Frequently Asked Questions

The first session is about getting to know each other. We’ll discuss what brings you to therapy, your history, and your goals. It’s also a chance for you to see if you feel comfortable working with me. There’s no pressure—this is your time to ask questions and decide if it feels like a good fit.

Individual and couples therapy sessions are 50 minutes. If needed, extended sessions can be arranged.

It depends on your goals and what you’re working through. Some people find relief in just a few sessions, while others benefit from longer-term work. We’ll check in regularly to make sure therapy is moving at the right pace for you.

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based therapy that helps your brain process traumatic or distressing memories. During sessions, I’ll guide you through bilateral stimulation (like eye movements) while you focus on a specific memory. Over time, the memory loses its emotional charge so it no longer controls your reactions.

Yes. I offer secure video sessions for clients throughout the United States. Online therapy is just as effective as in-person sessions for most concerns, and many clients prefer the convenience of meeting from home.

I am an out-of-network provider. I provide superbills (detailed receipts) that you can submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement. Many PPO plans offer out-of-network benefits. I recommend calling your insurance to ask about your out-of-network mental health coverage.

Please provide at least 48 hours notice if you need to cancel or reschedule. Late cancellations and missed appointments are charged the full session fee.

Yes. Everything discussed in therapy is confidential, with limited exceptions required by law (such as imminent danger to yourself or others, or suspected abuse of a child or elder). I’ll review these exceptions with you at the start of treatment.

Therapy addresses mental health concerns, trauma, and emotional healing using clinical methods. Coaching is goal-focused and forward-looking—it’s about building skills, navigating life transitions, and personal growth. Coaching is available to clients worldwide, while therapy is limited to states where I’m licensed (California and Florida).