FAQs

I primarily work with women navigating life transitions, relationship patterns, identity questions, and the impact of larger systems on their daily lives.

I work with anxiety, depression, relationship patterns, trauma, and the psychological impact of navigating oppressive systems. My systemic approach means we look beyond individual symptoms to understand how your experiences are shaped by relationships, identity, and the broader contexts you move through.

I don't currently work with active eating disorders, substance use disorders requiring a higher level of care, or acute psychosis. If you're unsure whether your needs align with my practice, we can discuss this in an intro call.

The first step is to reach out via the contact form on this website or by email. I'll respond within 24–48 hours to schedule a free 15–20 minute intro call.

During the intro call, we'll discuss what brings you to therapy, answer any questions you have, and determine if we're a good fit. If we decide to work together, we'll schedule your first session and I'll send you intake paperwork to complete beforehand.

Sessions take place over video call from wherever works best for you. All you need is a stable internet connection, a device with a camera (phone, laptop, or tablet), and headphones.

Meeting virtually removes common barriers—no commute, no waiting room, and no need to arrange childcare or take extra time off work.

Session length and frequency are determined collaboratively and can shift over time as your needs change. We pay attention to your capacity, therapeutic goals, and the long-term sustainability of care.

We can also work fluidly—sometimes you may need only 30 minutes, other times 90. We'll find the natural stopping point together.

Choose the rate that best reflects your current financial reality, not what feels most comfortable or familiar. Consider your income stability, access to savings or family support, debt, and overall financial flexibility.

Payment is due at the time of each session and can be made via credit card, debit card, or HSA/FSA card through a secure online portal. I'll send you a payment link after each session, or you can set up automatic billing if you prefer.

I don't accept insurance directly because insurance companies often dictate session length, frequency, and treatment approach—constraints that can hinder deeper, relational therapeutic work. Private pay gives us more flexibility in how we work together and means no diagnoses in your medical record unless you want one.

I can provide a superbill (detailed receipt) that you can submit to your insurance for out-of-network reimbursement if your plan covers it.

I ask for at least 24 hours notice if you need to cancel or reschedule a session. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours notice will be charged the full session fee, as that time has been reserved for you and cannot be offered to another client.

I understand that emergencies and unexpected situations happen. If you need to cancel with short notice due to illness or crisis, please let me know and we can discuss it.

I intentionally limit my practice to around 7 clients to ensure I can offer each person dedicated attention, consistent availability, and the depth of presence this work requires.

Between sessions, I'm available via email for brief communication—scheduling needs, quick check-ins, or clarifying questions. I typically respond within 24–48 hours on business days.

For more urgent or complex matters that arise between sessions, we can schedule an additional session or adjust our meeting frequency to better meet your needs.

Evaluating therapist-client fit is a valid and important part of getting support that truly meets your needs. A good fit often involves feeling safe, respected, and able to be open over time. It's also normal for fit to become clearer only after several sessions and a direct conversation about your experience.

If therapy consistently doesn't feel supportive—for example, if you find yourself feeling anxious, guarded, or self-censoring in sessions—that may signal the need for a different therapeutic relationship, and that's okay to explore.