FAQs

What types of issues can therapy help with?

Therapy can address a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, stress, lack of confidence, self-criticism, burnout, perfectionism, existential concerns, and spiritual issues. It can also be beneficial for highly sensitive individuals seeking to navigate their unique challenges. 

How often will we meet?

We will decide together, based on your symptoms and goals, how often to meet.  Again, your therapy is tailored to you and your individual needs. Initially, most therapy clients come weekly for 4-12 weeks.  Some clients reduce appointment frequency once things start to improve, initially to every 2 weeks, tapering down to 4-6 weeks.  Even when not acutely suffering, many clients find coming every two to three weeks increases the quality of their lives significantly and they continue to do so for long periods of time. 

Consistency brings the best results. Generally, you will feel better faster if we meet regularly.  

What is the duration of therapy?

There are lots of options and flexibility depending on what works best for you as well as your symptoms, goals, and desires.  

Some clients come for a few months for support through a difficult time, to focus on specific concerns, or until they start to feel better. I am happy to work on a short- term basis when it’s appropriate.

Others benefit from and desire longer term work, sometimes a year or longer. They may have long standing issues, childhood experiences or traumas that are interfering with their lives, or on-going stressors or changes in their career, relationships, health, or families.

Some clients continue for years because they continue to benefit and find that the regular time for themselves and the ongoing support of therapy deepens their quality of life.

Some clients take a break and return when something comes up and they need extra support.  

I am generally very flexible and willing to work with your needs and desires.  I support and trust clients to make their decisions about length of time in counseling.

What can I expect in our first session?

I know it can feel scary and vulnerable to meet with a therapist for the first time! I do everything I can to help my clients feel as safe and comfortable as possible. 

In our initial session, we’ll discuss your background, the issues you’d like to address, and your goals for therapy. This is also a time for you to ask questions and get a sense of how we can work together.

What therapeutic approaches do you use?

I have a many tools in my toolbox in order to best meet the needs of each individual client. I have extensive training in cutting edge therapies and am always pursuing continuing education. My style is primarily mindfulness-based and somatic.  This means we will go deeper than in traditional talk therapy.  Deep internal therapy helps lead to lasting change.

Primary approaches that I use include Internal Family Systems (parts work), Hakomi Body Centered Psychotherapy, and Brainspotting (a brain based trauma therapy).  I also incorporate Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT or Tapping), Psych-K, and intuitive energy healing when appropriate.

I see that you also offer Therapy Intensives.  How do I know if I should schedule an Intensive or hourly therapy?

Great question!  That is definitely something we can discuss on an initial consult call or in an intake.  It depends on a variety of factors, including the issues bringing you to therapy, your goals for therapy, as well as your preferences. 

For more information and FAQs regarding Therapy Intensives, please click here.

What issues do you work with?

I have worked in the mental health field since 1997 and have been practicing psychotherapy since 2002, so I have worked with all kinds of people with many different issues.  However, I specialize in the following areas:

How big is your practice and what does that mean for me?

This is private solo therapy practice. I intentionally see a smaller volume of clients and maintain specialized areas of focus.  Because I specialize, you can feel confident that I am bringing competence and passion to addressing your specific needs and to our therapeutic work together.

A solo practice means a higher level of safety and confidentiality for you.  All communication, including initial contact and scheduling, is directly with me.  It also means your therapy is customized to meet your individual needs.  This is not “one size fits all” therapy.  

Additionally, as part of having a small, specialized practice, I am committed to arriving to your session resourced, unhurried, and fully present for you.  

Unfortunately, a growing number of large counseling practices may prioritize financial growth over the quality of services for clients.  In my small, privately owned practice, this is not the case.  The quality of care for my clients is my utmost priority.  

Do you take insurance?

I am not in network with insurance panels.  However, depending on your plan, you may have some out of network benefits.  For your convenience, I can offer you a superbill to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement, or, in some instances, I can file for you. Reimbursement will vary depending on your plan.  Clients are encouraged to contact their insurance company about their out-of-network benefits for outpatient psychotherapy prior to scheduling. Make sure to ask questions like: Do I have a deductible for out-of-network services? Have I met my out-of-network deductible? Do you reimburse CPT billing code 90837 (outpatient psychotherapy)? What is the rate of reimbursement for 90837? What is the allowable amount for reimbursement?

Here is a helpful resource: The Complete Guide to Out-Of-Network Reimbursement. 

If finances are a critical part of your decision making in choosing a therapist, your insurance company should be able to provide you a list of in-network therapists.

Can I use my Health Savings Account or Flex Account for Therapy?

Yes, you can use a pre-tax Flex or Health Savings Account to pay for therapy.  Many clients pay use this method of paying.

How do we get started?

I know it is not easy to seek therapy. I do my best to make the process feel as safe and smooth as possible. The best way to contact me is via email at [email protected].  You can also reach out by phone at 678.390.0106.

Contact me if you have any questions or to schedule a complimentary 10-15 min. phone consultation to see if we are a good fit.