Intake Process

During the initial phone call, a clinician will speak with you for about 15 to 20 minutes. The LakeWest DBT clinicians will ask some questions to gather a brief background and provide a recommendation for the relevant services we have to offer. The clinician will review fees and billing options. If after getting to know our services you would like to move forward with treatment, you can schedule an intake assessment. 

Our Intake Assessments are typically 50 minutes, unless decided differently between clinician and client. During this session, you will have the opportunity to discuss your current concerns and the clinician will inquire about relevant history in an effort. This sessions allows the clinician to identify clients' concerns, make treatment recommendations, and start developing a treatment plan. This appointment is also an opportunity to learn about your clinician and determine if the therapist and what we have to offer is a good fit for your needs.