Narcissistic Abuse Online Therapy FAQ
Serving California
Questions frequently asked about online therapy in California for narcissist abuse recovery, anxiety, and depression
Cynthia Eddings LMFT
Do you offer telehealth, video sessions, or online sessions for therapy in California?
Yes, I offer online therapy for California residents. I use a secure HIPAA-compliant platform to offer video counseling. This is a great option for many of my clients who are in relationships or are recovering from relationships with narcissistic abuse. If you have any questions regarding this process, please reach out to me here.
Why do you require weekly therapy sessions for narcissistic abuse and trauma bonding?
I require weekly online therapy in my practice in California. Based on the data from tracking outcomes and doing the research, I know that weekly counseling sessions work best fo clients. Those suffering from narcissistic abuse and Trauma Bonding, actually progress a lot faster instead of taking two steps forward and one step back.
Therapy sessions are typically 50 minutes long on a weekly basis. We will establish a set to time to meet each week and that will be our reoccurring weekly appointment.
How long does therapy for narcissistic abuse in California take?
There are a lot of factors that contribute to the length of counseling, so it is difficult to predict until we begin working together. Typically, clients commit to counseling for 6 months and progress is measured monthly. Trauma Bonding is a complicated pattern in the nervous system that takes time to unravel.
But wait! That’s a lot. Why do we meet so much?
Doing healing work of the trauma caused by narcissistic abuse is a commitment to your authentic self. To sustain long-term change it takes time. Clients that invest in the time get better faster and with less relapse into old patterns.
Do you give narcissistic abuse homework that will help with managing anxiety?
Yes, especially in the beginning. I will suggest things for you do to at home that supports the work we do in our therapy sessions. I have found that clients make significantly faster progress when they do the homework. Much of the homework is to support the integration of the deep work we do in session. See my book for examples of homework I give to my clients in California.
What can I expect to happen during our time together?
Generally speaking, during the first 1-3 sessions, we will do a thorough history and establish specific goals for your therapy. The next 3-4 sessions, we will develop a tool kit for dealing with the current stressors that brought you to counseling. In the last part of therapy, we will do the deep diving work to help heal the roots of problems that brought you to counseling.
What kind of results can I expect from counseling?
My clients feel less anxious, more in control of their thoughts and emotions, and less reactive in their relationships. Overall, they feel less triggered and are able to respond to situations in life, rather than be hijacked by old reactions. At the end of therapy, they feel more peace and calm and aren’t limited by old worn out ways of viewing themselves and the world. They experience a new level of freedom.
What if I need to cancel our appointment or I get sick?
I have a 48-hour cancellation policy, so if you need to cancel, make sure you give me 48 hours notice to avoid paying the late cancellation fee, which is the full session rate. I offer phone and video sessions in case something happens last minute that prevents you from coming to your appointment. You will be granted a one-time waive on cancellation policy every six months due to illness or missed session.
What is your availability for therapy for healing narcissistic abuse and trauma bonding in California?
I see clients Tuesday through Friday from 10 am to 6 pm PST. I currently have a few limited openings for new clients.
How much does it cost … what form of payment do you take?
A fifty-minute online therapy session in California is $250. Your credit card is automatically charged at the time of your session. Your card information is submitted by you via an online portal. I never see the actual CC number.
Do you take insurance in California for narcissistic abuse therapy and trauma bonding?
I am not contracted with insurance companies directly. However, I do offer a Superbill, which you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement using your Out-of-Network benefits.
Do you do couples therapy for narcissistic relationships in California?
Sometimes - both parties need to be motivated to make changes in themselves and in the relationship. Sessions are longer than fifty minutes. Schedule a consultation to help assess if couples therapy is right for you.
My question about narcissistic abuse and trauma bonding therapy in California isn’t here.
Feel free to email my directly at cynthia@cynthiaeddings.com and I’ll be happy to answer your question.
I am ready to get started. What do I do next?
I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation to see if I am the right narcissistic abuse specialist for you in California for you.