Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about working with Forge Forward.

Getting Started

Services

Practical Details

Privacy & Confidentiality

About Therapy

Specific Concerns

For Partners & Family

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Frequently Asked Questions

Getting Started

Services

Practical Details

Privacy & Confidentiality

About Therapy

Specific Concerns

For Partners & Family

Still Have Questions?

Ready to Get Started?

Frequently Asked Questions

Getting Started

How do I know if therapy is right for me?

What's the first step?

What happens in the free consultation?

Do I have to do all three services (individual, group, and community)?

Services

What's the difference between individual therapy and group therapy?

What happens in group therapy? Is it just sitting around talking about feelings?

What does the Community component include?

How long does therapy usually last?

What issues do you help with?

Practical Details

How much does therapy cost?

Can I use my insurance?

Do you accept MassHealth?

What if I don't want to use my insurance?

Do you offer virtual sessions or only in-person?

Where are you located?

What are your hours?

Privacy & Confidentiality

Is everything confidential?

Will this go on my permanent record or affect my job?

What if I see someone I know in group or at a community event?

About Therapy

Why can't I just learn skills to manage my symptoms?

I'm not good at talking about my feelings. Will this work for me?

What makes your approach different from other therapists?

Do you prescribe medication?

Specific Concerns

I'm not in crisis—I'm pretty functional. Is this still for me?

What if my issue is really about my partner/job/situation, not me?

I'm worried I'll be told to leave my job/relationship. Will you push me to make big changes?

What if I'm not ready to commit to weekly sessions?

For Partners & Family

My partner wants me to go to therapy. Will this just be about me changing to make them happy?

Can my partner or family member sit in on sessions?

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