Therapy is a creative and collaborative process.

MY services

  • Individual therapy

    A one-on-one conversation

  • Groups

    Understanding yourself in relation to others

  • Supervision

    The art of therapy for early career social workers

INDIVIDUAL THERAPY.

Individual psychotherapy is what most people think of when they hear the word therapy. Therapy is a one-on-one conversation that follows your thoughts; the person you are talking with is a trained listener with specific knowledge about human development, mental illness, and communication. If we work together,  you can expect our first few sessions to be an exploration of what is happening in your world, what is causing you distress, and what it is in your life that you’d like to change. As we move forward, therapy takes a more focused turn that varies from person to person.  Sometimes, the work continues through supportive listening and illuminative questioning. Often we work on identifying strategies for better communication, improved mood, reduced anxiety, and more generous self-compassion. Contact me today for a free, brief phone consultation

Sessions are 45-50 minutes and my fee $180. Telehealth or in person.

GROUP WORKS.

  • Interpersonal Processing (IP)

    This a group for adults who wish to understand how they relate to others and how others relate to and perceive them. It can be a space for honest feedback and genuine support. Group is limited to 10 adults, 18 and up. Sessions are 90 minutes and the fee for participants is $100 per session.

  • Grad Student Support Group

    This group is comprised of graduate students and is structured around providing specialized support for academic stress, work-life balance, creative blocks, procrastination, imposter syndrome, and whatever else the participants deem important. Group is limited to 8 participants enrolled in doctoral programs. Sessions are 75 minutes, and the special, reduced fee for this group is $30 per session. It is currently scheduled to take place on Zoom, though that may change as the public health landscape changes.

  • Kids Express

    This four-session group is for sixth, seventh, and eighth graders, and uses art and journaling to teach self-compassion, as well as communication and social skills, and to develop internal models of supportive friendship.  This group is limited to 6 participants. Sessions are 75 minutes, and the special, reduced fee for this group is $40 per session. It is currently planned to take place in person, though that may change, depending upon public health considerations.

THE ART OF THERAPY.

 

Supervision Group for
Early Career Social Workers

In this group, we will discuss cases, confidentiality, ethical dilemmas, and the art of therapy.  Specific didactic topics will include running groups and the use of art and journaling to deepen your therapy practice. Group is limited to 8 participants. I will endorse two hours of supervision each time we meet, which will count toward your independent licensure.

Sessions are scheduled for two hours and will take place on Zoom, though that may change. The cost per two-hour session is $75.

ABOUT ME.

I’m a licensed clinical social worker with degrees from the University of Chicago and Case Western Reserve University.

As a therapist, I draw from both psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral theories. Because your early life affects your development and current functioning, I'll bring to our meetings a curiosity about who you are and how you got here. In addition to peering through a developmental lens, I use CBT tools that work in the shorter term to improve mood and reduce anxiety.

I'm excited that you are thinking about using therapy to make changes in your life. Thank you for considering me to walk alongside you.

CONTACT ME.

simona@orieltherapy.com
216-800-4198

12429 Cedar Road, Suite 8
Cleveland Heights, OH 44106

CLAIM IT.

 

While I don’t work with insurance companies, I encourage you to use the benefits to which you are entitled. This list of questions is intended to empower you to work with your insurance company for reimbursement.

Locate your insurance company’s phone number. This is available on their website or on the back of your insurance card. Use the following questions as a guide.

  • Can you explain the benefits that I have for individual psychotherapy?

  • Inform them that:

    • You will be paying the fee for services provided at the time of service

    • You will receive a form from your therapist containing the information necessary for the insurance company to reimburse you directly for whatever portion they cover for an out-of-network provider

    What does the policy state regarding this method of reimbursement?

  • Do I need to meet a deductible and, if so, how much per calendar year? Have I met it yet?

  • What percentage of the fee does my policy pay per hour of individual psychotherapy?

  • Is there a limit on the number of hours of individual psychotherapy permitted by my policy.

  • Is there a limit per year for my benefits and, if so, what are those limits?

  • Please explain my options for seeing a provider not on their in-network list (e.g., an out-of-network provider).

  • Ask how much will they reimburse you if you see a provider who is out-of-network.