FREE CONSULTATION · ANGELINA MICELI, LCSW, CCTP · SOUTHPORT, CT
Schedule your
free 15-minute consultation.
No paperwork. No commitment. Just a real conversation to see whether working together makes sense for both of us.
203-848-0131
angelina@angelinamicelilcsw.com
255 Half Mile Rd Suite 2 · Southport, CT
Currently accepting new clients
GETTING STARTED
A free consultation is how we begin - always.
Whether you've been thinking about reaching out for days or months, the first step is the same: a free 15-minute consultation where we can have a real conversation. You share what's bringing you in; I share how I work. We both decide whether this feels like the right fit.
There is no pressure, no intake paperwork before we've spoken, and no obligation to continue. It's a conversation between two people figuring out whether working together makes sense.
HOW WE GET STARTED
1.
Reach out
Book a consultation online using the scheduling link, or call or email directly at 203-848-0131 / angelina@angelinamicelilcsw.com. Whichever feels most comfortable is the right choice.
2.
We have a 15-minute conversation
You share what's bringing you in. I share how I work and what to expect. We both gauge whether the fit feels right, and I'll tell you honestly if I don't think I'm the best match for what you need.
3.
If we move forward, we schedule your first session
I'll send intake paperwork to complete before your first 50-minute session. From there, we begin. Most clients schedule weekly, especially at the start.
REACH OUT
The office is located at 255 Half Mile Road, Suite 2, in Southport - a restored barn within the town of Fairfield, CT. In-person sessions available. Virtual sessions throughout CT, VT, SC & FL.
BEFORE YOU REACH OUT
If something is making you hesitate, it's worth naming.
"The hardest part is usually typing the first message or making the first call. Everything after that is easier than you expect."
Most people sit with the idea of reaching out for so much longer than they need to. Sometimes it's the uncertainty of not knowing what to say. Sometimes it's the concern that what you're dealing with isn't "bad enough." Sometimes it's the worry that committing to a consultation means committing to everything that follows.
None of those things are true, and if they're in the way, they're worth knowing about. A consultation is exactly the right place to figure out whether moving forward makes sense. Not a commitment to do so.
THINGS I HEAR BEFORE THE FIRST CALL
→ "I don't know what to say" - You don't need to. Just tell me what's brought you here, in whatever words come naturally to you.
→ "My problems probably aren't bad enough" - Truly, there is no threshold. If something is affecting your life, it belongs in therapy.
→ "What if we're not a good fit?" - That's exactly what the consultation is for. I'll tell you honestly if I'm not the right person for you.
→ "I'm not sure I'm ready" - Reaching out to find out if you're ready is itself a form of readiness.
→ "I don't want to have to tell my whole story right away" - You don't. The consultation is 15 minutes. The story unfolds over time, as we get to know each other, at your pace.
WHAT TO EXPECT IN THE CONSULTATION
15 minutes. No preparation required.
You don't need to prepare anything specific before the consultation. You don't need to have it all organised or know exactly what to say. You just need to show up. Here's what we'll cover in the 15 minutes.
01.
What's bringing you in
You share whatever feels most relevant - what's been going on, what you've been struggling with, what you're hoping to change. There's no right or wrong way to describe it. Wherever you start is the right starting point.
02.
How I work
I'll give you a brief sense of my approach, what sessions actually feel like, what the therapeutic relationship looks like with me, and what you can realistically expect from the work. You'll know what you're stepping into before you commit to anything.
03.
Your questions
Whatever you want to know before deciding - about fees, about virtual vs. in-person, about insurance and Superbills, about my experience with what you're dealing with. There are no questions that are off the table in this conversation.
COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT REACHING OUT
Frequently Asked Questions About Scheduling a Consultation
What happens if I reach out and we're not the right fit?
I'll tell you - directly and without making it awkward. "Not the right fit" doesn't mean anything is wrong with you or with what you're dealing with. It means the specific combination of who you are and how I work isn't the ideal match for what you need right now. When that happens, I'll do my best to help you identify what you are looking for and, where I can, point you toward a colleague who might be a better fit. The consultation exists for both of us to make this assessment, which is why it's free.
How quickly will I hear back after I reach out?
I respond to all enquiries within one business day and usually the same day for calls and emails received during business hours. The fastest way to secure a consultation time is through the online booking link, which shows my actual calendar availability in real time.
Can I ask about fees before the consultation?
Yes, absolutely. All fee information is available on the Fees & Investment page, and I'm happy to answer any questions directly by phone or email before you schedule anything. Current rates are $275 for the initial session and $250 for ongoing 50-minute sessions. The free consultation is complimentary with no obligation. I accept all major credit cards, FSA/HSA cards, checks, and cash, and provide monthly Superbills for clients who wish to seek out-of-network reimbursement from their insurance.
Practical questions about the process. For questions about services, fees, or the location, visit the Services, Fees, or Location pages.
Will the consultation be by phone or video?
My initial consultations are always done by phone, which many people find lower-pressure than video for a first contact The consultation isn't a therapy session, so the format matters less than the conversation itself. We'll discuss in-person vs. virtual for ongoing sessions during the consultation call itself.
What if I'm in crisis or need immediate support?
I'm a solo outpatient practitioner and am not set up to provide crisis support or same-day emergency appointments. If you are in crisis or immediate danger, please contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (call or text 988), go to your nearest emergency room, or call 911. For non-emergency situations where you need support sooner than a private practice can offer, the Crisis Text Line (text HOME to 741741) is also available.
I'm not sure therapy is right for me. Should I still reach out?
Yes. Uncertainty about whether therapy is right for you is a common thing people bring to a first consultation, and it's exactly the right place to explore it. You don't have to have decided that therapy is what you need. You just have to be curious enough about the question to have a 15-minute conversation. I'd rather you reach out and we figure it out together than wait until the uncertainty resolves on its own. It usually doesn't.
WHENEVER YOU'RE READY
The first step is just
a 15-minute conversation.
No paperwork before we've spoken. No commitment after we have. Just a real conversation to find out whether this is the right fit - for both of us.
255 Half Mile Rd Suite 2, Southport, CT · angelina@angelinamicelilcsw.com · Currently accepting new clients