Are you accepting new clients?

My practice is currently full, which creates a limited number of openings for new clients. I anticipate 1-2 weekly therapy slots may become available in February. I update this page weekly. If you need support sooner:

• Group Therapy: Dr. Mike Collins and I will be co-facilitating an in-person co-ed adult process group starting the third week of February. The group is limited to 10 members. We will be interviewing new members in January. Reach out to info@reginaabayev.com for more info.

• Referrals: If I am not able to accommodate you, I will gladly share several excellent referrals for other providers. Please share a bit about what you're hoping to achieve in therapy and I can suggest other practitioners that may be a good fit.

WHAT ARE YOUR FEES?

• $290/50-minute individual session

• $325/55-minute couples & family therapy session

• $450 90-minute couples & family intensive therapy session

• Monthly superbills that may be eligible for partial insurance reimbursement are provided on request.

Do you take insurance?

I am a cash-pay practice and do not accept insurance. This allows me to provide a higher level of personalized care and flexibility than is typically possible within the constraints of insurance panels.

While I don't bill insurance directly, I'm happy to provide you with a "superbill" that you can submit to your insurance company for potential out-of-network reimbursement. Many of my clients find that this approach still allows them to receive some level of coverage while enjoying the benefits of a cash-pay practice.

HOW MANY SESSIONS WILL I NEED?

Each person is different, and the course of treatment will differ for each client. Once we have a chance to meet and get to know each other, we can discuss treatment goals and timelines.

how will I know if we’re a good fit?

It's essential to work with a therapist that provides an environment where you feel safe and comfortable. Let's connect to discuss your needs and my approach. If I'm not the right fit, I will gladly provide you with referrals to other excellent practitioners.

What’s your therapeutic style/approach?

My approach is directive and growth-oriented. I firmly believe that the relationships we have – with ourselves, with others, and with the beliefs and principles that guide our lives – deeply shape our overall mental health and well-being. My therapeutic approach focuses on exploring these connections to help you gain insight into the patterns that influence your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.

Together, we'll delve into:

• Your Relationship with Yourself: How do you perceive yourself? Do you practice self-compassion, or are your inner dialogues more critical? We'll foster a kinder understanding of yourself to promote healthier mental habits.

• Your Relationships with Others: Are your relationships fulfilling and supportive, or do they cause stress and conflict?  We'll examine how you connect with others and whether your relational needs are being met.

• Your Relationship with Work, Money, and Purpose: Do your job and financial situation align with your values and goals? Does your life have a sense of purpose and direction or do you feel lost and unfulfilled? We'll explore how these areas impact your well-being and find ways to create greater meaning and satisfaction.

• Your Organizing Principles: What core beliefs or past experiences guide your choices and worldview? We'll examine how these principles may be helping or hindering your growth and well-being.

What’s your approach to couples therapy?

My goal in couples therapy is to create a safe and supportive environment where both partners feel heard, understood, and respected. I will guide you through exploring your shared relationship patterns, identifying those that are causing pain, and working towards finding new, healthier ways of communicating and interacting.

My approach typically begins with a joint couple's session. This allows me to observe your interactions and gain an understanding of your relationship dynamics.  Following this, I conduct individual sessions with each partner.  The purpose of these sessions is to learn more about your past, relational history, and family history which allows me to better understand and identify patterns and relational tangles.  With this greater perspective, we can then come back together to work collaboratively towards positive change.

With couples, I often focus on:

• Improving Communication: Learning to actively listen to one another, express needs and feelings effectively, and navigate conflict constructively.

• Rebuilding Trust: Addressing the underlying causes of broken trust and finding ways to re-establish a sense of safety and security within the relationship.

• Fostering Intimacy: Reconnecting on an emotional level, understanding each other's love languages, and creating space for physical and emotional closeness.

• Navigating Life Transitions: Working together to adjust to major life changes, whether that be welcoming a new baby, moving, career changes, or coping with loss.

Through this relational lens, my goal is to empower you with a deeper understanding of how these interconnected relationships impact your life. This awareness becomes a tool for growth, healing, and creating lasting positive change.

Do you use the gottman Method for couples therapy?

I have completed Gottman Level 1 & 2 training, however, my approach to couples therapy diverges from the popular Gottman Method. While I respect the Gottman Method's contributions to the field, I find that my clients benefit most from a deeper exploration of their individual experiences and how those experiences shape their relationship dynamics.

Instead of primarily focusing on conflict management techniques, I utilize the Relational Life Therapy (RLT) model. RLT emphasizes identifying and transforming the underlying emotional patterns and attachment wounds that drive conflict and disconnection. This approach allows us to delve into the root causes of your challenges, fostering profound healing and lasting change within yourselves and your relationship. I'm drawn to RLT's emphasis on empowering individuals to take responsibility for their own emotional well-being, while also fostering deeper connection and intimacy within the relationship.