what to expect in therapy with me
Frequently Asked Questions
How to get started?
Book a Free Consultation
It all starts by booking a free consultation. A consultation appointment is a free 15 minute phone call/video chat to briefly discuss your needs and goals for therapy and to vibe check to see if we would be a good therapy match. By the end of the call, I’ll give you a quick draft of how I imagine our work together will be like and we can discuss scheduling your first appointment. Please come with any questions you’d like to ask.
Intake documents & Set up
After scheduling the first appointment, you will receive your intake document packet to your email. This will look like a link to activate a Simple Practice profile and an invitation to activate a Headway account.
Your Simple Practice Client Portal will have all the intake documents needed to make your first appointment run smoothly; it’s also where we will have our virtual appointments. We will go over all the features of your Simple Practice account in the first session.
If you plan to use insurance then a Headway account is necessary as I use Headway as an insurance billing service. By not activating a Headway account, you will be billed as a private pay client.
The First Session
The first appointment is called the intake appointment. The intake appointment is a 50 minute session to dive deeper into your history, current struggle points, and to fully outline your treatment goals. By the end of the intake we should have a fully outlined treatment plan that we will discuss more thoroughly at the beginning of the second appointment. After approval of the treatment plan we move into working on your goals.
Rates
Individual
Intake Session
$160 (50 minutes)
Ongoing Sessions
$160 (50-55 minutes)
couples
Intake Session
$200 (50 minutes)
Ongoing Sessions
$200 (50-55 minutes)
Insurance
Out of network benefits accepted.
Insurance not accepted for couples sex therapy, group, or intensive/marathon sessions.
Aetna
Ambetter
Anthem
BlueCross and BlueShield
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna and Evernorth
LifeWise
Optum
Oscar Health
Oxford
Premera Blue Cross
Quest Behavioral Health
Regence
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
FAQ
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It depends on your goals and needs—some people see change in a few months, while others benefit from longer-term support. We’ll check in regularly to make sure therapy feels helpful and aligned with what you’re working toward.
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Sessions are held virtually, so you can connect from the comfort of your own home. All you need is a private space and a reliable internet connection.
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There is a 24-hour cancellation policy and a $100 late cancellation charge.
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There is a limited availability for sliding scale spots. Please inquire if interested.
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American Express
Discover
Health Savings Account
Mastercard
Visa
For those planning on using health insurance, I am partnered with Headway for insurance billing. A Headway account is required for those intending to use insurance and you will be prompted during the intake process to create a Headway account.
Ready to Connect?
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel big, but you don’t have to do it alone. Whether you’re seeking support for trauma, relationships, anxiety, or simply wanting to feel more grounded, I’m here to walk alongside you. If you’re ready to begin, reach out today—we can schedule a consultation and explore how therapy might support your goals. Your healing journey starts with a conversation.