At IDS, we believe informed choices create empowered outcomes. Whether you are seeking therapy, professional coaching, or a combination of both, we are here to make the process transparent and supportive. Here are answers to some of the most common questions clients ask as they prepare to begin their journey toward greater healing, growth, and leadership.
Therapy focuses on healing emotional, mental, or behavioral issues, often dealing with past trauma and its impact on the present. Coaching, by contrast, is future-focused and aims to help you achieve specific personal or professional goals. While therapy tends to be longer-term and centered on emotional recovery, coaching is more action-oriented and results-driven, with a clear focus on measurable outcomes.
If you are dealing with unresolved emotional pain, mental health challenges, or past trauma, therapy may be the better option. Coaching is typically best for those who are already functioning well but need support in achieving specific goals. During an initial consultation, Corey will help assess whether therapy, coaching or a combination of the two is the right approach for you.
Yes. At IDS, therapy and coaching are distinct services, but many clients choose to engage in both to support different areas of growth.
Clients who choose to engage in both services will schedule therapy and coaching sessions separately to maintain clear structure and ethical boundaries. During your consultation, we can help you determine the best plan to integrate both types of support if desired.
This blended approach ensures you are supported holistically — emotionally, professionally, and personally.
The length of therapy or coaching depends on your unique needs and goals. Therapy might take longer, especially if working through deep emotional issues, while coaching can be shorter-term and goal focused. During your initial sessions, Corey will assess your needs and help establish a timeline that fits your objectives.
While IDS makes every effort to ensure a stable online experience, sometimes internet or platform disruptions can happen. Here’s how we handle it:
To help ensure a smooth session, we recommend:
If technical difficulties on your side prevent the session from happening, the standard cancellation or rescheduling policy may still apply. However, we will always try to work together in good faith to resolve any unexpected disruptions.
IDS focuses exclusively on evidence-based therapeutic and coaching practices. For those interested in faith-based services, Corey offers these under his pastoral counseling license through the nonprofit organization INSPIR3. These sessions integrate Christian-based principles with traditional therapeutic and coaching techniques for a holistic approach to emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. These services are available only through request and differ from the traditional therapy and professional coaching offered by IDS but are accessible through the nonprofit organization INSPIR3.
At IDS, therapy sessions are available online through a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform to protect your confidentiality and ensure a high-quality therapeutic experience.
Here is what you can expect with online therapy:
We recommend choosing a quiet, private location with a strong internet connection for your sessions.
If you experience any technical issues, we have policies in place to ensure you are supported without penalty or confusion.
Online therapy makes it possible to access compassionate, expert care — wherever you are.
Booking your first therapy session is an act of courage — and it’s completely normal to feel a mix of hope, uncertainty, or even anxiety. That’s why your first session is designed to be calm, grounding, and deeply supportive. You don’t have to perform, prove, or hold anything together. You get to show up exactly as you are — no masks, no expectations, no judgment. Here’s what you can expect:
You’ll Leave with Clarity, Direction, and Support: By the end of our first session, you’ll have a clear understanding of how therapy with us works, what your next steps are, and how we’ll begin the journey ahead. Many clients leave that first session feeling a sense of relief — not because everything is fixed, but because they’re no longer holding it alone.
Therapy with us isn’t about “fixing” you — because you’re not broken. It’s about helping you reconnect with your clarity, your courage, and your capacity to grow.
Every session is a little different, because it’s shaped around you. Some are structured and focused; others are quiet, reflective, and open-ended. Sometimes we process pain. Other times, we celebrate healing or create new goals together.
But in every session, you’ll be met with presence, care, and clinical expertise. You’ll never be judged. You’ll be deeply seen, supported, and honored — just as you are. Because you don’t have to hold it all together alone anymore. This is your space to feel safe, supported, and begin again.
Marriage and family therapy isn’t just about resolving problems — it’s about rebuilding what matters most: connection, trust, and emotional safety. Whether you’re feeling stuck in painful cycles, healing from betrayal, or longing for deeper connection, therapy offers a space to grow, heal, and relate in new ways.
Here’s what can become possible through this work:
Grow Individually and Together This isn’t just about managing crisis. Therapy is a space to evolve to become stronger, wiser, and more connected in the ways that matter most.
At IDS, we specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate some of the most common and painful challenges in relationships and emotional well-being.
Some of the patterns we frequently address include:
If you’re facing one or more of these struggles, know this: You are not alone. You don’t have to figure it all out by yourself. Our work is grounded in helping you break painful patterns, restore connection, and build a future rooted in trust, clarity, and resilience.
It is completely understandable to feel hesitant if past therapy experiences left you feeling discouraged, unheard, or unchanged. Not all therapy is the same, and not all therapists are the right fit for every client.
At IDS, we approach therapy differently. Our work is rooted in creating a relationship of trust, clarity, and collaboration from the very beginning. We tailor the process to your goals, your pace, and your lived experiences — not a one-size-fits-all model.
If you have tried therapy before and it did not feel helpful, that does not mean you failed or that change is impossible. It often means the approach, timing, or connection was not the right match for what you needed at that time.
You deserve therapy that truly honors where you are and helps you move forward in a way that feels real and lasting. If you are willing to try again, we are here to meet you with respect, curiosity, and care.
We are a private-pay (cash-only) practice and do not bill insurance directly.
Many clients find that paying privately for therapy offers important benefits, including:
If you have out-of-network benefits with your insurance plan, we can provide a superbill upon request.
A superbill is a detailed receipt you can submit to your insurance company. If eligible, you may receive partial reimbursement directly from your insurer.
Please note that reimbursement is not guaranteed and depends on the specific terms of your plan.
If you have any questions about superbills or payment options, feel free to contact us. We are happy to guide you through the process.
If your partner or family isn’t ready for therapy, you can still begin the process individually. Therapy can help you improve your communication, set healthy boundaries, and manage conflict in ways that may eventually encourage others to join the process.
An MFT Intern (Marriage and Family Therapist Intern) is a mental health professional who has completed a graduate degree in marriage and family therapy and is gaining supervised clinical experience required for full licensure. I provide therapy under the supervision of a licensed therapist to ensure quality care.
Professional coaching is ideal if you’re a professional, leader, or entrepreneur looking to enhance your leadership skills, overcome challenges, or reach new levels of success in your career. If you want structured support to clarify your vision, improve decision-making, and achieve measurable results, professional coaching can be a valuable investment.
Life coaching helps individuals achieve personal growth, balance, and well-being, focusing on areas like relationships and personal fulfillment. Professional coaching, on the other hand, is geared toward professionals seeking to improve leadership skills, business strategy, and career progression. Life coaching is more holistic, whereas professional coaching focuses on leadership and business development.
Yes, professional coaching can help you develop strategies to better manage your time, responsibilities, and stress, leading to improved work-life balance. Corey’s coaching approach includes focusing on leadership development while ensuring your personal well-being.
Online coaching at IDS is designed to be flexible, focused, and aligned with your goals and schedule.
It is ideal for high-performing professionals, remote leaders, entrepreneurs, and individuals balancing full personal and professional lives.
Here is what you can expect:
Online coaching makes it easier to stay connected to your growth, leadership development, and long-term vision without adding unnecessary complexity to your life.
Yes, I am a Board-Certified Coach (BCC), which means I have met professional training and ethical standards to provide professional coaching. This certification ensures high-quality coaching for professionals, leaders, and organizations.
