Finding a good mental health provider is often problematic. Recommendations typically come from friends or family, with no objective standards. And if the therapist is out of network (as is all too often the case), the costs can be very high. Now, you have a tool to search for high-quality therapists, appropriate to your circumstances, who are in network.
Getting Started
Getting started is easy. Go to the Rula website and answer a brief set of questions:
The process is straightforward:
Once you’ve answered the questions about your needs and location, Rula will use your responses to find therapists that meet your needs in your local area. They have in-person and video sessions available, at your discretion.
You will see information about the therapists’ professional accreditations and the type of work they do, as well as their next available appointment. If someone interests you, you can click to see a more detailed profile.
You will also get a list of similar providers.
And if you’re not sure what kind of therapy you need, Rula has tools to help you make the best decision for your circumstances.
Myth: Your first therapist needs to be the right fit.
Fact:
Finding a therapist is kind of like dating. You may not find the right therapist on the first try, and that’s okay!
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What to Look for in a Therapist
Care type
Are you looking for someone to work with you individually, as a couple, or as a family?
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Specializations
Do you want a therapist who specializes in a specific concern or approach?
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Non-negotiables
Is there anything that would prevent you from wanting to work with a certain therapist?
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Therapist background
Does your therapist’s background, demographics, views, or experience matter?
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P.S. If you find that your first therapist isn’t the right match, we make it easy to browse other providers and book appointments in your patient portal.
Check out the Rula site to see which providers are located near you, who might best suit your circumstances, and how best to move forward. You are under no obligation to make a decision unless you choose to. You can also call Rula at: (323) 205-7088 if you have any questions.
Quality of Services
Rula connects you with licensed therapists and psychiatric providers, and appointments are often available within one day. You can let Rula know about your preferences and needs, and they will attempt to make a match. They offer both in-person and virtual sessions – at your discretion. If you’re currently seeing an out-of-network provider, Rula will help you to transition to in-network care without compromising quality or continuity.
Rula is very clear about its philosophy. They provide:
- High-quality therapists: All of the therapists in Rula’s network are fully licensed and undergo a thorough background check and clinical review.
- High-quality care: Rula’s Clinical Quality Team supports therapists and ensures patient care exceeds industry standards.
- Patient privacy: All of Rula’s employees and therapists undergo training on best practices for safeguarding patient data. Their systems and tools are fully HIPAA-compliant and employ the latest security measures.
- Ongoing support: Rula routinely checks in on your care and monitors therapist quality to ensure all patients are receiving high-quality care focused on your safety.
93% of Rula’s patients report feeling better about their symptoms within 3 months after receiving care.
Recourse if Something Goes Wrong
If you have a problem with your therapist, you can contact Rula by phone at: (323) 205-7088 or you can reach out to Participant Services at the PWGA, either by phone: (818) 846-1015 x602, or via Contact Us on our website.
The Bottom Line
Until now, writers and their dependents had no tools to help them find mental health providers. Rula changes that.