Frequently Asked Questions
General Therapy FAQs
What is Soul Awakening, LLC?
Soul Awakening, LLC is a holistic therapy practice in Ohio that helps clients heal from trauma, anxiety, and emotional wounds through evidence-based and experiential therapies. We offer services via Telehealth.
Who do you work with?
We work with adults who reside in Ohio and are seeking support for trauma, stress, depression, relationship challenges, or major life transitions. Our clients are often looking for deeper healing beyond surface-level symptom management.
Do you offer in-person or telehealth sessions?
We offer telehealth therapy for clients in Ohio. Telehealth allows clients to connect from the comfort of home while receiving the same level of care.
Do you accept insurance?
Do you offer sliding scale rates?
How can I schedule a session?
Click the button at the top of the page labeled “Book A Session” An email will be generated for you to send to us. That’s the best way to kick off the process.
Do you offer a free session so we can meet?
Yes, I offer a complimentary 15-minute consultation so we can get to know each other and see if we’re a good fit
What languages do you offer?
I currently offer services in English and Japanese.
What Should I Expect & Investment?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) FAQs
What is CBT?
CBT helps you see how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are connected. You practice reframing negative thinking, building coping strategies, and applying them in real life.
How does CBT work?
CBT helps you see how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are connected. You practice reframing negative thinking, building coping strategies, and applying them in real life.
What issues can CBT help with?
CBT is effective for anxiety, depression, trauma, panic attacks, low self-esteem, stress, and breaking negative thought patterns or habits.
How long does CBT take to work?
Many clients notice improvement within 6–12 sessions, though it varies. CBT provides long-term skills for emotional regulation and problem-solving.
Can CBT be combined with other therapy approaches?
Yes. CBT is often blended with IFS, EMDR, or somatic therapy to create a personalized approach that addresses both thought patterns and emotional healing.
Internal Family Systems (IFS) FAQs
How does IFS therapy work?
IFS works by helping you understand and heal the different “parts” within yourself—like the inner critic, the protector, or the wounded child. You learn to listen to these parts with curiosity rather than judgment. Connecting with your core Self helps guide your internal system toward balance and healing.
What issues can IFS help with?
FS can help with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem issues, and chronic stress. By working compassionately with your internal parts, IFS helps heal the roots of emotional pain and create lasting inner harmony.
How long does IFS therapy take to work?
Some clients notice positive changes within the first few sessions, such as feeling calmer and more self-aware, while deeper healing often unfolds over several months. Progress depends on your goals, history, and willingness to engage with your internal parts.
Can IFS be combined with other therapy approaches?
Yes. IFS can be integrated with CBT, EMDR, somatic therapy, or ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. Combining approaches helps address both emotional and cognitive patterns, process trauma effectively, and develop practical coping skills.
EMDR FAQs
What is EMDR therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a structured therapy that helps your brain process and release distressing memories. It uses guided bilateral stimulation while you recall past experiences, reducing emotional intensity and promoting healing.
How does EMDR work?
During EMDR, you focus on a memory while your therapist guides you through eye movements or other bilateral stimulation. This helps the brain reprocess the memory, lowering emotional charge and promoting lasting change.
What issues can EMDR help with?
EMDR is effective for trauma, PTSD, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, phobias, and unresolved emotional conflicts.
How long does EMDR take to work?
Some clients notice relief after a few sessions, while others may require several months. EMDR is designed for lasting healing rather than quick fixes.