Frequently Asked Questions

That's a smart question, and one I encourage people to ask. We start with a free 15-minute consultation, a low-pressure conversation to hear what's bringing you in and see if we might work well together. I get it, 15 minutes might not feel like enough, but it gives you a sense of whether it's worth giving a try.

If you decide to move forward, we'll begin with intake sessions where we really dig into what's happening and what you're hoping might change. These aren't just getting-to-know-you meetings; they're where we start building a foundation for the work. You'll participate in a structured conversation and complete a few assessment tools that are informative in themselves. But you'll also get a feel for how I think and approach things, and I'll understand more about what you need.

After about a month of meeting regularly, it's good practice to check in: Is this actually helping? Do you feel like we're getting somewhere? Are you comfortable being open with me? If the answer is no, that's valuable information. We can talk through what might work better, and if needed, I can help you find a different approach or therapist.

The goal is for therapy to feel genuinely useful, not just another thing you're doing because you think you should.

The first couple of sessions, often called intake sessions, are designed to help both of us get a sense of what’s going on and whether working together feels like a good fit.

I’ll guide a semi-structured conversation where we explore your personal history, relationships, and past experiences with therapy. We’ll also look at what brought you in, what you’re struggling with, and what you’re hoping to gain from therapy. Sometimes, I may use brief questionnaires to better understand aspects like mood, stress, burnout, or emotional and behavioral patterns. These tools are simply another way to see how things are showing up in your life and help shape the focus of our work.

We’ll also go over practical matters such as confidentiality, scheduling, fees, and anything else that’s important for you to know upfront.

These early sessions are also a chance for you to get a feel for what it is like to be in the room with me: do you feel comfortable enough to be honest? Do you feel seen and heard? That experience matters just as much as anything we talk about.

By the end of the intake process, we should both have a clearer sense of what you need and whether this feels like the right space for that work.

Absolutely! Not every therapeutic process needs to be long-term. If you're facing a specific challenge, decision, or transition, we can work together for a shorter period with a focused approach. Some people come in for just a few sessions to get clarity or support around something current, and that's often enough.

If you've looked at the Consultation & Coaching page, you'll see I also offer shorter-term formats designed exactly for this kind of need: testing the waters, needing a thinking partner, or working through something that's blocking your next step. You don't have to commit to something open-ended unless that's what you're seeking.

Of course! You don’t have to have it all figured out. We can sort through things together. You’re welcome to start with a free 15-minute consultation to see if it feels like a good fit.

Curious, warm, and fully present. I don’t sit back in silence, but I also don’t rush to fix. I’ll ask questions that get us closer to what really matters, offer reflections that help you see things in a new way, and bring in structure or tools when they feel right. I take the work seriously, but not always solemnly. Sometimes we laugh. I think good therapy makes space for honesty, depth, contradiction, creativity, and even moments of humor and joy.

All of that comes in but not all at once, and not in the same way for everyone. Sometimes we start with thoughts that feel stuck or overwhelming. Other times, it’s emotions that need space, or patterns rooted in the past that keep showing up in the present.

I pay attention to what feels most alive in the moment. Maybe you're caught in a loop of self-criticism and we need to listen more closely to that angry voice inside. Maybe there’s grief you haven’t let yourself feel. Maybe you keep ending up in the same kind of relationship, and we need to understand why. That might mean talking things through, slowing down to notice what’s happening in your body, or exploring what those patterns are trying to protect.

I also offer EMDR as a separate therapeutic approach, something we’d talk about and plan for together. It can be especially helpful when insight alone hasn’t been enough to shift how certain memories or experiences still live in you.

There’s no fixed formula. I follow your pace, your needs, and what seems to be asking for attention.

That’s a fair question. Yes, we’ll talk, but not just to talk. The goal is to help you feel more clear, more connected to yourself, and more able to do something different when it matters. Sometimes that means tools or strategies, and sometimes it means slowing down and really understanding what’s going on underneath.

For example, if you’re dealing with anger, learning to notice what’s happening in your body or emotions before things escalate is a practical skill, but developing that awareness starts with talking it through and paying close attention together. So yes, the work is practical, just not always in a checklist kind of way.

I work with people who find themselves at some kind of edge of change, of burnout, of identity, of a life stage.
Sometimes they’re overwhelmed; sometimes just quietly unsettled. Some are moving through transitions, becoming a parent, aging, separating, starting again. Others are carrying grief, anger, or questions they’ve never quite had space to ask.
I often work with women who feel stretched between expectations and their own needs, and with older adults who are reflecting on the shape of their lives, some wrestling with loneliness, others feeling a quiet urgency about time.
Many of the people I see are in between places. They are between cultures, roles, or versions of themselves.
You don’t need a clear diagnosis or a five-step plan. Just a sense that something needs to shift and the openness to begin.

You don’t need to decide on your own. We can figure it out together. If you’re unsure, we can start with a brief conversation about what’s on your mind and what kind of support you’re looking for. Each format has its place, and we’ll choose what fits best for you right now.

Individual Therapy
$225 for a 50-minute session.

Couples Therapy
$250 for a 50-minute session. Couples work tends to involve more complexity, relational dynamics, and emotional intensity.

Intake Sessions
$275–300 for a 75-minute session. These initial sessions involve a deeper assessment process including personal history, structured questionnaires, and clinical planning. They also include additional work from my side between sessions as we plan treatment and begin shaping the focus of our work.

Consultations & Coaching
$300–325 per session. These short-term engagements are focused and often fast-paced, requiring a clear understanding of your context and goals from the start. Not always, but often, they include some follow-up on my end, whether additional reflections or feedback, offering additional resources, or helping clarify next steps.

EMDR Sessions
$275 per session (typically 60–90 minutes). EMDR sessions tend to run longer than standard talk therapy to allow enough space for processing. The fee is the same whether we use 60 or 90 minutes. The length varies depending on what feels most helpful that day, but the fee stays the same.

Comprehensive psychological evaluations typically range from $3,200 to $5,000, depending on the scope and complexity. This includes the intake session, testing appointments, scoring and interpretation, a written report, and a feedback session. I’ll provide a clear quote after we discuss your specific needs and goals.

I offer a limited number of sliding scale spots based on financial need and availability. You're welcome to ask about current openings, I’ll always be transparent about what’s possible.

I don’t work directly with insurance, but I can provide a monthly superbill for you to submit if your plan includes out-of-network benefits. It’s a good idea to check with your provider about your specific coverage.

Yes. I welcome consultations with fellow clinicians and other professionals seeking another perspective, whether you're reflecting on a case, navigating a clinical question, or exploring your own development as a practitioner. I bring clinical experience, cultural sensitivity, and cross-cultural insight to this work, and I value thoughtful, collaborative conversations. Whether you're looking for a single consultation or something more ongoing, you're welcome to reach out.