Between-Session Support

(Yes, I actually want you to text me.)

Therapy doesn’t stop when the session ends—your healing and growth are happening all the time. And I believe your therapist should support that.

That’s why I offer between-session support via text, voice note, and email—as part of your care.  For all clients.

It’s not crisis support. It’s not full sessions. But it is a way to stay connected, stay accountable, and not lose momentum between sessions.

This kind of ongoing, responsive support is a big part of what makes Sweary Therapy a boutique practice—and if it’s something you want, you’re in the right place.



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What It’s For

• Quick check-ins or “I just need a nudge” moments
• Grounding support to help get you back in your window of tolerance
• Sharing wins, insights, or lightbulb moments
• Memes that call out your trauma and make you laugh/cry at the same time
• Reminders about things you want to talk about next session
• Accountability updates (aka “here’s me doing the thing we talked about”)

​How You’ll Hear Back from Me

• TEXT is the best and fastest way to reach me.
  • I accept both secure in-app messaging (HIPAA-compliant) or regular SMS texting.
  • Voice notes are welcome, but only via SMS, not the in-app system.
• Email is slower—best used for sending forms or longer updates that don’t need a quick reply​

How  You’ll Hear Back from Me

• TEXT is the best and fastest way to reach me.
  • I accept both secure in-app messaging (HIPAA-compliant) or regular SMS texting.
  • Voice notes are welcome, but only via SMS, not the in-app system.
• Email is slower—best used for sending forms or longer updates that don’t need a quick reply.

My response hours:

• Monday–Thursday: 10 AM–9 PM
• Some weekend availability—I’ll respond when I can unless I’m off for personal time, in which case you’ll hear from me Monday.
• If I’m on a scheduled vacation, don't worry - I let my clients know my time off well in advance so we can all plan around it!  .

I aim to reply within 12–48 hours, though often faster during my main response windows. This is not a crisis or emergency line, and I don't respond outside of set hours. If you're in crisis, please call 911 or use a local crisis line.

Confidentiality & Contact Options
You have two options for how you want to use between-session messaging:

1. Use the secure client portal for text-based communication.
2. Opt out of the portal and use regular SMS or email, understanding that those are not fully confidential.

Either way, I’ll respond with the same warmth and care—but I want you to make an informed choice about what works best for you.

For Grounding, Homework, or whatever comes up!

What to Expect from Grounding Support
I can guide you through a grounding or regulation exercise to help shift your nervous system when you're overwhelmed, shut down, or spiraling.

This is a place for reminders, redirection, and cheerleading—not a full session by text. If something needs deep unpacking, I’ll invite you to schedule a session so we can give it the time and space it deserves.

Using This for Homework & Accountability
Sometimes I’ll ask you to check in between sessions—especially if we’ve set goals or agreed on homework. This might be as simple as:

• Letting me know you completed something
• Sending a short reflection
• Updating me on how a new skill went in real life

You can also text me anytime you want to track your own progress, even if I haven’t asked. It’s a great way to build momentum and feel supported.

This kind of support is not something most therapists offer—and that’s the point.
You deserve care that extends into your real life.

So whether you're texting to celebrate a win, asking for a grounding reminder, or sending that meme that roasted your coping style just a little too hard--
​I’m here for it.