Hey guys. Long time lurker researching but first post here.
I've been to see MPAs about 8 times now. I'm thinking on expanding my horizons and seeing an independent. I've been reading lots and trying to do my own homework but haven't found answers to a few probably very basic questions I have. I'll use a few sites as reference because they are mentioned here often - and obviously being considered. And I am absolutely not taking any jabs at any of them, strictly for reference. If that's not cool by the people who have the sites please let me know!
1.) Where is the meet?! Amy's site says to take advantage of when she's in "the city" and then gives rates for travel expenses. What city? Also does she have a place or am I expected to have a place since the travel costs are openly quoted? The Phoenix House sounds to me like a place that has an established location, yet in their "house rules" they specifically state that I have to have my house or hotel clean. That looks like a big grey area. I've read in a lot of reviews that clients go to hotels and are then given room numbers when on-site, so is this what this is?. Is this the norm?
2.) Many of them state good hygiene is a must. Great, and I 100% agree. So can I shower when I get there, where ever I'm going? I'd like to. Phoenix house states that I should be prepared to have one, but where? Also another provider that will remain nameless since she hates this site (I respect her desire to stay off the radar since I would like to too) preaches about personal hygiene and being cleanly showered yet no specific mention having a shower available that I can use when I get there. Should I assume there is one available?
3.) Say these said providers have a set location. I assume I wont be given the exact location until after I book an appointment. But what if that location is across the road from someone I work with? Obviously I cant go for anonymity reasons yet it looks bad to the provider giving a location then having a cancellation. What's the etiquette here?
I'm sure I had a couple more questions but can't think of them now, so I'll add them when I think of them but I would appreciate some guidance.
Thanks for any help!
Breww
I've been to see MPAs about 8 times now. I'm thinking on expanding my horizons and seeing an independent. I've been reading lots and trying to do my own homework but haven't found answers to a few probably very basic questions I have. I'll use a few sites as reference because they are mentioned here often - and obviously being considered. And I am absolutely not taking any jabs at any of them, strictly for reference. If that's not cool by the people who have the sites please let me know!
1.) Where is the meet?! Amy's site says to take advantage of when she's in "the city" and then gives rates for travel expenses. What city? Also does she have a place or am I expected to have a place since the travel costs are openly quoted? The Phoenix House sounds to me like a place that has an established location, yet in their "house rules" they specifically state that I have to have my house or hotel clean. That looks like a big grey area. I've read in a lot of reviews that clients go to hotels and are then given room numbers when on-site, so is this what this is?. Is this the norm?
2.) Many of them state good hygiene is a must. Great, and I 100% agree. So can I shower when I get there, where ever I'm going? I'd like to. Phoenix house states that I should be prepared to have one, but where? Also another provider that will remain nameless since she hates this site (I respect her desire to stay off the radar since I would like to too) preaches about personal hygiene and being cleanly showered yet no specific mention having a shower available that I can use when I get there. Should I assume there is one available?
3.) Say these said providers have a set location. I assume I wont be given the exact location until after I book an appointment. But what if that location is across the road from someone I work with? Obviously I cant go for anonymity reasons yet it looks bad to the provider giving a location then having a cancellation. What's the etiquette here?
I'm sure I had a couple more questions but can't think of them now, so I'll add them when I think of them but I would appreciate some guidance.
Thanks for any help!
Breww