Question 1

What type of patients do you typically treat?

Accepted Answer

All providers see patients 18 years of age an older (must be out of high school).

Dr. Leeman sees adolescents in addition to young adults/transitional age patients.

Question 2

How do I get in touch with you?

Accepted Answer

New patients can submit consultation requests when we are accepting new patients.  We indicate on our home page whether we are taking new patients at any given time.
 
Current patients can reach us by phone or by the secure patient information portal. Responses may take up to 2 business days for established patient requests.
 
Please note that medications will not be adjusted over the phone.

Question 3

What is psychodynamic psychotherapy?

Accepted Answer

Psychodynamic psychotherapy (PDPT) focuses on the root of psychological suffering through self-examination and self-reflection. Through exploring your history, current experiences, and relationships with others and with your therapist, you will better understand your problematic relationship patterns and emotional blind spots. The goal is not just symptom relief but also long lasting change and fulfillment.

PDPT is a long term treatment with a minimum frequency of weekly meetings. PDPT is an investment and there is nothing better to invest in than yourself.

Question 4

Do you offer EMDR?

Accepted Answer

Drs. Gao and Thomas both offer EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing) and integrate it, as appropriate, into their practices.

Question 5

How do I get started?

Accepted Answer

Complete the consultation request for new patients. We will reach out to you regarding your consultation request within 5 business days.

Question 6

What is a consultation period?

Accepted Answer

The consultation period is the time where we determine whether our approach and style is a good fit for your treatment.  This can take up to our first four meetings. The consultation period ranges 1 to 4 sessions.
 
In the event that we do not feel that Reverie is a good fit for your treatment, we will provide you with appropriate referrals. We will not prescribe medications until we decide to continue work beyond the consultation period.

Question 7

How often are appointments?

Accepted Answer

Appointments are either weekly or bi-weekly for patients who are receiving therapy, with or without medication management.  For patients receiving medication management only, appointment frequency ranges between weeks and months.

Question 8

What is your cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

There is no cancellation fee if canceling with 48 hours notice.

If you cancel within 48 hours, you will be charged a $50 fee.

If you do not present for a scheduled appointment (“no show”), you will be charged a $150 fee.

Note that insurance will not reimburse cancellation/no-show fees.

We will not schedule a follow-up appointment until the cancellation fee is paid.

Question 9

Do you prescribe controlled substances (e.g., benzodiazepines, stimulants, etc.)?

Accepted Answer

We do not prescribe medical marijuana, or do assessments for medical marijuana in any capacity other than informing you how medical marijuana may interact with your existing medication regimen.

Drs. Ballen, Gao, Macedo, Simpson, and Thomas as well as Mike Leone do not prescribe stimulants (adderall, vyvanse) or benzodiazepines (xanax, ativan, klonopin).

Dr. Leeman prescribes stimulants on a limited basis, for those seeing her in office for ADHD evaluation and treatment.

Question 10

What is your policy on medication refills?

Accepted Answer

Medications can be refilled between appointments provided that you have an upcoming appointment scheduled. 
 
Please inform your doctor when you have one week of medication remaining, and a refill will be sent to your preferred pharmacy.  
 
Please note that refill requests may take up to 2 business days to be completed.  Same-day medication refill requests will be charged a fee of $25.
 
Generally, if you have not been seen in the office for over 3 months, we will not refill the medication until you are seen again.