The intake session is my chance to meet you and discover your strengths, get to know your background, your goals for therapy and develop a relationship to guide the therapeutic direction. I want to know a number of details about you, but the most common first question I will ask is “So, what brings you to therapy?” You can answer this questions however you want, in as much detail as you need.

Psychotherapy is the general term for treating mental health problems by talking with a mental health professional. It is an opportunity to discuss issues that are important to you, the client, while having a trained objective person help work through concerns. Therapy can be about one specific problem, or it can be about multiple. Therapy is a collaborative event, it requires an active role from both the client and the therapist for change to occur.

Signs that your therapist is good for you include – feeling heard and validated, they earn your trust, you notice change in yourself, they challenge you – respectfully, they don’t rush your treatment, they’re mindful of all aspects of your identity and you see the value in your work together.

There are too many benefits of participating in therapy to list! Some benefits can include, boosting confidence, improving communication skills, learning new coping skills, managing your feelings, or attaining a better understanding of yourself. Progress in therapy comes in many forms and I know and believe everyone expresses in different ways – verbally and physically. We’ll learn how to measure your progress together!

Therapy sessions are typically 45-55 minutes, while groups run longer per session. Clients typically meet on a weekly or bi-weekly basis depending on their needs. Length of time while in therapy will depend on the individual client’s circumstance. We will determine that together.

I see the importance in preserving continuity of care. It’s important to work with school counselors, primary care physicians, psychiatrists, etc. With written permission, I can provide treatment plans or answer questions that other professionals may have.

The return on investment and value for therapy is often immeasurable. Its goal is to support meaningful improvement in your life, relationships, health, family, and overall well-being. We want therapy to be an accessible resource for all.We are in network with the following insurance network providers: BCBS PPO/Blue Choice, UBH/Optum, Cigna, Aetna, and Lyra.

Depending on your specific insurance provider or employee benefit plan, therapy services may be covered in full or in part. We encourage you to contact your provider directly to verify how your plan covers outpatient psychotherapy services. Helpful questions to ask your insurance provider:Does my health insurance plan include mental benefits?Do I have a deductible? If so, what is it, and have I met it yet?What would be my co-pay or co-insurance?Does my plan limit how many sessions per calendar year I can have?Are telehealth/virtual therapy sessions covered?Do I need prior authorization before starting therapy?

We accept all major credit cards as a form of payment. Payment is due at the time of service unless otherwise arranged.

If you are unable to attend a scheduled session, please notify us at least 24 hours in advance. We understand that life happens and unexpected situations can arise. If possible, we're always happy to work with you to reschedule your appointment.That said, your appointment time has been reserved specifically for you, and it often cannot be filled on short notice. Appointments cancelled with less than 24 hours' notice (or missed without notice) may be subject to a $75 cancellation fee.We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as this policy helps us provide timely care to all of our clients.