FAQs

The first session is about getting to know each other. We'll discuss what brings you to therapy, your goals, and how we can work together. There's no pressure to share everything all at once—we go at your pace.

All sessions are between 50 and 75 minutes in length, tailored to the individual's specific needs. Most clients meet once a week for a 50-minute session. The intake session is usually 60 minutes. I also offer multiple sessions per week. The length and frequency of sessions will be determined during the intake process. 

My approach blends client-focused, collaborative, and solution-oriented methods to create a therapeutic journey that not only addresses your concerns, but also helps you build psychological flexibility, discover your passions, and create a more fulfilling and vibrant life. I draw from multiple evidence-based modalities, adapting each session to your unique needs and goals.

Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)

CBT is a structured, research-backed approach that focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. It helps individuals develop healthier ways of thinking and coping, leading to improved emotional well-being and resilience in dealing with life's challenges.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

ACT is a powerful approach that helps individuals embrace their thoughts and feelings rather than fighting or feeling guilty about them. By focusing on mindfulness and committed action, ACT encourages living a life aligned with one's values, promoting psychological flexibility and greater well-being. 

Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

SFBT is a practical and goal-oriented approach to therapy that emphasizes finding solutions rather than focusing on problems. It helps individuals identify their strengths and resources to achieve specific goals and make positive changes in a relatively short amount of time.

Positive Psychology

Positive psychology focuses on amplifying your strengths, enhancing your well-being, and cultivating a life filled with meaning and joy. Positive psychology emphasizes your strengths and leverages them to overcome challenges. 

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

IFS is a gentle, transformative approach that helps you understand and work with the different “parts” of yourself. By fostering self-leadership, IFS promotes internal harmony, healing from past wounds, and greater self-compassion.

Motivational Interviewing (MI)

MI is a collaborative, client-centered technique that helps you explore and resolve ambivalence about change. It strengthens your intrinsic motivation by uncovering your own reasons for making positive life changes.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

DBT combines mindfulness with practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and self-compassion. It is particularly effective for individuals experiencing intense emotions or relationship challenges.

ADHD Coaching

ADHD coaching uses evidence-based strategies to address challenges like time management, organization, procrastination, and goal-setting. It also addresses related concerns such as anxiety, low self-esteem, and depression. Coaching helps you break down tasks, build supportive routines, and leverage your strengths to improve focus, productivity, and well-being.

Parent Coaching

Parent coaching offers practical, compassionate guidance for navigating the challenges of raising children—especially those who are neurodivergent or have special needs. Sessions provide tools for managing stress, improving communication, setting boundaries, and addressing behavioral challenges with confidence and empathy. We’ll work together to strengthen family connections and create a supportive home environment.

Unfortunately, I do not accept medical insurance. If you choose to submit a claim to your insurance, I can provide you with a "superbill" that documents all attended sessions and fees paid for any out-of-network benefits. A typical claim requires: provider name, NPI, dates of service, CPT codes, fees paid, and diagnostic code — available on request. 

A Certified Integrative Mental Health Provider (CIMHP) is a mental health professional trained to combine traditional psychotherapy with evidence-based complementary and holistic approaches that support both mind and body.

• This certification involves advanced training in:

• The connection between mental health and physical health

• The role of nutrition, lifestyle, and sleep in emotional well-being

• Mind-body practices such as mindfulness, meditation, and breathwork

Integrating conventional treatment with supportive, non-pharmaceutical interventions

As a CIMHP, I look at the whole person—not just symptoms—when supporting mental health. This means we may explore how your diet, stress levels, movement, environment, and daily habits impact your mood, focus, and resilience.

The goal is to create a personalized, well-rounded treatment plan that aligns with your values, lifestyle, and health needs, helping you feel better not just emotionally, but physically and energetically as well.

Contact your insurance and ask if your plan offers out-of-network benefits for psychotherapy services.

Common CPT codes used in treatment:

90791 - Psychiatric Diagnostic Evaluation (intake session).

90834 - Psychotherapy 45 minutes.

90837 - Psychotherapy 60 minutes.

90846 - Family therapy without patient present (60 minutes).

90847 - Family therapy conjoint with patient present (60 minutes).

Please note - Your insurance also requires a diagnostic code, which will be determined after the intake.

All sessions are confidential unless written permission is given to me to discuss an issue with someone else (such as a medical doctor).  Please note that specific laws require a therapist to break confidentiality, such as child sexual abuse or threats of suicide/homicide. I use a HIPAA-compliant video platform — details provided on intake.

Please provide at least 24 hours’ notice to avoid being charged. If the cancellation is made within 6 hours of your scheduled appointment, you will be charged 50% of the fee, as that time slot will no longer be available to fill. If you do not show up to your appointment (without notification), you will be charged the full fee. This charge is your responsibility, as it cannot be billed to your insurance company.

No. Only a medical doctor can prescribe medications. However, I am able to make a referral to an appropriate doctor if you want/need medications.

It means I don’t see ADHD, autism, or other forms of neurodivergence as problems to be fixed. Instead, I honor your unique brain and experiences, and we work together to create strategies that align with your strengths and needs.

You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost.

 Under the law, healthcare providers must provide patients who don’t have insurance or are not using insurance with an estimate of the bill for medical items and services. You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs, such as medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees. Ensure your healthcare provider provides you with a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least one business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service. 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, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises