+ How much does therapy cost?

Current Session Rates:

• Individual/Couples Therapy (50 min): $175
• Extended Couples Therapy (80 min): $280
• Extended EMDR Therapy (80 min): $280

Reduced Rates:

We all deserve quality mental health care. In order to make therapy more accessible, I offer a limited number of reduced rate spots to clients. Please contact me to ask about current reduced rate options.

+ Do you take my insurance?

I am not an in-network provider with insurance panels.

Some insurance plans offer reimbursement for mental/behavioral health sessions as an out-of-network benefit. Additionally, some plans will allow you to use your HSA/FSA card to pay for therapy. Before starting therapy, I recommend calling your insurance company to ask for details about what is covered under your benefits plan.

If you plan to use out-of-network insurance benefits, I can provide you with a "Superbill" (a receipt with all the extra info your insurance will want to see: the type of therapy service provided, your diagnosis, and my professional information).

+ How long will I need to be in therapy?

It depends. People come to therapy for many different reasons, and they have different goals they are hoping to achieve. Some clients want to deal with a very specific problem in their life or their relationships, and after just a few sessions they feel like they have the tools they need to cope effectively.

Other times, the work we are doing is more complex and it takes time to understand the issues and create lasting change. As a client, you get to take an active role in deciding how long therapy lasts.

Throughout our sessions, I will regularly check in to make sure we are on the same page about treatment goals and that you feel like we are making progress. If things are not continuing to move forward for any reason, we will discuss that together and decide whether it makes sense to take continue therapy.

+ What Happens During our First Session?

The first session as an opportunity to get to know each other, and to make sure that we both feel excited to work together.

I will ask you questions about why you decided to start therapy, and will also ask questions to better understand your story. I want to know you, and I want to understand how you view yourself in the world. I may ask about your career, your family, your dating history, and also some specific questions about your moods, sleep patterns, physical ailments, and what causes stress in your life.

I also respect the fact that this is our first time meeting each other. If you want to pour your heart out right from the start, I welcome it! If you feel like you need a few sessions to really get into the groove, I welcome that too. This is your therapy, and we can work at the pace that feels comfortable for you.

Finally, we will talk about any goals you hope to achieve from therapy, and you will get a chance to ask me questions about my role as the therapist.

+ Do I Need Individual or Couples Therapy?

It is hard to answer this question without knowing more about your unique situation. The good news is that there is no "wrong" answer. Both have been shown to help improve relationships, and to decrease symptoms of depression and anxiety for individuals. If you're unsure about what type of therapy you need, please contact me and I would be happy to discuss the best fit for you.

+ Do you prescribe medication for ADHD?

No, as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist I am not qualified to prescribe medication for ADHD or any other mental health diagnosis. I do collaborate with medical providers (doctors, psychiatrists, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners, and naturopaths) who are experienced in working with mental health issues. I can provide clients with referrals to these specialists.

+ Do I have to take ADHD medication to work with you?

No, I do not require my clients to take medication for ADHD or any other diagnosis. I do encourage clients to explore any stigma or fear they have about psychiatric medications. We weigh the pros and cons of medication as a part of an overall treatment plan, and I encourage transparency and collaboration with medical providers.

For adults with ADHD, there is significant research showing that stimulant medication is a safe and effective treatment. That said, every person responds to medication differently. Some people experience too many side effects or have additional health conditions that make them poor candidates for stimulant medication.

+ Is your office ADA Accessible?

The main entrance to the building has a button-automated front entrance and elevators that providing access to the fifth floor. There is a wheelchair-accessible restroom on the same floor as my office, and I can provide you with a key code for access.

I offer online therapy sessions. This is a helpful option for clients with chronic pain or illness who cannot make it into the office during flare ups.

I share my space with another therapist. While we are not a strictly scent-free office, we do our best to minimize harsh chemicals and scented products. If you are scent-sensitive, please let me know when you schedule and I will do my best to accomodate.

If there are other ways to make the space more accessible for you, I would love to hear from you. Please reach out with any questions.