Frequently Asked Questions

Therapy can offer support, perspective, and practical skills for depression, anxiety, grief, relationship problems, family conflict, and stress. Many people also come to understand themselves better: their goals, values, and the patterns that keep repeating. What you gain depends partly on how actively you take part.

Everyone goes through hard times, and needing extra support is not a failure. Recognizing that you want a helping hand takes self-awareness. Therapy can help you work through what you are facing now and build tools for the future.

Dr. Lehmann will ask about what brings you in, relevant history, and what you hope will change. You can ask about her approach, fees, and scheduling. It is as much a chance for you to see if the fit feels right as it is an assessment.

Private-pay sessions are billed per clinical hour. Most people meet weekly at first. Some come for a focused, shorter period and others prefer longer-term work; you will decide on pace together.

Individual therapy is one-on-one and focuses on you, including your part in relationships. Couples therapy includes both partners and focuses on the relationship itself. If you are unsure which fits, ask when you call.

Please ask when you call. The services described on this site are for adults and couples.

Yes. Telehealth sessions by secure video are available for clients who are located in Michigan at the time of the session.

Many clients use both. Talk with Dr. Lehmann about what works for your schedule and situation.

Dr. Lehmann is in network with Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO. Private-pay sessions are $220 per clinical hour, and reduced-fee services are available on a limited basis. Call your insurer to check your mental health benefits.

Please give at least 24 hours' notice. Late cancellations and missed sessions are billed $90 unless due to illness or an emergency.

Yes, with limited exceptions required by law, such as a serious risk that you will harm yourself or someone else, or suspected abuse or neglect of a child or vulnerable adult. Dr. Lehmann will review these with you. She will not share information with anyone else, including your physician, without your written permission.

Email and the website form are fine for scheduling and general questions. Please do not send health details, diagnoses, insurance numbers, or card numbers by email; ordinary email is not secure.

The practice does not provide emergency or after-hours services. In a crisis, call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), text HOME to 741741, call Common Ground at 1-800-231-1127, or call 911 if you are in immediate danger.

Psychologists in Michigan do not prescribe medication. For some people, a combination of therapy and medication works best; Dr. Lehmann can coordinate with your physician or psychiatrist with your permission.