Brief Therapy for People pleasing

USING IFS TO RECONNECT WITH YOUR authentic self & Transform your Relationships

Ready to Reclaim Your Authentic Self?

You've mastered the art of being there for everyone else. You're the reliable one, the achiever, the person others count on. But underneath that carefully crafted exterior, there's an exhausting truth: constantly scanning relationships for approval, carrying the weight of others' happiness, and feeling the deep ache of being "liked" but not truly known.

sound familiar?

  • You're tired of second-guessing every move in your relationships

  • Your achievements and giving nature have become your proof of worth

  • Transform your relationships by prioritizing your needs

  • Learn to navigate conflicts without compromising your values

  • Despite your success, you feel more connected to your roles than to yourself

WHERE THIS JOURNEY LEADS

Imagine stepping into a life where you trust your instincts without constant analysis, where your worth exists independent of what you do for others. As you embrace your authentic self, you'll discover deeper connections and feel truly at home in who you are.

Picture yourself moving through relationships with quiet confidence, setting boundaries that feel natural, and giving from genuine desire rather than obligation. Your connections become energizing rather than depleting, as people value you for who you are, not just what you do.

Your capacity for caring doesn't fade – it transforms. What once drained you becomes a gift you give freely, rooted in genuine choice rather than compulsion.

Goal-oriented. focused.

Brief therapy.

Choosing Your Path to Transformation

Whether you've arrived here through the intensive assessment or your own self-reflection, recognizing that you need a more structured, steady approach is significant - it's already a sign of you honoring your authentic needs.

While IFS intensives can create powerful breakthroughs for some, the journey of unwinding people-pleasing patterns often benefits from a different rhythm. This is especially true when we're working with core beliefs and relationship patterns that have been with you for years. Your awareness of this need for space and integration time isn't just valid - it's valuable.

That's why brief therapy offers you the perfect balance: structured enough to create meaningful change, spacious enough to let your authentic self emerge naturally. You'll experience true transformation while having the time to process, practice, and embody each shift in your daily life and relationships.

This path allows you to:

- Integrate insights at a pace that feels right for you

- Practice new ways of showing up in your relationships

- Build sustainable self-trust without rushing the process

- Honor your journey while balancing other life commitments

Your recognition of what you need is already a powerful step toward rebuilding your relationship with yourself!

brief Support

  • Brief Therapy**

    Through structured, goal-oriented treatment, you'll work on transforming your relationship with yourself while honoring your busy schedule. This focused approach is designed for professionals who are ready to break free from people-pleasing patterns but need therapy that fits their life. Your Journey Includes:

    16-20 weekly sessions with clear goals and milestones

    Integration of Internal Family Systems (IFS) for lasting change

    Flexibility to use insurance through Headway

    Practical tools you can apply between sessions

    SCHEDULE YOUR **INTAKE BELOW.

    60 mins |  $200 (self-pay); Insurane fee will vary 

    SCHEDULE INTAKE

  • Drop-in Single Session

    Sometimes you need a focused space to work through a specific challenge, gain clarity, or receive support during a transition. Drop-in sessions offer the flexibility to access therapeutic support that fits your schedule and immediate needs. What to Expect:

    90-minute focused sessions

    Clear goals for each session

    IFS-informed approach for immediate insights

    Practical strategies you can implement right away

    Flexibility to book as needed

    No Intake needed to get started.

    90 mins |  $275  (self-pay only)

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Brief Therapy for the Recovering People Pleaser

Do you excel at taking care of everyone else while quietly wondering if you're enough? Behind the endless giving and perfect execution often lies a deeper struggle – the exhausting cycle of proving your worth, questioning relationships, and living with the constant fear of judgment.

Through focused Internal Family Systems (IFS) work, we'll go beyond simple boundary-setting to address the core beliefs driving these patterns. My approach is designed for people who are ready for deep, meaningful change but need therapy that fits their busy schedule.

I offer flexible solutions that honor both your time and your journey:

Short-term therapy sessions with clear goals and timelines

Drop-in sessions for ongoing support

Intensives

It's time to move from people pleasing to self-trust. Let's work together to help you step into your authentic self – bold, confident, and unapologetically you.

faqs

questions? I’ve got answers.

  • Yes, Connected Conversations partners with Headway to provide insurance billing services.

    To use your insurance benefits via Headway:

    • You'll need to use our specific Headway registration link.

    • Complete insurance verification through Headway's platform

    • You'll also receive access to our Simple Practice client portal for scheduling and documentation

    We are licensed in Florida & GeorgiaONLY.

    Note: All insurance payments and copays are processed through Headway.

    Both FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and HSA (Health Savings Account) can be used for therapy services. Here's how:

    • Use your FSA/HSA card for direct payment

    • Submit session receipts for reimbursement

    • Document sessions as qualified medical expenses

  • Accepted Insurances effective 11/25/2024:

    GA & FL:

    • United Healthcare

    • Carelon Behavioral Health

    • Cigna

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusets

    FL:

    • Horizon Blue Cross & Blue Shield of New Jersey

    GA:

    • Anthem EAP - Bank of America

    • Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield

  • Using insurance for therapy involves several important considerations:

    • A mental health diagnosis is required and becomes part of your medical record

    • Insurance companies may audit your records

    • Records may be accessed for disability claims or future insurance coverage

    • Insurance becomes a third party in your therapeutic relationship

    **There are times where insurance can reject, deny, or clawback payments at anytime. In this event, you will be responsible for the cost of all services rendered.

    Please call your insurance carrier to understand your MENTAL HEALTH COVERAGE

    • Any deductibles.

    • If mental health is even covered and you do not have a separate carrier for this medical service. Some people have a secondary carrier specific for mental health.**

    This is essential to ensure their are no billing inaccuracies and you will not be responsible for the FULL cost of any services rendered at any time.

  • Before starting therapy, we recommend:

    1. Contact your insurance provider directly

    2. Ask about coverage for outpatient mental health services

    3. Verify your copay and deductible amounts

    4. Inquire about any session limits

    Have your insurance card ready when you sign up with Headway.

  • In using your insurance, FSA, or HSA benefits, it is important to note that services must be medically necessary as defined in IRS Publication 502. That means that the mental health care provided must be related to treating or managing a specific diagnosed medical condition.

  • Insurance Requires:

    • Diagnosis

    • Copay per session

    • Medical record created

    • Limited session flexibility

    • Third-party involvement

    Private Pay

    • No diagnosis required

    • Greater privacy

    • More flexible scheduling

    • Direct therapist relationship

    • No insurance limitations

  • Yes, both FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and HSA (Health Savings Account) can be used for therapy services. Here's how:

    • Use your FSA/HSA card for direct payment

    • Submit session receipts for reimbursement

    • Document sessions as qualified medical expenses

    • Those seeking help for multiple complex issues

    • Those seeking traditional "talk therapy" or solely advice-giving sessions

    • People unable to commit to weekly sessions

    • Those who prefer traditional long-term therapy

    • Individuals not ready to focus specifically on people pleasing

  • • You're ready to address people pleasing but need more time than an intensive format

    • You've recognized how people pleasing impacts your relationships and self-connection

    • You can commit to weekly sessions to maintain momentum

    • You're seeking focused work on this specific challenge

    • You're able to prioritize this personal growth work in your schedule

  • A Single Session is a standalone 90-minute deep dive designed for focused work on a specific aspect of people-pleasing. These sessions are:

    • Self-contained and complete in one visit

    • Focused on one specific challenge or pattern

    • Structured to provide immediate insights and strategies

    • Perfect for those who can't commit to weekly therapy

    Self-Pay ONLY.

  • A Single Session May Not Be the Best Fit If:

    • You're just beginning to notice your people-pleasing patterns and aren't yet clear how past experiences have shaped them

    • You prefer talking through challenges rather than exploring your internal experience

    • You're seeking specific strategies or advice without wanting to understand the deeper 'why' behind your patterns

    • You're currently navigating a crisis or major life transition that needs ongoing support

    • The idea of turning inward to explore your patterns feels overwhelming or unsafe

    • You're looking to address multiple aspects of your people-pleasing at once

    • You need time to build trust before exploring your internal experience

    • You're seeking general guidance rather than having a specific pattern you're ready to explore

    • You're primarily interested in understanding IF you're a people pleaser rather than exploring known patterns

    • You haven't yet developed ways to stay grounded while exploring emotional material

  • Short-term therapy is a focused approach that typically spans 16-20 sessions, with a clear framework for addressing specific challenges. In our practice, we use Internal Family Systems (IFS) to work specifically with people-pleasing patterns.

    This approach includes:

    • Weekly sessions to maintain momentum

    • Structured progression toward specific goals

    • Regular assessment of progress

    • Focus on sustainable change within a defined timeframe

MY APPROACH

Think of people-pleasing as just one part of you - a part that developed to keep you safe and connected to others. Using a blend of parts work (also known as Internal Family Systems) and inner child healing, we explore these protective patterns with curiosity and compassion.

This isn't your typical "let's just talk about it" therapy. Instead, it's an invitation to:

  • Get to know the younger parts of you that learned to put others first

  • Understand how people-pleasing has been trying to help you all along

  • Gently explore what these parts of you really need to feel safe

  • Create space for new ways of showing up that feel true to who you are

Together, we'll move beyond just talking about your patterns and into experiencing a different way of being - one where all parts of you feel heard, honored, and free to express themselves authentically.

This isn't about becoming a different person - it's about returning to who you've always been beneath the people-pleasing patterns. It's about reclaiming the natural wisdom and confidence that's already within you.