Frequently Asked Questions

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General Questions

My current session rate is listed here.  I am a private-pay provider and do not accept insurance. However, I can provide a superbill you can submit to your insurance company for potential out-of-network reimbursement.

Sessions are 50 minutes long and are scheduled weekly or biweekly depending on your needs.

Yes — I offer both. Most of my therapy sessions take place in person in my Gig Harbor office. You can meet with me in-person at my Gig Harbor office or via secure video platform for telehealth, if you live and reside in Washington state.

Individual Therapy FAQ

I support clients with anxiety, ADHD, trauma, grief, religious harm, relationship struggles, identity shifts, and more. Individual therapy is a space to reconnect with yourself and create meaningful change — on your own terms.

Yes. I have extensive experience working with ADHD, autism, sensory sensitivity, and other forms of neurodivergence. I take a strengths-based, affirming approach — you never need to mask or “perform” here.

That depends on your goals. Some people come for short-term support around a specific issue; others benefit from longer-term exploration. We’ll talk about this together and make a plan that fits.

Therapy for Teens FAQ

Yes, therapy is most effective when the teen is open to the process. If a parent initiates contact, I’ll always ask if the teen is on board and ready to participate. Consent and willingness are essential.

It depends, you will be included when helpful. While sessions are private and confidential, I may meet with parents at times to offer support, answer questions, or collaborate, always with the teen’s knowledge and consent.

Yes. Therapy is a private space for your teen to talk freely. I will always maintain confidentiality unless there is a risk of harm to the teen or others, in which case I will take appropriate steps to ensure safety.

Family Therapy FAQ

Family therapy brings two or more members together to explore communication, boundaries, conflict, and connection. It’s not about blame — it’s about understanding each person’s experience and finding new ways to relate.

That depends on your goals. Sometimes we’ll meet as a full family; other times in smaller combinations. We’ll decide together based on what feels most useful and safe for everyone involved.

Not necessarily, but therapy works best when there’s a shared willingness to participate. I’ll work with you to explore who should be involved and how we can build trust step by step.

Relationship & Couples Therapy FAQ

I work with all types of relationships, dating, long-term, married, queer, polyamorous, and more. If you’re navigating a relationship and want to deepen your connection, this space is for you.

Absolutely. Many couples come to therapy for clarity, whether that means repairing the relationship or deciding to part with care. Both paths are valid and supported here.

I encourage both partners to be on board for couples work. If one person isn’t ready, we can explore individual therapy first to support you until joint work makes sense.

Sex Therapy FAQs (for individuals and relationships

Not at all. Sex therapy can support individuals who are navigating shame, trauma, desire, sexual identity, or changes in their sexual wellbeing. You don’t have to be partnered to do this work.

Yes. Desire discrepancy is a common reason couples seek therapy. We’ll explore it without blame, and work together to rebuild understanding, safety, and shared connection.

People come to sex therapy for all kinds of reasons, such as shame around sexuality, painful sex, lack of pleasure, changes after childbirth or menopause, issues related to gender or orientation, exploring kink or non-monogamy, and much more. All of you is welcome here.