity and nature of the problem you are experiencing, and how long it has been an issue. Many people do not need long-term therapy to accomplish their goals. Some people discover new goals along the way and choose to continue. Still others take time off and return at a later time. I check in with my clients about what is working well and to determine when a shift in goals or modality is appropriate.
* What about confidentiality?As an experienced clinician, I take client privacy very seriously. I will not discuss you with anyone without your express, written permission. All records and information will be kept strictly confidential within the limits of the law. There are, however, certain situations involving abuse, neglect, or the intent to harm oneself or others which I am legally obligated to disclose.
Therapy may be brief, long-term, or somewhere in between. The length of time depends upon your goals, the severity and nature of the problem you are experiencing, and how long it has been an issue. Many people do not need long-term therapy to accomplish their goals. Some people discover new goals along the way and choose to continue. Still others take time off and return at a later time. I check in with my clients about what is working well and to determine when a shift in goals or modality is appropriate. * What about confidentiality?
As an experienced clinician, I take client privacy very seriously. I will not discuss you with anyone without your express, written permission. All records and information will be kept strictly confidential within the limits of the law. There are, however, certain situations involving abuse, neglect, or the intent to harm oneself or others which I am legally obligated to disclose.* What about insurance? I am an out-of-network provider for many companies, including TriCare/TriWest, Blue Cross, United Behavioral Health, GEHA, Blue Shield. I am a provider for CHP. Most companies offer reimbursement for my services. . If you choose to use your insurance, I will provide the standard medical receipt to submit to your plan.
* Why do people choose self-payment (vs. insurance) for psychotherapy?
The bottom-line answer is personal control and privacy. You are free to choose your own therapist, and the type and length of psychotherapy that fits your personal needs. Your sessions do not need to be "pre-approved." Your therapy is completely private. This means that your mental health services will not become part of your insurance company's computer database, which may be used in the future to determine if you are eligible for health, life, or disability coverage. * What is Sandplay? Sandplay is a quiet, active, nonverbal therapy experience for adults, couples, and children. A Sandplay process can heal effects of trauma, resolve inner conflicts, reduce anxieties, increase a client's sense of self-worth, and move a client out of feeling "stuck." Research shows its powerful effects for clients dealing with chronic illness, relationships, transitions, abuse, end of life, trauma, and grief.
Sandplay is a quiet, active, nonverbal therapy experience for adults, couples, and children. A Sandplay process can heal effects of trauma, resolve inner conflicts, reduce anxieties, increase a client's sense of self-worth, and move a client out of feeling "stuck." Research shows its powerful effects for clients dealing with chronic illness, relationships, transitions, abuse, end of life, trauma, and grief. The training and experience for becoming a Jungian-based Sandplay therapist is extensive, intensive, and ongoing. Clients may choose to do Sandplay as part of their therapy process.
* What is EMDR? EMDR is an advanced brain-body therapy that allows a person to identify and "clear" the emotional effects of painful memories and past traumatic events. You may notice that certain things seem to "push your buttons." Chances are, those buttons are left over from a past experience. EMDR is used successfully with a variety of physical and emotional blocks that are stress-provoking.
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