Central Texas Psychological Assessments, PLLC
Christina Fay, Psy.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Christina Fay
Licensed Clinical Psychologist: Texas and PSYPACT states
Have a particular life obstacle you’re trying to process?
Working with a mental health provider can be a challenging yet rewarding experience. I have a background in working with diverse ages (teens to geriatric individuals), addressing issues across the lifespan (adjustment issues to chronic diagnosis), as well as including cultural, systems, and social issues that can impact day-to-day life.
Together, we can develop a plan for each life obstacle, break that plan down into manageable and actionable steps, and build skills for living those steps out in your daily life.
All About Therapy
Personalized Attention for Your Mental Health Needs
Perhaps you're down or find yourself worrying more - maybe you're unsure about relationships in your life or feel you aren't living the life you would like to lead. Through the different stages in life, therapy can be a helpful form of support. Therapy is a process of learning through self-discovery, and in my sessions I focus on holistic changes by encouraging awareness and the intentional responses to thoughts, emotions, physical sensations, and beliefs.
Office Hours
Monday - Thursday 10AM - 5PM Central Time
Individual Counseling
Here For You
Stress Management
Skill Building
Mind, Body, & Situational Awareness
A Values-Based Approach to Life
FAQ
What insurance do you accept?
Aetna
How long does each therapy session take?
Hour long sessions involve 53+ mins of face-to-face time. The remainder of the scheduled hour is to ensure I am able to appropriately document each session.
Shorter sessions are not scheduled at this time.
What techniques or approaches do you use in session?
I generally approach treatment from a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) framework.
I approach sessions from an open and honest approach that assumes the patient is the expert in themselves and we are continuously learning together.
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?
The American Psychological Association (APA) describes CBT as "... a form of psychological treatment that has been demonstrated to be effective for a range of problems including depression, anxiety disorders, alcohol and drug use problems, marital problems, eating disorders, and severe mental illness. Numerous research studies suggest that CBT leads to significant improvement in functioning and quality of life. In many studies, CBT has been demonstrated to be as effective as, or more effective than, other forms of psychological therapy or psychiatric medications."
You can read more about CBT at:
https://www.apa.org/ptsd-guideline/patients-and-families/cognitive-behavioral
What is the best way to contact you?
Preferred contact: contact@DrFayCTX.com.
Please do not submit personal details or PHI (Personal Health Information) such as Social Security Number or other confidential information over email/electronic communication.
If you leave a voicemail, you can generally expect a return call within 2 business days (Monday - Thursday) to address questions or scheduling issues. Options to schedule/reschedule online are also available.
After being established as a patient, most issues should be addressed in session and contact outside of sessions will be intentionally limited in order to maintain ethical and professional boundaries.
What is PSYPACT and what states can you see a telehelath patient?
"The Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT) is an interstate compact designed to facilitate the practice of telepsychology and the temporary in-person, face-to-face practice of psychology across state boundaries."
~https://psypact.site-ym.com/page/About
Please visit the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT) website to see if you live in a state where Dr. Fay can provide services:
Do you offer in person and telehealth appointments?
Currently, I am only offering telehealth/virtual appointments.
Appointments are completed using an Electronic Health Record (EHR) telehealth platform. This allows you to schedule/cancel/reschedule, receive reminders, connect to the appointment, and pay - all securely online. If you are using an insurance mentioned above, there is a second platform used for billing insurance/payment.
Do you offer psychological assessment and evaluations?
I do not provide assessment or evaluations for my therapy patients for ethical reasons.
What is the cost?
Initial/Intake appointments are $240
Follow-up appointments are $190