Frequently Asked Questions
do you take insurance?
For in person appointments — I do not accept insurance.
If you have out of network benefits, many PPO plans offer partial reimbursement for out-of-network mental health services. I can provide you with a monthly superbill that you can submit to your insurance company for potential out-of-network reimbursement.
Not sure if your plan qualifies? You can check your out-of-network reimbursement benefits here.
For virtual appointments, I am able to accept a few insurance plans through a company called Octave Behavioral Health. Through Octave, we can meet virtually while utilizing Anthem, Aetna, HealthNet, and Blue Shield of California insurance plans. Please note, this is not a guarantee of coverage. All plans need to be verified and billed through Octave directly.
Check here to see if you might be eligible to have virtual sessions covered through Octave. Or book a consultation and I will refer you to them directly to have your benefits verified.
what are your fees?
Individual therapy sessions are $200 for a 50-minute session.
Extended sessions for Ketamine Assisted Therapy may be billed at a slightly lower per-hour rate.
A limited number of reduced fee spots are available for those experiencing financial hardship because finances should never be the sole barrier to receiving support. Reach out to inquire about reduced rates during times of 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 in your nervous system goes a long way.
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.