Frequently Asked Questions
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When you arrive, you’ll find a comfortable sofa and a basket of fidgets and snacks to help yourself to. You may also log on from the comforts of your own space.
Many clients come in knowing exactly what they want to address. If you do, we’ll dive right in. If you don’t, that's completely okay, I will provide the prompts and direction to get us going.
My style is casual and conversational. I’ll ask questions to help you reflect and introspect, and I'll share insights alongside actionable tools and skills you can practice outside of our sessions. This is a real, human space, swearing, laughter, and tears are all a normal part of the process.
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I am eclectic in my use of therapeutic approaches, meaning I like to use elements from several based on needs and qualities of my client.
The main ones I draw from are:
Person-Centered / Rogerian:
A warm, nonjudgmental approach where you set the pace and we focus on creating safety so you can reconnect with your own inner wisdom.ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy):
Helps you make space for difficult thoughts and feelings while taking meaningful action aligned with your values.DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy):
Teaches practical skills to regulate intense emotions, tolerate stress, and communicate more effectively.CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy):
Identifies and gently challenges unhelpful thought patterns that fuel anxiety, depression, and self-criticism.Narrative Therapy:
Explores the stories you’ve absorbed about yourself and helps you reshape them in more accurate and compassionate ways.Existential Therapy:
Invites reflection on purpose, identity, freedom, and meaning so you can live more intentionally and authentically.Mindfulness & Compassion-Based Approaches:
Build awareness of your inner experience while softening self-judgment and strengthening emotional resilience.Yogic Integration:
Incorporates breathwork, body awareness, and layered mind-body wisdom to support nervous system regulation and promote a sense of connectedness and safety.*I am currently interested in and learning more about “parts work” which aims to better understand and care for the different “parts” of the self (like the inner critic, perfectionist, or anxious protector) so they don’t have to fight for control and you can feel more integrated and self-trusting.
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Shoot me a text, call, or email me 24 hours in advance to avoid late cancel or no show charge of $75.
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The length of therapy depends entirely on your specific goals and circumstances. Because healing is most effective when it happens on your own terms, we will always move at a pace that feels safe and sustainable for you.
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I typically recommend starting with weekly appointments to help build rapport and trust in our working relationship. As things begin to feel more manageable, we can transition to bi-weekly or monthly check-ins. That said, I understand that schedule, budget, and life circumstances play a big role, and we will always collaborate to find a frequency that works best for you.
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Yes, what you share in therapy is completely confidential. Creating a safe, private space is essential for us to do meaningful work together. Your privacy is protected by law, meaning I cannot share information about you or our sessions without your written permission.
However, as a licensed professional, there are a few legally mandated exceptions to confidentiality. I am required by law to break confidentiality only in the following safety situations:
Safety to Self or Others: If I have reason to believe you are at imminent risk of seriously harming yourself or someone else.
Abuse or Neglect: If I suspect or learn about the abuse, neglect, or exploitation of a child, elderly person, or vulnerable adult.
Court Order: In rare legal situations where a judge issues a subpoena or court order requiring records.
Aside from these specific safety boundaries, what happens in our sessions stays between us.