FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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HOW DOES THE INITIAL SESSION LOOK LIKE?
The first session is a bit different and specific to the sessions that follow. Besides introducing we are going to talk about some specifics of our sessions: confidentiality, price and payment methods, a process in therapy etc. Also, we are going to map your current situation and discuss the form of our meetings in a so called therapeutic agreement. Regular sessions have 50-min format once a week.
IS THERAPY / COUNSELING RIGHT FOR ME?
Therapy and/or counseling is suitable for everyone who wants to sort things out, or to find their own path towards their own goals.Consultations can be helpful for a broad range of issues and problems.
HOW DOES CONFIDENTIALITY IN THERAPY WORK?
Basically, whatever you say in counseling/therapy, stays in there. However, there are times when I am legally obliged to break confidentiality. These situations are if a therapist believes that you are in imminent danger of hurting yourself or someone else. All material (your personal information, notes from the sessions, or any other material) is confidential. Nothing will be entered into your medical records.
CAN I USE MY HEALTH INSURANCE TO PAY FOR THE SESSIONS?
I work privately and independently from national statutory health system, therefore the therapy and/or psychological counseling can't be covered by the health insurance and it is possible to pay either in cash or on invoice.
HOW TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT?
The easiest way to schedule an appointment is to fill in a contact form or send me an e-mail to my e-mail address (info@michaelakonigova.cz). Another way is to contact me on my phone (+42 604 111 411); send a message or call me. If I can't answer your call, leave a message and I'll get back to you as soon as I can.
CAN I SCHEDULE A SESSION IN THE EVENING OR DURING THE WEEKEND?
I do offer evening or weekend sessions, but there might be an additional charge depending on time or date. If you need to schedule an appointment in the evening or during the weekend, please, contact me and we are going to schedule a suitable time for both of us.
HOW MANY SESSIONS AM I GOING TO NEED?
The length of therapy varies and it is unfortunately impossible to say how many sessions will be needed.
WHAT IS A DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A PSYCHIATRIST, PSYCHOLOGIST OR PSYCHOTHERAPIST?
Since each of these professionals can provide mental health services, it can be confusing to figure out which one is right for you? The best way to explain it is by breaking down the services they provide.
Psychiatrist: A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (MD) who has done extra training in psychiatry. They are able to diagnose a mental health issue, such as schizophrenia, and prescribe any necessary medication. Psychiatrists may refer their patients to counsellors for therapy.
Psychologist: A psychologist holds a Masters and Bachelor degree in psychology. They are qualified to diagnose mental health issues, but not prescribe medication. Some will do counselling.
Psychotherapists: Psychotherapists are counsellors. They should hold either a master degree in psychology, medicine, or related fields and must be trained for psychotherapy in certified trainings (for the list see https://czap.cz/pro-psychoterapeuty/certifikovane-vycviky).