“It is my job to know your story, understand your perspective and guide you with your best interest in mind.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I expect during my first visit?
Your first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and begin
understanding what brought you to therapy.We’ll talk about the challenges you’re currently facing, the patterns or experiences that may be contributing to them, and what you hope to gain from therapy. This session is
also a chance for you to ask questions and get a feel for what it’s like working together.My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, understood, and supported,
without pressure or judgment.All new client paperwork and consent forms are completed online before your first session,
so we can focus our time on you and your goals.
How much does a therapy session cost?
My fee is $195 for a 55 minute session. I do offer a limited number of lower fee slots.
What if I have to move or cancel an appointment?
I understand that things come up, so you can cancel or reschedule your appointment at no cost with at least 24 hours notice. If it’s less than 24 hours notice, you will be charged for the appointment.
Can you tell me more about EMDR?
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an integrative psychotherapy approach that has been extensively researched and proven effective for the treatment of trauma. EMDR therapy is a set of standardized protocols that incorporates elements from many different treatment approaches.
EMDR therapy has been declared an effective form of trauma treatment by a wide range of organizations. In the United States, these include the American Psychiatric Association, the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, the Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs and the World Health Organization.
To learn more, visit www.emdria.org
What is a Good Faith Estimate?
Under the law, health care providers need to give clients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the expected charges for medical services, including psychotherapy services. You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency healthcare services, including psychotherapy services.
You can ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule a service, or at any time during treatment. If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, or how to dispute a bill, see your Estimate, or visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.