CTG believes the most important part of psychotherapy is the client-therapist relationship. CTG offers a free 15-minute phone consultation to all potential clients in order to ensure that he/she a good fit for what services are being sought and will help facilitate appropriate referrals if indicated.

The Coronado Therapy Group works on an appointment-only basis; should you have an emergency please click below for a list of on-demand resources.

If you are in a crisis or if you or any other person may be in danger the following resources can provide you with immediate help.

Emergency: Dial 911
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1- 800-799-7233
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 9-8-8; https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
National Hopeline Network: 1-800-SUICIDE (800-784-2433)
Lifeline Crisis Chat (Online live messaging): http://www.crisischat.org/
Crisis Text Line: Text "START" TO 741-741
Self-Harm Hotline: 1-800-DONT CUT (1-800-366-8288)
Family Violence Helpline: 1-800-996-6228
Planned Parenthood Hotline: 1-800-230-PLAN (7526) 
American Association of Poison Control Centers: 1-800-222-1222
National Council on Alcoholism & Drug Dependency Hope Line: 1-800-622-2255
National Crisis Line - Anorexia and Bulimia: 1-800-233-4357
GLBT Hotline: 1-888-843-4564
TREVOR Crisis Hotline: 1-866-488-7386
AIDS Crisis Line: 1-800-221-7044
Veterans Crisis Line: https://www.veteranscrisisline.net
Suicide Prevention Wiki: http://suicideprevention.wikia.com

Depending on the reason psychotherapy is being sought, CTG will work with clients to resolve problems or reduce symptoms in the shortest time possible, however the therapists have the expertise, experience, and skills to work with clients who present with mental, emotional, or relational problems that require more intensive, long-term treatment.  

During the first couple of sessions, your CTG Therapist gathers information and actively listens to the client about reasons therapy is being sought and then collaboratively creates a plan of action based on his/her assessment and the client’s goals. The length of treatment and the timing of the eventual termination of treatment depend on the specifics of the treatment plan and the progress the client achieves. In collaboration with the therapist, a plan for termination is made and discussed as client approaches the completion of his/her treatment goals.

Clients may discontinue therapy at any time. If either the therapist or the client determines that he or she are not benefiting from treatment, either party may elect to initiate a discussion of treatment alternatives. Treatment alternatives may include, among other possibilities, referral, changing your treatment plan, or terminating therapy.

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Convenient On-Island Office location in the Coronado Plaza

Quant, Confidential and Professional in-Person Therapy

1330 Orange Ave, Ste #320

Coronado, CA 92118

The information disclosed by a client is generally confidential and will not be released to any third party without written authorization from the client, except where required or permitted by law. Exceptions to confidentiality, include, but are not limited to, reporting child, elder and dependent adult abuse, when a client makes a serious threat of violence towards a reasonably-identifiable victim, or when a client is dangerous to him/herself or the person or property of another.

If clients participate in couples or family therapy, confidential information about treatment will not be disclosed unless all person(s) who participated in the treatment provide their written authorization to release such information. However, it is important that clients know that The Coronado Therapy Group utilizes a “no-secrets” policy when conducting family or marital/couples therapy. This means that if clients participate in family, and/or marital/couples therapy, the therapist is permitted to use information obtained in an individual session that clients may have had, when working with other members of his or her family.

Please feel free to ask about your therapist about the “no secrets” policy and how it may apply to you.

Therapy may be offered to Telehealth if it is deemed appropriate for the client, which means therapy is provided through real time telephone or video session. The Coronado Therapy Group follows best practices when providing Telehealth and uses HIPAA compliant platforms to do so.

Some benefits of Telehealth include: convenience, scheduling/timeliness, and access.

Some risks of Telehealth include: not much research in some applications, security, confidentiality, and technology failure.

Like all treatment modalities, there are potential risks to psychotherapy.

Making changes in beliefs or behavior can be daunting and sometimes disruptive to the relationships clients already have established. Participating in therapy may involve some discomfort, including remembering and discussing unpleasant events, feelings and experiences. The process may evoke strong feelings of sadness, anger, fear, etc.

There may be times in which therapy will challenge clients' perceptions and assumptions, and offer different perspectives. The issues presented may result in unintended outcomes, including changes in personal relationships however the client should be aware that any decision on the status of his/her personal relationships is the responsibility of client.

During the therapeutic process, clients may find that they feel worse before they feel better, which is generally a normal course of events. Personal growth and change may be easy and quick at times, but may also be slow and frustrating. It is important to carefully evaluate whether these risks are worth the benefits of changing.  Below are potential risks however they are not inclusive of all risks:

• Lack of improvement or lack of progress towards treatment goals

• Feelings or symptoms may worsen in the beginning of therapy, which are usually temporary

• Relationships with others may be impacted

• Development of feelings for therapist due to trusting relationship however it is never appropriate for the therapist-client relationship to become social, romantic, emotional, or sexual. If a client develops feelings for the therapist, the therapist will talk with the client about whether finding another therapist may be more appropriate for continuing therapy

• Distress when therapy terminates

Clients are strongly encouraged to discuss any fears, concerns, or doubts about his/her progress with his/her therapist, including specific risks and benefits not listed that may be associated with their situation.

Sessions are typically scheduled to occur one time per week. An alternate schedule of therapy sessions may be recommended depending on the nature and severity of the client’s concerns. Consistent attendance greatly contributes to a successful outcome.

In order to cancel or reschedule an appointment, clients are expected to notify your Coronado Therapist at least 24 hours in advance of their appointment. If clients do not provide notice of cancellation at least 24 hours in advance, a fee of $50 will be incurred.