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Frequently Asked Questions About Smart Talk Therapy

 

Smart Talk Therapy is a virtual group therapy practice providing evidence-based mental health services to adults and couples. Below are answers to common questions about services, licensure, and how therapy works.

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Do you offer in-person therapy?

No. Smart Talk Therapy provides virtual therapy only. All sessions are conducted securely via video.

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What states do you serve?

Smart Talk Therapy provides virtual therapy to clients physically located in:

  • California

  • Illinois

  • New York

  • Florida

  • Colorado

Availability depends on individual therapist licensure in your state.

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What types of therapy do you offer?

Smart Talk Therapy offers:

  • Postpartum therapy for high-achieving mothers

  • Postpartum couples therapy

  • Identity and generational trauma therapy

  • Anxiety and burnout therapy

  • Relationship therapy

  • Therapy for life transitions

All services are provided virtually.

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Who do you work with?

We primarily work with:

  • High-functioning women

  • New mothers navigating postpartum changes

  • Couples adjusting to parenthood

  • Adults experiencing anxiety or burnout

  • Individuals exploring identity, cultural expectations, or generational patterns

We work with adults only.

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What is postpartum therapy for high-achieving mothers?

Postpartum therapy at Smart Talk Therapy supports goal-oriented, capable mothers experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, perfectionism, identity shifts, or emotional exhaustion after having a baby. Therapy focuses on reducing mental spirals, improving communication, building sustainable routines, and strengthening self-trust.

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What is postpartum couples therapy?

Postpartum couples therapy helps partners navigate resentment, communication breakdown, division of mental load, and intimacy changes after becoming parents. The goal is to rebuild emotional safety and partnership rather than assign blame.

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What is identity and generational trauma therapy?

Identity and generational trauma therapy helps adults understand how family systems, cultural expectations, and early relational patterns influence current self-worth, boundaries, and relationship dynamics.

This work supports clarity, emotional freedom, and healthier patterns.

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What therapy approaches do you use?

Therapists at Smart Talk Therapy may draw from:

  • Attachment-based therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • EMDR

  • Gottman-informed couples therapy

  • Trauma-informed approaches

Treatment is tailored to individual and relational needs.

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How does the consultation process work?

The first step is a free 15-minute consultation. During this call, we discuss your concerns, goals, and therapist matching.

There is no obligation to continue after the consultation.

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How do I choose a therapist?

We help match you with a therapist based on:

  • Your location and licensure requirements

  • Your clinical goals

  • Your preferences for style and approach

You may also request a specific clinician.

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Is virtual therapy effective?

Yes. Research supports virtual therapy as effective for anxiety, trauma work, postpartum mental health, and relationship challenges. Virtual therapy allows flexibility while maintaining clinical standards.

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Do I need a diagnosis to begin therapy?

No. You do not need a formal diagnosis to begin therapy. If you are feeling anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, burned out, or stuck, therapy can help.

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Do you work with couples?

Yes. Smart Talk Therapy offers virtual couples therapy for partners navigating communication breakdown, resentment, intimacy challenges, and stress related to parenting or life transitions.

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What ages do you work with?

Smart Talk Therapy works with adults. We do not provide therapy for children or adolescents.

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How often are sessions scheduled?

Most clients attend therapy weekly, especially at the beginning. Frequency may shift depending on goals and progress.

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Do you accept insurance?

Insurance participation varies by clinician. Please contact us directly to confirm current insurance options and private pay rates.

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What platform do you use for virtual therapy?

Sessions are conducted via secure, HIPAA-compliant video conferencing platforms to ensure confidentiality and privacy.

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What if I need to cancel a session?

Cancellation policies are reviewed during intake. Clients are asked to provide advance notice for cancellations whenever possible.

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Do you provide crisis services?

Smart Talk Therapy is not a crisis service provider. If you are experiencing an emergency or immediate safety concern, please call 911 or your local emergency services.

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How do I get started?

You can:

We will help you determine the next best step.

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