FAQ
Where is your office located?
I have a home office in Chattanooga, so I get to see amazing people virtually daily. No matter where you are, there’s no need to fight traffic or carve out too much time to drive and come to see me. I also have an office in East Brainerd if you prefer to be seen in person.
Most clients prefer to be seen virtually from the comfort of your home/car/office.
What are your office hours?
My office hours are as follows:
Monday through Thursdays 830 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Fridays 8:30 am to 12:.30 pm
Evening hours are Mondays and Wednesdays 4pm to 8pm
Some Sunday appointments from 8 am to 12 noon.
How long is a typical session?
In general, sessions are 50-55 minutes long.
What do I do to get started?
Just give me a call, and we can arrange your free discovery call.
After your discovery call, if you and I feel we’re a good fit, we can schedule an initial appointment.
What is the hourly fee?
$150 50 min Individual sessions
$160 60 min Couples sessions
$750 Individual Life coaching package (includes 3 sessions and unlimited coaching in between via email)
$850 Relationship/Marriage coaching package (includes 3 sessions and unlimited coaching in between via email)
Couple Intensive online retreats available.
How do I pay?
You can use any major credit cards and HSA cards. You may also make payments via PayPal credit.
Or you may send your payment via VENMO.
www.venmo.com/Janet-Hoffmann-2
Do you accept insurance?
How do I make an appointment?
Just contact me directly at (651) 815-2124 to schedule your free discovery call.
Do you have a cancellation policy?
If you need to change or cancel your appointment, I ask that you give me a 24 hours’ notice.
If your appointment falls on a Sunday, I kindly request that you call by Friday noon.
Who is your perfect client?
I enjoy working with clients committed to grow and change and who value their healing journey. I love to help motivated individuals and couples ready to do everything necessary to achieve their goals.
With what age range do you work?
Do you work with men? Women? Couples? Adolescents?
Absolutely! However, my specialties are couples and deep individual work. Aside for weekly couples counseling sessions, I also offer couples online retreats and relationship coaching packages.
What can I expect in the first session?
We’ll start promptly. I will listen to you and strive to understand your concerns with empathy and compassion.
You’ll have the opportunity to tell your story. Toward the end of the session, I’ll share with you my ideas about what’s going on with you. Then, together, we’ll discuss areas where we want to focus in therapy.
How long will I be in therapy?
That depends on your current reality and goals.
Typically, you’ll see results from the very first session; after eight sessions of consistent work, you’ll experience a higher level of well-being.
After that, we’ll re-evaluate where we are and decide what to do next. I ask my couples clients to commit to three months of weekly therapy to achieve sound results.
How do I know if you’re the right therapist for me?
Do you also do coaching?
I do individual and relationship coaching, and many times integrate coaching into my practice. I love to coach my clients with practical ideas to do at home. This work usually speeds up the progress and lessens healing time.
Do you take sides when you work with couples?
I do my best to avoid taking sides. My approach is very experiential; my goal is for each of you to be understood, validated, and at ease to share without feeling judged or blamed.
Do couples fight in front of you?
How long have you been in practice?
I’ve been practicing for over 20 years.
What do you enjoy about being a therapist?
What licenses do you hold?
Have you been in therapy yourself?
Yes. I have done extensive work and have found therapy very valuable. I regularly do BSP and marriage counseling as well.
Do you take notes?
Yes, I take notes to help me keep on track, stay focused, and measure your progress.