Your First Appointment
There's a lot of emotions around your first appointment--its a major step for you, and in some cases there may be little or no experience with therapy in the past. It's important that every client is informed and prepared to start their treatment with us.
HOW TO SCHEDULE: The first step is to call us at 570-748-7173 to schedule your appointment. You could also email us at office_kces@comcast.net or click here if you prefer. We will collect information that helps ensure we place you with a provider that will work for your schedule, insurance and clinical needs.
WHAT TO EXPECT: THE INTAKE ASSESSMENT
The first appointment is called an intake assessment. It is an information gathering appointment, where your provider gets to know you, your past, your current symptoms and concerns, and gains important knowledge that will aide in your treatment. This appointment is the basis for all future appointments, as it helps to establish a diagnosis and direction for treatment, based on your input.
HOW LONG WILL THE APPOINTMENT LAST?: Your first appointment is typically 1 hour, if your paperwork is completed prior to arrival (see paperwork at the bottom of this page). Please arrive 15-20 minutes early if unable to complete paperwork prior to your first scheduled appointment.
WHAT TO BRING: If not providing this information in the electronic paperwork prior to your appointment, then please bring your insurance card, medication list, any custody related documentation (if treatment is for a minor). A form of payment for any out of pocket cost is also needed.
WHAT TO DO PRIOR TO YOUR APPOINTMENT: Schedule your appointment first. Then complete the New Patient Paperwork below prior to this appointment. If you do not complete this paperwork, you will need to complete it on the day of the appointment.
HOW TO SCHEDULE: The first step is to call us at 570-748-7173 to schedule your appointment. You could also email us at office_kces@comcast.net or click here if you prefer. We will collect information that helps ensure we place you with a provider that will work for your schedule, insurance and clinical needs.
WHAT TO EXPECT: THE INTAKE ASSESSMENT
The first appointment is called an intake assessment. It is an information gathering appointment, where your provider gets to know you, your past, your current symptoms and concerns, and gains important knowledge that will aide in your treatment. This appointment is the basis for all future appointments, as it helps to establish a diagnosis and direction for treatment, based on your input.
HOW LONG WILL THE APPOINTMENT LAST?: Your first appointment is typically 1 hour, if your paperwork is completed prior to arrival (see paperwork at the bottom of this page). Please arrive 15-20 minutes early if unable to complete paperwork prior to your first scheduled appointment.
WHAT TO BRING: If not providing this information in the electronic paperwork prior to your appointment, then please bring your insurance card, medication list, any custody related documentation (if treatment is for a minor). A form of payment for any out of pocket cost is also needed.
WHAT TO DO PRIOR TO YOUR APPOINTMENT: Schedule your appointment first. Then complete the New Patient Paperwork below prior to this appointment. If you do not complete this paperwork, you will need to complete it on the day of the appointment.
Other Forms if Needed (Please Note: These Forms are included in the New Patient Paperwork):
