Frequently Asked Questions

  • Online therapy or “Telehealth” is a way to provide mental health services via the internet. Sessions are conducted over a secure platform called Simple Practice, which is similar to Zoom.

  • No. At this time I only offer online sessions.

  • Yep! I offer a free 15 minute phone or video consultation to see if we are a good fit and to answer any questions you may have.

  • No, at this time I am only able to accept self-pay for sessions, as I am considered and out-of-network provider for all insurances.

    Some (but not all) insurances will reimburse you for services rendered out-of-network. In this case, I can provide a “Superbill” for the services you receive and pay out of pocket for to request reimbursement and/or application to your yearly deductible.

    If you want to seek out-of-network benefits, I recommend calling your insurance provider to verify your benefits before your intake appointment. Here are some questions to ask when calling your insurance provider:

    • Do I have out-of-network benefits for Outpatient Mental/Behavioral Health services?

    • Do you cover said services via Telehealth?

    • Will you reimburse me for said services if I pay out-of-pocket and submit a Superbill? How do I submit these claims for reimbursement?

    • Are said services subject to my yearly deductible?

    • Do I have co-insurance for Outpatient Mental/Behavioral Health services?

    • Do I have a maximum or yearly cap on the amount of sessions I am covered for?

    It is important to note that Couples Counseling is not usually covered by insurance, and those sessions will be billed out-of-pocket at the full rate.

  • Having a Marriage and Family Therapy background, I tend to work mostly with individuals and couples. In individual therapy, I have worked with folks navigating mood disorders such as anxiety and depression, life transitions, disordered eating, body image concerns/self-worth, or navigating difficult interpersonal relationships.

    In couples counseling, I work with folks who are looking to deepen their bond with their partner, navigating communication difficulties, and supporting folks in new conflict resolution skills.

    I also offer premarital counseling and pre-commitment therapy for those getting ready to take the next step in their relationship. I am a queer neurodivergent woman, and I love to work with people in my same communities. I work to create a space that is safe and inclusive for marginalized identities.

  • It is important that I as a therapist provide services within “my scope of practice.” Due to this, there are some areas that I do not offer services in.

    • Family therapy.

    • Therapy for minors under 18 years of age.

    • I do not write letters for Emotional Support Animals (ESA), conduct legal evaluations, or provide psychological assessments.

    • I also do not provide treatment for primary concerns such as substance abuse, psychotic disorders (ie. Schizophrenia), or Sexual Recovery Services (SRS), though there may be some secondary concerns related to these issues.

    Due to state licensure laws, I can only provide services for people physically located in the State of Washington at the time of the session.

  • The first session of therapy is referred to as the “intake.” Here we will go over basic items such as:

    • Practice policies

    • Confidentiality and limits to confidentiality

    • Navigating potential technical issues

    • Any questions you have about the intake packet and process

    Some main areas of focus in this session are:

    • Getting to know one another.

    • Learning about what has brought you into therapy and the history of these concerns.

    • Assessing for any presenting diagnoses.

    • Assessing for any safety concerns and establishing safety measures if necessary.

    It is incredibly important that you feel comfortable and heard by your therapist. This first sessions is an opportunity to see if you and I are well suited to continue in our therapeutic relationship.