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Common Questions

  • What are your session rates?
    Individual Therapy Sessions: $220 | Family Therapy Sessions: $240 | Sessions are 50-55 minutes in length. Weekly treatment is highly encouraged & recommended in order to see the best results; however, sessions are also available biweekly (every other week).
  • Do you accept insurance?
    We are not in-network with any insurance companies. As out-of-network providers, we do not bill insurance; however, we can provide you with a superbill to submit if you have out-of-network benefits. Finding out if you have OON benefits is easy! Just give a call to your insurance company & ask if you have OON benefits for mental health care & explore what is covered. Many clients use their HSA to cover sessions costs. Investing in your mental health after narcissistic abuse could not be more important. With intention, we serve only a limited number of clients a day. In order to keep our case-loads low (our key to providing the highest-quality care), we must remain out-of-network.
  • How do I know if your services are right for me?
    If you’re not sure if our services are right for you because you’re concerned your experience might not be “bad enough” to warrant specialized treatment– please know your experience is valid. We want to hear about it. We want to support you. This kind of distorted thinking is common & could be an effect of the antagonistic relational stress you’ve been experiencing. If there is another reason why you feel our services might not be right for you-- feel free to contact us to ask!
  • I'm ready for therapy. How do I get scheduled?
    Send us a message through our contact page! Our coordinator will answer any questions you have & help you get scheduled. We'll collect some information from you, send you some paperwork, and book your virtual session. Then you'll meet Erika!
  • Do you work with people who are narcissistic?
    Yes. Erika Koch-Weser works with folks who are challenged by their own narcissistic traits or tendencies. We only ask that treatment is voluntary. If you identify with some narcissistic traits or the NPD diagnosis, this is a safe, judgement-free space to explore treatment options.
  • How can I pay for sessions?
    Sessions are paid by credit card automatically after each session through our secure, electronic system.
  • Do you offer both virtual and in-person therapy?
    At this time, all of Erika's sessions are offered virtually.
  • What is your cancellation policy?
    In order to provide the best care possible, we must uphold our cancellation policy. Sessions must be cancelled 48 hours in advance or you will be charged our full-rate session fee. Thank you for understanding.
  • Do you ONLY see clients for narcissistic abuse recovery?
    While our area of specialization (narcissism) is our focus, we are always open to hearing from anyone who is looking for therapy services. If we decide we are not the right fit for your case, we will always do our best to refer you to someone who can offer you excellent care. Don’t hesitate to reach out.
  • Therapy terms like “narcissist”, “gaslighting”, & “trauma-bonding” are more mainstream these days & I’ve heard people accuse others of “weaponizing therapy language”. Will you believe me when I share what I’ve been going through? Especially if I’m unsure if my partner or ex-partner is really narcissistic?
    We will never deny your reality. Our time together in session is not spent diagnosing your partner (you are the client– they are not). Our treatment protocol is much more focused on examining, processing, and undoing any personal harm (to your self-esteem, identity, and mental health) caused by the antagonistic relational stress & conflict you’ve experienced. Educating & equipping you with the tools you need to expedite your healing journey is our main prerogative.
  • I’m not ready to leave my partner and may not want to leave at all. However, I’m worried my therapist will push me to exit the relationship or judge me for staying. Does your treatment take this into account?
    Whether you stay or go is completely up to you. Encouraging you to leave your partner or cut someone out of your life is not a part of our agenda. You will be provided with psycho-education, tools, and prompts for reflection. This is a judgement-free space to learn & to discuss all of your options.
  • What if my partner or ex-partner really isn’t a narcissist though?
    Narcissism is a spectrum, and if you are at the point of seeking out our services, it would be unusual for your concerns to lack all validity. If we conclude that narcissistic abuse is not occurring, we will be able to continue our work together to explore what factors are causing the distress in your life and relationships.
  • Sometimes, I worry that I might be a narcissist. What if I’m the problem?
    Mirroring of narcissistic behaviors & tendencies is not unusual in these dynamics and is often an adaptive, protective measure. Any anger you are experiencing is understandable & likely justified. Together, we can find healthier ways to stay safe and to cope with any feelings that are showing up.
  • Do you only see clients from Chicago?
    We are based in Chicago, and we see clients from: Westloop, Lincoln Park, Gold Coast, Ravenswood, Uptown, Roscoe Village, Wrigleyville, Buena Park, North Center, The Loop, Edgewater, Lincoln Square, Logan Square, Wicker Park, Winnetka, Andersonville, Western Springs, Brookfield, Countryside, LaGrange Park, Burr Ridge, Oak Brook, Berwyn, Oak Park, Aurora, Naperville, Joliet, Cicero, Des Plaines, Elmwood Park, Elmhurst, Elk Grove Village, Geneva, Carol Stream, Maywood, Deerfield, Evanston, LaGrange, Willowsprings, Old Town, Lakeview, West Town, Hyde Park, Avondale, Rogers Park, Elmhurst, Evergreen Park, Lemont, Palos Park, Palos Heights, Palos Hills, Orland Park, Bolingbrook, Darien, Homer Glen, Woodridge, Lockport, Romeoville, Downersgrove, and many more! If you are located in the state of Illinois, our services are available to you. Our services are virutal!
  • What is a Good Faith Estimate?
    You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your care will cost. This will be provided to you by Two Lights Therapy Center. Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for healthcare services like psychotherapy. If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy of your Good Faith Estimate. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call P: 800-985-3059.
TWO LIGHTS THERAPY CENTER

Things We Won't Do

1. No Judgment!

 

This is therapy-- not court!

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2. No Toxic Positivity

Not everything needs a silver lining.

5. No Rushing

 

We will work towards your goals at a realistic pace.

4. No Pushing You To Leave

 

Whether or not you decide to leave your relationship is ultimately your decision.

3. No Minimizing Your Feelings/Experiences

 

They are all valid.

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