"Healing takes courage, and we all have courage, even if we have to dig a little to find it." - Tori Amos

 

FAQs

 

  • There is not a one size fits all approach to therapy. That is why your initial sessions will be dedicated to creating a personalized treatment plan to fit your unique needs and goals. Additionally, as you travel through your healing journey your therapeutic needs may change. This is why I believe that having an eclectic approach to therapy is important as it allows for a flexible and multifaceted approach that allows for the use of the most effective methods available to address each individual client's needs.

 

  • At this time, OptiMYzing Resilience does not accept insurance. A Super bill can be provided upon request so that you can submit for reimbursement to your independent insurance company. Depending on your insurance coverage or employee benefit plan, it is possible for services to be covered in full or in part. I’d recommend that you reach out to your provider directly and inquiry about your mental health benefits, any deductibles you may have, or approvals you will need to be reimbursed once provided with a super bill from OptiMYzing Resilience.

 

  • Please contact me to learn about my current rates.

    Therapy represents a significant commitment, and I acknowledge that financial limitations may hinder access to support. I have established a flexible fee structure for eligible individuals, providing scaled session rates. In an effort to make therapy more accessible, I reserve two reduced-fee slots for eight sessions over two months. Specifically for individuals within the BIPOC community facing financial challenges, I allocate one free appointment slot for four sessions over one month. Please contact me to inquire about availability or to be added to the waitlist.

 

  • 2-Day Intensive

    Ideal for Couples Who:

    -Seek to enhance intimacy & strengthen relationship

    -Looking for a supportive space to begin premarital preparation

    -Can manage conflict productively but require assistance with a specific decision

    -Preventive care: A relationship tune-up

    Includes:

    Two Days of Therapy

    -Comprehensive Assessment & Begin Therapeutic work Day 1 (approx 4 hrs)

    -Completion of Therapeutic Work Day 2 (approx 6hrs)

    3-Day Intensive

    Ideal for Couples Who:

    -Desire to enhance intimacy (ie feeling more like roommates than romantic partners)

    -Need support navigating significant life decisions (e.g., having children, making a job change, relocating, etc.)

    -Have struggled with conflict for some time

    -Aim to make relatively minor repairs in their relationship

    Includes:

    Three Days of Therapy

    -Comprehensive Assessment & Begin Therapeutic work Day 1 (approx 4 hrs starting Friday 4pm)

    -Dedicated Therapeutic Work Day 2 (approx 6hrs starting Saturday 9am)

    -Completion of Therapeutic Work Day 3 (approx 4hrs starting Sunday 9am)

    4-Day Intensive:

    Ideal for Couples Who:

    -Struggle with conflict while desiring to improve intimacy

    -Feel more like enemies than partners

    -Aim to reignite intimacy (e.g., not physically intimate in months, feeling disconnected)

    -Need to repair a major betrayal (e.g., an affair)

    -Require guidance in navigating multiple conflict areas

    -Have separated but seek reconciliation

    -Deal with underlying trauma impacting the relationship occasionally or regularly

    Includes:

    Four Days of Therapy separated into two weeks.

    -Comprehensive Assessment & Begin Therapeutic work Day 1 (approx 6 hrs starting Saturday 9am)

    -Dedicated Therapeutic Work Day 2 (approx 6hrs starting Sunday 9am)

    -Dedicated Work Day 3 (approx 6hrs starting the following Saturday 9am)

    -Final Session Day 4 (approx 4 hrs Sunday 9am)

    The cost of an intensive varies depending on the duration of our sessions. Please contact me to learn more about investment rates.

    Where does it take place?

    Intensive Couple’s Therapy takes place in the office in Brandon, Florida, a hybrid can be arranged with both in-office sessions and virtual sessions.

    What if I live outside of Florida?

    Kim sees couples from around the country. They fly into sunny and beautiful Florida and stay in one of many hotel options. To find out more about where to stay, Kim can offer suggestions.

    What if i’m unable to travel to Florida but would like in-person sessions?

    Kim, does travel to NY, VA, & CA. If sessions are not conducted in FL and travel is required to your state, additional fees are applied.

 

  • EMDR Intensives include:

    Customized Treatment Workbook for your records

    Pre-Intensive Interview Assessment (90 min):

    A virtual appointment is scheduled 2 weeks prior for 1.5-hrs for initial assessment. This session allows enough time to obtain a thorough history, assess what the current needs are, create treatment targets, and to learn grounding skills that will be needed for processing.

    3-day or 4 day processing sessions (3-4 hour blocks):

    Focused EMDR time to process targets discussed in assessment

    Post-Intensive Follow-up (50-60 min)​:

    A follow up appointment is scheduled a week after your final processing session. This time is used to assist clients in integration of insights learned during EMDR intensive program into their lives.

    *The cost of an intensive varies depending on the duration of our sessions. Please contact me to learn more about cost. Please keep in mind that while Pre & Post sessions can be conducted virtually, processing sessions are conducted in person.

    What if I live outside of Florida?

    Kim sees clients from around the country. They fly into sunny and beautiful Florida and stay in one of many hotel options. To find out more about where to stay, Kim can offer suggestions.

    What if i’m unable to travel to Florida but would like in-person sessions?

    Kim travels to NY, VA, & CA for many clients. If sessions are not conducted in FL and travel is required to your state, additional fees are applied.

  • If you are unable to attend a session, please cancel within 24hrs. Otherwise, you will be charged for the full rate of the session. I understand that emergencies happen and 24hr notice may not always be feasible. If 24hrs notice cannot be given due to an emergency, a one time fee wavier can be requested.

 

  • On the day of your session you will receive an invoice. The request is that you satisfy that invoice prior to the start of your session. If this is not done, payment will be collected at the beginning of your session.

    A deposit is required for all therapy intensives.

 

  • At this time limited in-person sessions slots are available. Tele-health is always an option.

 

  • Yes, of course!!!! Coaching is offered through my business Woman Unbreakable. Please click HERE to learn more.

 

  • There are MANY factors influencing the therapeutic process. It is important to note that the outcomes of therapy cannot be guaranteed. Several variables, including the duration and intensity of symptoms, individual motivation, and the complexity of issues to be addressed, play pivotal roles in shaping the course of treatment. Additionally, the likelihood of achieving desired results is impacted by your commitment to implementing recommendations and strategies learned during sessions. Your personal motivation and dedication to follow through with therapeutic guidance are integral factors that contribute significantly to the overall effectiveness of the treatment. Therefore, while therapy provides valuable tools and insights, the realization of specific outcomes is contingent upon the collaborative efforts of both the individual and the therapeutic process. Remember healing is not a linear process it takes time, motivation, dedication and the willingness to get uncomfortable.

  • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) , and Brainspotting are types of brain- based therapies that have been developed to treat a range of mental health conditions, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, and addiction. ART & EMDR use eye movements to facilitate the processing of traumatic memories and emotions. EMDR uses other bilateral stimulation as well.

    What is Brainspotting?

    Brainspotting was discovered by David Grand, growing out of his EMDR work and training in other modalities as well.

    Here’s how it works: The therapist and client work together to find the “brainspot” or eye position that corresponds with a specific emotional response or incident. Once on that “target,” the therapist instructs the client to “let their brain take them wherever it takes them” which allows the brain to make any connections needed to process a particular event. The therapist provides minimal interruptions.

    Here are some difference between ART & EMDR & Brainspotting (BSP):

    • ART uses a specific number of eye movements, EMDR the number of eye movements can vary, and BSP involves finding a “brainspot” or eye position.

    • EMDR focuses on negative beliefs associated with content, ART is concentrate on emotions and sensations associated with images, and BSP focuses on concentrating on the problem/event topic, identifying how you feel and experience the issue in your mind and body

    • ART is a more directed approach focused on the image “scene” you are working on, and both EMDR & Brainspotting is more adaptable .

    • EMDR tends to be a longer process as there are 8-phases that need to be completed, whereas ART & Brainspotting can be completed within 1-5 sessions.

    In certain instances, ART , EMDR and even Brainspotting may be more appropriate for a client vs the other. For clients who may not experience favorable results with one method, the option to explore the alternatives exists, providing them with the opportunity to discover significant success through alternative approaches. In many circumstances a EMDR & Brainspotting can be integrated.