FAQs: Common Questions About Therapy

Choosing a therapist in Englewood often begins with finding the right therapist for your specific needs. A psychotherapist’s experience and training shape how therapy works and the specific type of concerns addressed. Feeling comfortable speaking openly during a consultation often makes a meaningful difference in deciding whether the fit feels right.

A good therapeutic fit often includes feeling heard, respected, and understood. Many people notice early on whether the therapist’s style feels supportive and whether the process makes sense. A consultation helps clarify whether it feels like a good match before moving forward.

People consider therapy for many reasons. Some reach out during a difficult period, while others notice patterns they want to better understand or change. While talking with a best friend or family member can be supportive, working with a therapist offers a dedicated space for deeper exploration and perspective.

Psychotherapy is a process of working with a trained psychotherapist or mental health professional to better understand thoughts, emotions, and patterns of behavior. Therapy helps most people gain insight, reflect on emotional patterns, and better understand themselves and their relationships over time.

Dr. Susan Hollander is a licensed psychotherapist with a PhD in social work and more than 40 years of clinical experience. Her therapeutic approach is psychodynamic and relational, informed by extensive clinical training and focused on helping people better understand how they think, feel, and relate to others across different issues and life stages.

Dr. Susan Hollander works with adults in individual and couples therapy. Her practice is focused on adult psychotherapy and does not include therapy for children.

Yes. Individual counseling focuses on personal concerns, emotional patterns, and life challenges. Couples therapy focuses on relationship dynamics, communication, and shared concerns. The structure of therapy depends on your goals and what you want to explore.

People come to therapy for a wide range of concerns. Common areas of focus include anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma, life transitions, and personal development. Some people seek therapy during a difficult time, while others want space to explore longer-standing patterns and develop new ways of handling things.

A psychodynamic and relational approach focuses on understanding emotional patterns, relationships, and past experiences that shape how people think, feel, and relate in the present. Therapy emphasizes insight, self-understanding, and the therapeutic relationship as an important part of the work.

Insight-oriented therapy focuses on understanding emotional patterns and experiences that shape how people think, feel, and relate. Skills-based approaches, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) or dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), tend to focus more on learning tools to manage specific thoughts or behaviors. This work places more emphasis on meaning, relationships, and long-standing patterns that influence daily life.

Yes. Many people seek therapy for anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties. A psychodynamic and relational approach supports understanding emotional patterns and relationships that contribute to distress, allowing the work to unfold in a way that reflects each person’s needs.

The first session is an opportunity to begin talking about what led you to seek therapy and what you hope to work on. Questions are asked to understand your background and current concerns, and you are welcome to share at your own pace. Therapy is an active process, and your participation helps shape the work over time.

Many people begin therapy by meeting weekly, which helps establish consistency early in the process. Over time, sessions may become less frequent depending on progress, goals, and individual circumstances. Scheduling is discussed openly and adjusted as therapy unfolds.

The length of therapy varies from person to person. Some people come to therapy for a specific concern over a shorter period, while others continue longer to work through deeper or ongoing patterns. The duration of therapy depends on individual goals and is revisited over time.

The pace of change in therapy varies. Some people notice early shifts, such as increased clarity or relief from feeling understood, while deeper changes tend to develop over time. Everyone’s circumstances are different, and progress reflects the nature of the concerns being explored and the pace of the work.

Many people find it helpful to think of an initial consultation as a conversation rather than a commitment. It offers space to ask questions, talk about concerns, and get a sense of whether the work feels like a good fit and offers access to care that feels comfortable and consistent.

Dr. Susan Hollander is currently accepting new clients for in-person therapy in Englewood and for online therapy with adults throughout Colorado. Availability may change, so contacting the practice directly is the best way to confirm current openings.

To get started, contact Dr. Susan Hollander to schedule a complimentary initial consultation. This brief conversation offers an opportunity to discuss your needs and decide whether the approach feels like a good fit.

Therapy is not only for moments of crisis. Many people seek therapy to better understand themselves, work through recurring patterns, or reflect on relationships and life transitions. Therapy can support growth, insight, and self-understanding even when life feels generally stable.

Yes. Many people begin therapy without a clear agenda. Over time, talking openly and reflecting together often helps clarify concerns, goals, and areas that feel important to explore. Uncertainty is a common and natural place to start.

Yes. Dr. Susan Hollander offers psychotherapy services in Englewood, CO, with an office conveniently located near the Denver Tech Center. She welcomes new clients from surrounding communities and also provides online therapy for clients located throughout Colorado when in-person sessions are not practical.

In-person therapy is available at the Englewood, CO office, and online therapy is offered for clients across Colorado. Online sessions are conducted through a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform, and each scheduled session follows the same professional standards as in-person work.

Dr. Susan Hollander’s fee is $225 for a 45-minute session. Longer sessions may be scheduled when appropriate. Fees are discussed in advance so expectations are clear before beginning therapy.

Dr. Susan Hollander does not accept insurance and is not an out-of-network provider for any plans. Some insurance providers offer reimbursement for psychotherapy services, including coverage for out-of-network expenses. Because insurance plans vary widely in how they cover mental health therapy, clients are encouraged to contact their insurance provider directly to ask about benefits and coverage details. Accepted forms of payment include major credit cards (American Express, Mastercard, and Visa), and she also accepts cash and checks.

Dr. Susan Hollander requires a minimum of 24 hours’ notice to cancel or reschedule an appointment. Late cancellations are charged in full. Exceptions may be considered in the case of unforeseen circumstances.

Yes. Therapy with Dr. Susan Hollander is completely confidential and protected by professional ethics and Colorado state law. Confidentiality has specific legal limits, which are discussed as part of the therapeutic process.