Question 1

What You Can Expect From Therapy?

Accepted Answer

Most people can benefit from therapy services at some point in their lives. Seeking professional assistance is a sign of good coping skills and intelligence, not a sign of weakness. Licensed therapist gives you the benefit of an outside perspective. The feeling of being stuck is usually what brings most people to counseling. Sometimes people feel stuck in a dissatisfying career, relationship, mood, thought pattern, or destructive patterns of behavior. A therapist is able to offer a new approach and help get you unstuck! They are objective, non-judgmental and offer a caring perspective to help you to accomplish your goals. The goal is to help you conquer your life journey and finally enjoy a renewed energy to face life’s challenges.

Question 2

What You Can Expect From Medication Management?

Accepted Answer

More and more medication has turned into something that patients fear. Many worry about some of the long lasting side effects of some prescription drugs. Our trained Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner will monitor the effectiveness of the prescribed medications, as well as the side effects (may sometimes vary), and weigh with patients their many options.

Question 3

How Long Do Sessions Last?

Accepted Answer

The initial counseling intake is generally 60-90 minutes. Counseling sessions after your initial session last approximately 45 minutes. At times your therapist may recommend 90-minute sessions for DBT or Family Sessions.

Most sessions take place weekly, depending on your concerns. However, sessions may be scheduled more or less frequently. The number of sessions needed varies with each person and problem, which will be discussed during the initial sessions. However, it is also important to do your own reflection and work in between sessions. For counseling to “work”, whether it be therapy or personal coaching, you must be an active participant, both in and outside of sessions.

Question 4

How Can I Fit Therapy Into My Busy Schedule?

Accepted Answer

We understand that your daily life can be hectic and how hard it can be to fit counseling into a busy life. Victoria Behavioral Health Services offers early morning, lunchtime, evening and weekend appointments as well as online therapy and phone appointments to fit your scheduling needs.

Question 5

Do You Accept Insurance?

Accepted Answer

Victoria Behavioral Health Accepts all major insurances and for private pay patients please ask in office staff of our pay as you go plan.

Question 6

What is Your Cancellation Policy?

Accepted Answer

We require at least a 24-hour notice of your cancellation or you are charged the full session fee. Otherwise, failure to provide the appropriate notice will result in our standard fee for service to be debited on the day of your appointment. Give us a call so we can work with you on rescheduling.

Question 7

How Many Sessions Will I Need to Feel Better?

Accepted Answer

Every situation is different as some people come into therapy for additional support through transitions or life stress while others seek help to improve behavioral health symptoms such as depression or anxiety. For mental health concerns or symptoms such as anxiety, depression, panic, disordered eating, and similar concerns, extensive research has shown that between 57% – 62% of clients improve within an average of 12 sessions. The actual length also varies on the extent of the symptoms you are experiencing as well as your previous experience. What the research also shows is that therapy is highly effective for clients who complete therapy. Our goal at Victoria Behavioral Health is to ensure that you are matched with a therapist who has unique training and experience with your primary concerns to ensure a successful outcome for you.

Question 8

What if I’m Experiencing an Emergency?

Accepted Answer

In case of an emergency, you can call any of the following emergency numbers: 911, United Way Crisis Hotline (713) 228-1505, Kingwood Pines Hospital (281) 404-1001, Cypress Creek Hospital (281) 586-7600, or go to the nearest hospital emergency room for assistance. We also have other emergency resources listed under the “Links & Resources” section of our website.

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