Frequently Asked Questions

  • Call me at 510-694-1511 to arrange a time to chat on the phone for a free 15 minute information session or complete the contact form here.

  • 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 types 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.

  • 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 technical device 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.

  • 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.

  • Recommended Books:

    Brainspotting by David Grand

    The Body Keeps The Score by Bessel van der Kolk

  • 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