FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I offer a free 15-minute initial phone consultation prior to setting up your appointment. $175 per 50-minute session for adults and families (45-minutes for adolescents). I accept cash, checks, and all major credit cards. I also accept Health Savings Account (HSA) Or Flex Spending cards. Although I am not contracted with any insurance company, you may be able to receive out of network reimbursement from your insurance plan, particularly if you have a PPO. I will provide you with the necessary paperwork to submit to your insurance company. Here are some helpful questions to ask your insurer: •Do I have mental health coverage for an out-of-network provider? •Do I have a yearly deductible I must meet before being eligible to receive benefits? •How many sessions are allowed per calendar year? Your appointment has been specially reserved for you, if you miss your scheduled appointment and have not notified me at least 24-hours in advance, you will be required to pay the full fee of the missed session.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Taking the first step to seek out therapy means you have already made several observations about yourself. You may notice that you are at a place in your life where your days feel more difficult than usual and your relationships with others may be suffering. For adults, treatment is optimal if we are able to meet once per week. With teens, I will meet with parents and the teen during the first session (together and separately). From there, I prefer to meet with the teen alone and then meet with parents every 4-6 weeks to inform them on progress. This allows time to develop a trusting relationship with me, which is crucial for working on the presenting problem. The first step is to message me here and we can set up a time to speak briefly over the phone to set up an appointment. I look forward to speaking with you.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I received my Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University. I am committed to professional development and participate in ongoing training with the most innovative psychologists in the field of couple and individual therapy. •Level 3 Gottman Couples Therapist •Advanced Training with The Couples Institute •Training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) •Nationally Certified School Psychologist •Certified Grief Recovery Specialist •Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator •Intensive Training in Gestalt Play Therapy •Dan Wile Collaborative Couples Therapy Intensive