Matt Schneider Counseling: What to Expect

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Expect a warm welcome and to be understood! The first session is where we meet each other and I understand your goals and expectations for therapy.  You'll have the opportunity to openly explore your symptoms, emotions, and thoughts that are affecting you.

After clarifying your goals and understanding your hopes for how counseling can help, we will work collaboratively to work toward your goals. We'll go at your pace, and work together to understand your story and how it has impacted your thoughts, emotions and experiences. Like peeling an onion, I'll work with you to better understand the layers of your story. I'll provide insight, feedback and warmth as we look for new ways to reduce symptoms, increase functioning and insight into your life.