Frequently Asked Questions
do you take insurance?
I do not currently accept insurance for in-person appointments.
I accept several insurance plans (Anthem, Aetna, HealthNet, MHN, Blue Cross, Blue Shield of California) for virtual appointments through an online platform. This is not a guarantee of coverage or availability. All plans need to be verified through the third party biller directly.
For in-person appointments — if you have out of network benefits, many PPO plans offer partial reimbursement (of up to 80%) for out-of-network mental health services. This means you could be paid back a significant portion of the cost of sessions after providing receipts to your insurance company for out-of-network reimbursement. You can check your out-of-network reimbursement benefits here.
Check here to book a consultation so we can discuss the options available and what would be the best fit for you.
what are your fees?
Individual therapy sessions are $200 for a 50-minute session.
Extended sessions may be billed at a slightly lower per-hour rate.
Reduced fees are available for those experiencing financial hardship.
How do I know if we're a good fit?
My work tends to resonate with women who are incredibly self-aware and know all of the things but find it hard to really integrate and embody the change they’re seeking. A willingness to slow down and get curious about what's happening for you, without over-thinking it, will go a long way in this process.
The best way to find out if we're a fit is to book a 20-minute consultation. There's no pressure to schedule an appointment or work together during the meeting — it’s just a conversation. I’m not salesy when it comes to my services and actually encourage people to sit and think about things after the consultation before moving forward.
What does a first session look like?
The first (few) sessions help me learn more about you. We'll talk about what brought you in, what you've tried before, and what you're hoping to change. I'll also start getting a sense of how your nervous system works — how you handle stress, where you tend to get stuck, and what your body does when things get hard. I encourage you to assess during the first few sessions if I'm the right fit for you.
DO WE HAVE TO MEET WEEKLY?
I recommend weekly appointments when we’re first starting to work together before dropping down to every other week or once a month. Weekly appointments provide consistency and stability, which helps build trust and rapport in our relationship. This stability in our relationship (and how much you trust and feel comfortable with me) is imperative before doing any kind of trauma work or psychedelic therapy. It’s important for you to feel held within the context of our work before being able to let go and go deeper.
How long does therapy typically take?
It depends on what you're working on and what you're hoping to get out of it. Some people come in with a specific issue and find significant relief in a few months. Others are doing deeper, longer-term work that may be rooted in developmental and attachment trauma and stay for a few years.
I don't believe in keeping people in therapy longer than they need — my goal is to work myself out of the job. We'll check in regularly on your progress and your needs, adjusting as we go.