Therapy and counseling.

Although it’s hard to define a general standard to determine whether a therapist is a good match, research shows that the quality of the relationship between therapist and client is a key component of positive therapeutic outcomes. Therefore, it’s important for you to feel comfortable with your therapist. Over time, can you envision yourself developing an emotional bond of trust, respect, and safety? Can you see yourself collaborating with this therapist on your goals? Sometimes these questions take some time to understand, so please communicate with me along the way and we can help you meet your needs.

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Therapy looks different for everyone. We will work together to help you feel more safe and comfortable in the present, while discovering what aspects of your past may have created your present thoughts and feelings. We are complex human beings with stories and experiences that have shaped how we think and feel. Over our time together, we will weave together more understanding, awareness and intention so you may approach present and future challenges with more confidence.

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This is a very common question. Although many people begin therapy with the intention of solving a singular or ongoing problem in their lives, this isn’t the only reason to seek therapy. Sometimes having a weekly space that is YOURS for self reflection and free association may feel plentiful and fulfilling. Therapy doesn’t always have to include a problem to solve—the process is what you make it. That said, as much as there are benefits, there are also risks involved in going to therapy. The process of therapy may cause you to experience uncomfortable or painful feelings, such as sadness, guilt, anxiety, anger, or frustration, as you revisit parts of yourself and your life that may cause distress. Although therapy may bring about change, you may actually notice that things feel worse before they feel better. Please know that while this may feel discouraging at times, this is completely normal.

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As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, it is outside my scope of practice to prescribe medication. However, if you are curious about medication, and/or we decide over the course of therapy that you may benefit from medication, I may refer you to a prescribing provider for an evaluation.

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Yes. We are in network with BlueCross Blueshield, Allegiance, Cigna, and Pacific Source. If you are out of network, I am also happy to provide a superbill or a bill for reimbursement of services to submit to your insurance. Please note, if you are out of network but wish to pursue services with me, you are also entitled to receive a Good Faith Estimate explaining how much your medical care will cost. Under the law, individuals who are not using an in-network insurance provider will receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency costs or services.

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‍Out-of-network insurance: If you have out-of-network insurance coverage, I will provide you with a medical receipt known as a superbill that can be submitted to your insurance company for reimbursement. Please note that reimbursement rates are determined by your insurance policy and can be subject to a deductible. Please contact your insurance company directly for more information.

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You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost. Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who decide not to use insurance, an estimate of the bill for services. The Good Faith Estimate is a new rule that applies to medical providers to help patients and clients make informed decisions by having a clear understanding of the anticipated cost of care. The cost of services depends on a number of factors including your provider’s fee, frequency of services, and duration of treatment. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 1-800-985-3059.

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