Dr. Farris offers a complementary consultation via phone to get to know you and your treatment goals to determine if working together might be a good fit. This call typically lasts about 20 minutes.

One-on-one therapy sessions are offered via secure telehealth platform, to be completed at a computer. Sessions can vary in length depending on individual’s need, typically about 45 minutes, but can also be half-session (30 minutes), or double-session (90 minutes). Brief telephone sessions are also available, as needed.

You'll have direct access to Dr. Farris by text for questions, scheduling, or brief support between sessions. She typically replies within an hour and always within the same business day. If something urgent arises, same-day or next-day appointments are often available. Dr. Farris believes that being accessible is an important part of excellent care. At the same time, she is thoughtful about ensuring that between-session support helps you practice the skills you're learning in therapy, to build confidence and long-term progress.

With your permission, Dr. Farris works collaboratively with your physicians and other healthcare providers to coordinate care and ensure a consistent treatment approach. This collaboration is especially important for individuals with health anxiety, as it helps reduce mixed messages, supports evidence-based treatment, and minimizes patterns of excessive medical reassurance-seeking.

Anxiety often affects not only the individual, but also the people who care about them. With your permission, Dr. Farris offers meetings with spouses, partners, family members, or other supportive individuals to explain the treatment approach, answer questions, and discuss practical ways they can support your recovery. These conversations help ensure everyone is working toward the same goals, reducing unhelpful reassurance patterns while increasing confidence, independence, and long-term success.