First decide if you want in-person sessions or online zoom therapy which is on a HIPPA compliant secure system. I can only offer therapy to California residents.

Next, complete the Get Started Form.

After our phone call, if it seems like a good fit, we will agree on a time to meet.

You will hold your appointment with a credit card done through IvyPay.

You will complete some documents online before you come to your session.

At your session, we will review your documents.

I will learn more about you and clarify some of the answers you wrote in your intake form.

At the end of session, I will review your goals and possible approaches to help you reach your goal.

Congratulations on beginning your journey to healing.

The first session is 55-60 minutes. Afterwards, your session time is 45-50 minutes. In the first session, I will discuss with you about the different therapy approaches that I use in our sessions. You will be asked to share personal details that will help me understand you better. These sessions are for you to work on what is getting in your way of living the life you want.

I use a variety of approaches. For issues that seem overwhelming and chaotic, I use brainspotting which is about helping you to change your moods based on where you focus on an eyespot. The other approaches are expressive arts such as drama therapy and making art. Also, I use nature therapy where we meet outdoors and interact with nature to address anxiety.

Your sessions typically are 45-50 minutes. For your first session, it may vary from 55-65 minutes.

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 11 am- 6 pm. Saturdays by appointment for nature therapy.

My fee is $235. Sliding scale is at low end of $180 for those financially qualified.

I take SHIP or I can provide an out-of-network provider superbill statement for you to submit to your insurance.

Children and young adults 19 and under. Substance abuse, bi-polar and personality disorders

If you are a California resident, you will use your computer or cell phone to meet online. Your sessions will be on a HIPPA compliant video platform which uses a secured technology to keep our sessions confidential.

I will send you a link called IvyPay to enter your credit card for payment.

Your time is unique and varies for everyone. I tailor my approach to meet you where you are at in regards to your pacing when reaching your goals and throughout your journey of healing, we will discuss your progress towards your goals.

Whether this is the first time you are seeking support or you’ve been on your healing journey for a while, I am honored to partner with you in your mental health path to contentment.

I require at least 48 hours notice from your appointment time for cancellation. If you don’t come to your session that was reserved for you, you will be charged your full fee regardless of the reason for not coming. If you are using insurance, your insurance will not cover your missed visit and you will be responsible for the payment of the session.

Please call 988 if you are in need of calling someone about your distress. It is a suicide and crisis lifeline.

Recommended Books:

Brainspotting by David Grand

The Body Keeps The Score by Bessel van der Kolk

Anchored by Deb Dana

The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt

Websites:

https://brainspotting.com/news/

www.hsperson.com

When you agree to be my client, you have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your mental health care will cost.

Under the “No Surprise Act” of 2022, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the expected charges for psychotherapy services.

You can ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule a service.

After you schedule an appointment, a Good Faith Estimate document will be sent electronically to you.

If you receive a bill from me that is at least $400 or more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate document.
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises

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