In your first session, we’ll discuss your reasons for seeking therapy, your goals, and any concerns you might have. It’s an opportunity for us to get to know each other and establish a safe, trusting environment. We’ll also talk about the therapeutic process and how we can work together to address your needs.

Typically, therapy sessions are 50 minutes long with the last ten minutes of the hour reserved for the therapist to schedule your next session and complete documentation. How often we meet depends on your needs and goals, but most clients find that weekly or bi-weekly sessions are helpful, especially in the beginning. We’ll discuss the frequency that feels best for you during our first meeting.

Therapy can be a helpful tool if you’re feeling stuck, experiencing emotional pain, or seeking personal growth. It’s also useful for addressing specific concerns such as trauma, anxiety, depression, or relationship issues. If you're uncertain, the first session can help you decide if therapy feels like a good fit.

Yes, I work with Alma and Headway for billing, which allows you to submit claims through your insurance. Alma or Headway will provide you with an estimate of your costs before our first session, but it’s your responsibility to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket expenses directly with your insurer.

If you don’t have insurance or are out of network, I offer a self-pay option. Alma (billing service) will process the payment after each session. You will receive an invoice for your records. I do have limited sliding scale openings available; inquire if needed.

Yes, confidentiality is a core part of the therapeutic process. What you share with me is private and protected by law, with a few exceptions:

• Client threatens or attempts to commit suicide/severe harm to self

• Client threatens grave bodily harm or death to another person.

• Reasonable suspicion that a client or other named victim is the perpetrator, observer of, or actual victim of physical, emotional or sexual abuse of children under the age of 18 years.

• Suspicions as stated above in the case of an elderly person who may be subjected to these abuses.

• Suspected neglect of the parties named in items (3) and (4).

• If a court of law issues a legitimate subpoena for information stated on the subpoena.

• If a client is in therapy or being treated by order of a court of law, or if information is obtained for the purpose of rendering an expert’s report to an attorney.

• A release of information form is on file

I understand that life happens. If you need to cancel or reschedule, please notify me at least 24 hours in advance to avoid a cancellation fee. This gives us time to offer the slot to someone else.

If at any point you feel that therapy isn’t meeting your needs, we can discuss it openly. I’m here to ensure that the therapy process works for you, and we can adjust the approach, frequency, or even consider a referral if needed. Your comfort and progress are my priority.