“Both can be true”
At Orchid & Stone Psychological Services, PLLC, we are dedicated to fostering mental well-being through a compassionate, holistic, trauma-informed approach to therapy. Our mission is to provide a safe environment where individuals can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences, while working toward the seemingly opposite goals of accepting what already is and changing what is possible.
Whether you have never been to therapy before, have seen many providers in the past and aren’t sure you have the willingness to try again, or anywhere in between, we encourage you to take this step for yourself and your wellbeing to schedule a free, 15 minute consultation call.
FAQs
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Dr. Bracken has significant training and experience in trauma and PTSD, Complex PTSD, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety/panic/phobias, and personality disorders.
She has a passion for working with:
-clients who have symptoms or behaviors that are complex, difficult to understand, or cause significant shame/discomfort.
-clients who have experienced trauma and are looking for a safe space to talk about it (or not talk about it).
-men who are wanting to learn more about and connect more with emotions.
-parents of children who have experienced trauma in helping them support their child more effectively.
More generally, she works with clients all along the emotional spectrum - those who feel a lot of emotions and might want to feel less, and those who feel flat or disconnected for their own emotions and want to feel more.
She has significant experience working with and supporting the LGTBQIA2S+ and other marginalized communities. She takes a perspective of cultural humility and anti-oppressive therapy.
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Yes to both! Some clients prefer the experience and privacy of being in a room with their therapist, while others prefer the convenience and accessibility of telehealth. Many clients use a hybrid approach.
Dr. Bracken is accredited through PsyPact and the AUTHORITY TO PRACTICE INTERJURISDICTIONAL TELEPSYCHOLOGY (APIT) to practice psychology in more than 30 states. Click here to see if you live in a state that participates in PsyPact.
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Orchid & Stone Psychological Services, PLLC is an out-of-network (OON) clinic. See more information about services and fees here.
There are a lot of reasons for this (ask your provider for more details), and it is also understandable this is a barrier for many who are seeking services. If you are looking for lower cost options, consider resources like https://openpathcollective.org/ or https://www.opencounseling.com/
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If a client wants coordination of care with another provider(s), there is a Release and Request of Information form to complete, and then you will discuss with your provider exactly what information you would like shared/exchanged. This can be helpful when a client has medication management, an ongoing medical concern that impacts their mental health, or if you’re transitioning care to a new therapist. Your provider can speak with you more about your needs and limits during the consultation call or intake process, or at any point throughout the therapy process.