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Prepare for your first therapy session
You can begin with a few notes about what has been difficult, what you hope to change, and the questions you want to ask.
Nao Medical offers virtual CBT and DBT therapy and virtual psychiatry in New York. The shared scheduler does not mean every appointment includes both psychotherapy and medication management.
Updated October 7, 2026
Psychotherapy involves working with a mental health professional on concerns, goals and ways of responding. If you want CBT or DBT, ask for therapy and confirm the clinician, format and availability. Do not assume that a medication appointment includes a full psychotherapy session.
A prescribing clinician reviews symptoms, history, previous treatment and safety before discussing medication options. Booking an evaluation does not guarantee a diagnosis or prescription. Tell the team if you already take medication and need a follow-up or records review.
Describe the concern in your own words: for example, you want help with a recurring difficulty, wish to discuss an existing treatment plan, or need to understand your options. Ask whether an initial evaluation, a therapist or another service is the appropriate starting point.
Ask whether therapy and medication care will involve separate visits or clinicians. Confirm how records and recommendations can be shared with your permission, how follow-up works and whether fees or insurance benefits differ. Tell each clinician about the care you receive elsewhere.
CBT and DBT are therapy approaches rather than names for medication appointments. You can ask about their differences and the therapist’s experience without choosing a method alone. Availability of a DBT skills approach does not automatically establish a comprehensive DBT program.
Check the clinician’s role, the reason for the visit, its format and any preparation instructions. If the booking label is unclear, contact the care team. A routine appointment enquiry is not an emergency service.
No. Confirm whether your visit is for therapy, a medication evaluation or follow-up care. These may involve different clinicians.
Yes. Tell the team that you want CBT or DBT therapy so they can confirm the appropriate appointment.
No. Treatment decisions depend on clinical assessment, history, safety and the options appropriate for you.
Yes. Ask how separate appointments and records sharing work, and tell clinicians about other current treatment.
No. Describe your concerns and goals. A qualified clinician can assess them and discuss next steps.
Contact the team before attending to confirm or correct the visit. Ask about scheduling and fee implications.
You can begin with a few notes about what has been difficult, what you hope to change, and the questions you want to ask.
Your exact plan, clinician and appointment type determine what you may pay. A carrier’s name alone does not confirm coverage.
Confirm the clinician, eligibility, appointment type and fees before your visit.