Frequently Asked Questions

Where is your office?

I have office space in Santa Cruz conveniently located with plenty of parking.

Are you taking Covid safety precautions?

Yes. I am fully vaccinated and have several safety measures I take in the office space. Before your first session, we can discuss the measures that would work best in your situation.

Can we do therapy virtually?

Yes. I offer services through a secure online platform.

What is your rate?

• FREE 15 minute phone consultation

• $155 ~ 50 minute individual session

Do you bill insurance?

I am an out-of-network provider and I am not currently able to bill your insurance for you. However, some or all of the cost could be covered by your health insurance, if you have outpatient mental health coverage. I can provide you with a monthly billing statement if you would like to submit it to your insurance company for reimbursement. My billing statement does not guarantee reimbursement from your insurance company. Always check directly with your insurance company about your coverage. Fees you pay for therapy services that are not reimbursed by insurance may be deductible as medical expenses.

What forms of payment do you accept?

I accept cash, personal check, and most major credit/debit cards through a secure online client portal.

Do you offer a sliding scale?

Yes, I have some sliding scale openings in my practice. If you feel your financial circumstances might qualify you for a sliding scale rate please contact me to discuss your situation.

Do you work with kids?

I work with ages 12 and older.

What can I expect at our first counseling session?

To start I offer a free 15 phone consultation so that you can hear a little about me and explore if I would be the right therapist for you.

If we decide to work together we will schedule our first session. I will email you a link to my online client portal where you will complete and e-sign the intake forms. Before our first session, I will read over what you’ve shared.

Our first session will be focused on getting to know each other and identifying your goal for therapy. We will work together to determine the best approach to help guide the process towards your goal. I encourage clients to share their hopes and expectations for pace and outcomes.

What does the research say about EMDR therapy?

EMDR therapy is extensively researched and widely recognized as effective trauma therapy. EMDR therapy is recognized as evidenced-based treatment for PTSD and other trauma and stressor disorders in treatment guidelines published by the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies, the World Health Organization, and a growing number of national and international organizations. To learn more explore the research listed on this page from the EMDR International Association.

How can I learn more about what an EMDR session would be like?

A typical EMDR therapy session lasts from 60-90 minutes. EMDR therapy may be used within a standard talking therapy, as an adjunctive therapy with a separate therapist, or as a treatment all by itself. Review this page on the EMDR International Association website to learn more.

What is your cancellation policy?

If you are unable to attend a session, please make sure you cancel at least 24 hours in advance. Otherwise, you will be charged for the full rate of the session.