Why I’m Transitioning to Weekly or Bi-Weekly Therapy with Clients
Over the last 15 years working as a helping professional, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside many clients through periods of crisis, growth, transition, and healing. I’ve also spent a lot of time reflecting on how to offer the most effective support— not just when things fall apart, but in the quiet, in-between moments too.
After careful consideration and a growing body of research in the field, I’ve made the decision to transition my practice to offer therapy primarily on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. This shift is rooted in both clinical evidence and my own experience of what leads to the deepest, most sustainable growth for clients.
Here’s a few reflections on why.
1. Consistency Deepens Progress
Therapy is like any meaningful practice — It works best when it’s regular, consistent, and supported over time.
A 2016 study published in Psychotherapy found that clients who attended therapy sessions consistently experienced greater long-term improvement than those who had irregular attendance. Weekly or bi-weekly sessions help maintain emotional momentum, reinforce new insights, and reduce the need to "catch up" on what's been missed.
When sessions are spaced too far apart, the therapeutic thread can get lost — and it becomes harder to integrate the work we’ve done together.
2. Preventative Therapy = Fewer Crises
Many people understandably begin therapy during a crisis. But what research — and my lived experience — shows is that therapy is just as important (if not more so) when life feels stable.
Regular therapy can be a form of emotional maintenance — preventing things from escalating in the first place.
Calmer periods are often when we can do the most profound work: unpacking patterns, building self-awareness, and developing resilience.
3. Real-Life Integration Requires Real-Time Support
Sometimes clients tell me they want more space between sessions to process. While space and reflection are essential, integration also happens in the context of supportive, ongoing relationship.
Weekly or bi-weekly therapy allows us to track how things are unfolding as they happen — not weeks later when the moment has passed.
4. Short-Term Cost, Long-Term Value
I deeply respect the investment of time, energy, and money that therapy requires. Cost is a real consideration, and I welcome open conversations about it. That said, the research continues to show that therapy is one of the most impactful long-term investments we can make in our health.
A 2014 meta-analysis by Bower et al. found that regular psychological therapy led to improvements in:
Mental and emotional health
Physical well-being
Job satisfaction
Relationship quality
Decision-making capacity
All of these improvements tend to reduce burnout, enhance productivity, and support healthier life choices — often leading to indirect financial and life gains over time.
5. “I Don’t Have Much to Say” Is Often a Doorway
One of the most surprising truths about therapy is that the most impactful sessions often happen when you least expect them. Even “light” sessions — the ones where clients feel they don’t have much to report — often led to important breakthroughs. Regular check-ins allow for powerful shifts to emerge, often beneath the surface of our day-to-day awareness.
What This Means for My Practice
Starting October 1, 2025, I’ll be moving toward offering weekly or bi-weekly therapy as the standard format for most clients. I believe this structure offers:
More meaningful continuity
Greater emotional safety
Enhanced outcomes
Better long-term value
Of course, I understand that every person’s circumstances are unique. If you have specific needs, financial concerns, or would like to talk through this shift, I’m more than happy to have that conversation with you.
My goal is to create a space that truly supports your growth — not just when things are hard, but every step of the way.
If you’re ready to explore weekly or bi-weekly therapy or have any questions about what this transition means, please don’t hesitate to reach out.