ELIZABETH POLINSKY COUNSELING
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FAQS: Marriage Counseling

I am committed to a non-judgmental experience. I look through a lens that honors what makes us human. We are relational beings, hard wired to connect. What makes us different is where we want to be especially open, curious and never presume we are experts. I welcome all, including sexual orientation, age, race, disability, ethnicity/national origin, gender identity and religious/spiritual affiliation.
What are marriage counseling sessions like?
At this time, all sessions are online though zoom. Our first session will be spent getting to know one another, discussing what’s led you to therapy, and giving you an opportunity to ask me questions. Then I will meet with each partner individually to learn about each persons family history, relationship history, and your individual concerns about the relationship. After that, all sessions will be with both partners present.

Weekly counseling sessions are a combination of conversation, skill building, and communication practice as we talk about about your relationship concerns. We'll talk lot about feelings to help you communicate your feelings with each other in a way that is understood. Through this process you'll be learning tools to use in your day-to-day life. If needed, I'll offer referrals to other disciplines, such as psychiatry, primary care, individual therapy, etc. Most of all, I will hold space for you both to practice open, honest, and kind communication.
​How long will I need to be in therapy?
I meet with clients weekly and each session lasts for 50 minutes. At this time, all counseling sessions are done online through zoom. It is hard to know how long therapy will take as many things impact how quickly progress can be made. In Emotionally Focused Therapy, it is common for this process to take 1-2 years of weekly therapy. However, if you have experienced significant trauma, abuse, or betrayals in the relationship, this could take longer.  I usually recommend that couples start with 6-months of weekly sessions as a trial period to make sure you are finding this therapy helpful. 
What if I need to reschedule?
Life happens, and I know the your calendar can be unpredictable. I am happy to reschedule you the week before, during or after your designated appointment time. My attendance policy is detailed in your intake paperwork and I'm always happy to answer any questions you may have.
​How do I know if marriage counseling will work for me?
There are times when individual therapy may be more appropriate than marriage counseling. These times include:
  • Couples in which one or both partners have an active addiction.
  • If there is an ongoing affair that hasn't ended yet.
  • If being in the same room for a long time is too triggering (potential trauma reaction) or you haven't been able to be in the same space without being civil in a period of time - this format will not be productive.
  • If there is active intimate partner violence, this is not an option.
Good Faith Estimate: 
You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost. Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services. Client right include: 
  • You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees.
  • Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your healthcare provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service.
  • If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.
  • Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 1-800-985-3059.
​Do you take insurance? Are you connected with Military OneSource of the VA?
I do not take insurance and I am not connected with Military One Source or the VA. I am an out-of-network provider, which means that I do not bill insurance. I am happy to offer you the necessary paperwork (superbill) to file with your insurance provider for possible partial or full reimbursement. 

​Please know that not all insurance plans offer reimbursement and that some may have a deductible or an allowable amount. It is best to call the number on the back of your insurance card and speak to a representative about what your specific benefits are. In addition, insurance companies typically only reimburse if the client has a diagnosable mental health condition. I'm happy to talk this through with you at any time.
​What are your rates?
I charge $300 per 50-minute session. 
How do we get started?
Click on the button below to book your initial 20-minute free consultation. We'll chat to see if I am a good fit for your needs. Then we can book a thorough getting to know  you session where we explore your unique issues and your hopes for therapy in more depth. I'm really looking forward to hearing from you!

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​Elizabeth Polinsky helps couples overcome communication problems in order to feel emotionally close again. Online therapy is available in the states of Virginia, South Carolina, Nevada, and Arkansas. Please note that she is taking the month of August 2022 off. 


Address

283 Constitution Drive
One Columbus Center
Ste. 600
Virginia Beach, VA 23462

Telephone

​(757) 856-6049
Fax
(757) 260-9965​

Email

info@elizabethpolinskycounseling.com
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  • ABOUT
    • About Liz
    • Communicate & Connect Podcast
    • Recommended Resources
  • FAQS
    • Counseling FAQS
    • Intensive FAQS
  • Specialties
    • Marriage Counseling
    • Military Couples
    • Veteran Couples
    • Marriage Intensives
    • Therapist Supervision
  • Free Consult