As a general rule, I ask clients to come weekly or bi-weekly in the early stages of therapy. How frequently you come and how long your sessions last are decisions we will make together after your first session, and revisit throughout our work together as needed. My standard therapy sessions are 50 minutes long, but sometimes a longer session is recommended (especially for couples therapy and EMDR). I factor in a client’s goals, level of distress, resources, and availability when making a recommendation.