FAQs
Do You Offer online therapy?
Yes, I do. In fact, I’ve converted my therapy practice to all online therapy for residents of Maryland and Delaware. We meet through a HIPAA compliant online portal.
Where are you located?
Although I no longer have a brick and mortar space, I can see clients who reside in Maryland and Delaware. We meet virtually through my online portal.
Do you use Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Yes, if you have some experience with IFS, and are interested in working with your parts I offer one hour sessions.
Do you take insurance?
I don’t accept insurance. I do provide Superbills to help facilitate accessing Out of Network benefits, when they are available through your insurance provider. I also accept HSA/FSA and credit cards for payment.
How much do your services cost?
I charge $250 for the first hour long session and $185 for our ongoing 45-minute sessions.
IFS sessions are one hour @ $250.
I accept Credit Cards, including FSA and HSA cards.
Financial concerns? I'm also affiliated with Open Path Psychotherapy Collective, a nonprofit leader in helping people access affordable, high quality psychotherapy services.
Why does therapy cost so much?
The specialized therapies I offer require extensive training, personal and financial investment, and active learning, experiencing, and practicing so that I can offer them to you. It’s important for me to stay up-to-date and well informed, and it’s required by my state licenses.
For clients, therapy is also a significant investment in time, money, and emotional energy.
It’s important for you to weigh the financial cost and time commitment of therapy. Because financial security impacts your mental health! I believe you’re worth the investment in your well-being.
However, if working with me isn’t the right choice for you due to finances, I understand. It’s important to ensure you’re able to meet your other financial obligations while engaged in therapy. Please weigh carefully the costs and potential benefits of beginning therapy at this time.
I encourage you to consider other therapy options if working with me is not possible. Your mental health is a priority.
What goes on in counseling?
We talk, laugh, cry, celebrate victories and process troubled experiences. A lot of what happens depends on you and what your goals are. I'll be present with you in each session, listening, supporting, providing insight, and encouraging you as you progress through your journey.
I believe that all of your wounded parts deserve to be seen and heard in order to heal.
How often do we meet?
This depends on both of our schedules! Initially, I recommend once per week. It helps the therapy work progress more quickly.
Do you tell my doctors or family what goes on in therapy?
Only if you want me to. If there are concerns that you feel should be communicated directly to your physician or family I'm happy to do it, but I'll only share what you want me to. There are some exceptions/limitations on what information is shared and with whom, and we will discuss that in greater detail when you begin therapy.
Do I have to lie on a couch and talk the whole time?
You can lie on your own couch if you want, but I like being able to see you face!
You'll probably do most of the talking, but I won’t sit silently. I'll provide support, education, encouragement, and humor when appropriate. I might also guide you in a meditation from time to time if you're game!
Are you going to try to tell me what to do or how to think?
Nope, I'll work with you towards better understand your parts that might make it hard to navigate a problem. You know how you feel and you’ll be the guide.
How does therapy help?
What a great question! Therapy can help you to manage your stress and anxiety in healthier ways. It provides a safe, non-judgmental space to listen to and heal your wounded parts. We might also explore alternative grounding and relaxation strategies.
Do you see couples? Or children?
No I don’t, but I have amazing colleagues who do! I do individual therapy for adults. If you need couple's or children's therapy you can contact me for possible referrals!
If you're ready to make some changes, to live your life with more purpose, to feel more connected to your Self energy and to others I'm ready to work with you!
