Frequently Asked Questions

Individual Therapy (60 Minutes): $165/session

A limited number of sliding scale spots are available: $125/session

I only accept self-paying clients at this time. However, if you have insurance, and your plan covers out-of-network benefits, I partner with a third-party company called Thrizer that can assist you for free with finding out the extent of your benefits, filing claims, and also will instantly reimburse you for claims rather than paying for sessions and waiting weeks for reimbursements.

Navigate to their website to easily check your benefits: https://www.thrizer.com/for-clients

Since I have a limited number of sliding scale spaces available, I want to ensure that those requesting a sliding scale spot are a good match for the therapy I provide. During a free 20 minute consultation we can discuss our fit for therapy. We will also have a conversation about your unique financial situation to determine if a reduced fee is appropriate. I do not require documentation, as I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is built on trust and integrity. I do ask that if you become a sliding scale client, that you inform me if your financial situation changes such that you can afford my full fee, so as to free up the space for another client who needs it.

I do not offer couples or group therapy at this time.

I work with individuals ages 18 and older.

I only offer in-person sessions. After years of providing telehealth, I’ve learned that extended screen time negatively affects my eyes and nervous system. Additionally, I strongly believe in the power of in-person connection and have found that the transformative effects of face-to-face sessions are greater than those conducted online.

• Free on-site and street parking available

• One wheelchair-accessible Type B parking space

• Bicycle parking located outside the building

• Single-story building with a 1-inch threshold at the entrance

• Hallways and doorways are wide enough to accommodate wheelchairs and scooters

• Two client bathrooms, large enough for a wheelchair, but not ADA-approved (no stability bars)

• Generally low sound levels, though occasional noise may occur in the waiting room due to children and families also being seen in the building

• Low lighting inside the building

• Occasional use of scented candles or incense, as the building houses multiple practitioners

• Therapy services offered only in English, with no ASL or second language support

Relevant Abridged Training List:
2025:
- Trauma and Resilience: A Buddhist Framework for Understanding and Resolving Trauma (8 hours)

2023:
- Everyday Mindful Creativity Playshop (3 hours)
- Suicide Prevention (9.75 hours)
- Neurodiversity and the Nervous System (2 hours)
- Advanced Flash Technique (6 hours)
- Flash Technique for Trauma (6.25 hours)

2022:
- Utilizing the Standards of Care Version 8 in your Gender Affirming Practice (1.5 hours)
- Hakomi Mindful Somatic Therapy: An Experiential Introduction (12 hours)
- Skills Training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (20 hours)

2021:
- The Profound Psychology of the Yogacara (8 hours)

2020:
- The Profound Psychology of the Yocacara (4 hours)
- Supervision: A guide for mental health professionals (6 hours)

2019-2021:
- Dharma Transmission Group with Florida Community of Mindfulness (3 Years, daily intensive training)

You don't need to be Buddhist or have any prior knowledge of Buddhism or meditation to work together, and there will never be any attempt to “convert” or change your understanding of your own spirituality. You could be atheist, follow a different religion, or practice your own form of spirituality.

The Buddhist psychological perspective is the foundation of how I understand the mind and reality, but I see it more as a framework for understanding the world rather than a religion. It offers valuable insights into alleviating suffering, both individually and collectively, which is why I integrate it into my therapy work. I choose to do so because I believe that secular mindfulness strategies, while helpful, can only provide temporary relief. When these practices are disconnected from their original context, they lose some of their power to create lasting change and true liberation from suffering.

But ultimately, our work together will focus on what is most relevant and meaningful to you, whether or not we incorporate spiritual elements into our sessions.

Yes! I identify as queer and non-binary :)

Yes! I am able to write gender-affirming medical care letters according to the WPATH Standards of Care Version 8. I can do this for clients who I am working with on an ongoing basis as part of our work together. I can also write letters for clients who are looking for a letter only, as long as I have availability on my schedule.

For folx looking for a letter only, this entails completing an out-of-session questionnaire that covers all the points needed in your letter, in order to save time in session. In session we will review your questionnaire for clarity, and discuss risks and benefits of the medical care you are seeking. I cannot guarantee a minimum session number or number of hours, as it will depend on how long it takes to review all your information together in order to gather all the data needed to meet criteria outlined in the Standards of Care. But I will do my best to complete this process in as short a timeframe as possible while also holding to industry-wide ethics codes. I will not be assessing your gender- only you can know how you identify. Before making an appointment, please have on hand what provider(s) you are hoping to work with, and their contact information so I know to whom I will address the letter.

If I do not have availability, and you are looking for a therapist for only assessment and letter writing, in one session, check out this list: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1mQo2vls2x1FeCihQmQ0FftY9x5jEvbHykZUWEijSRYQ/edit?gid=1891111308#gid=1891111308

Yes! For over 10 years I practiced polyamory in many, many different relationship configurations. In the last year or so I have shifted back to monogamy.

I also have had the privilege of working with a diverse range of individuals, couples, and polycules practicing non-monogamy as a therapist since 2017.

Yes! Inclusive therapy means therapy for everyone. However, since I can only work with a limited number of clients at a time, I want to ensure that we are a good fit for each other in other ways as well. If you’re not sure if we’d be a good fit, we can discuss it together!

As an individual therapist in private practice, without support staff or a access to a full treatment team, I may not be the best fit for clients who are currently experiencing suicidal crisis or have a recent historical pattern of suicidal or substance abuse crisis. Due to the nature of my practice, I am not available for on-call support. As I regularly attend mindfulness retreats, there are times when I am unreachable for many days at a time. Because of these limitations, I may not be able to provide the level of care that would be necessary for clients needing more intensive or immediate support than weekly therapy can offer.

I believe that psychiatric medication can sometimes be beneficial for managing mental health, depending on the person. It can be beneficial long term, or as a bridge to stability and eventual weaning off. The decision to integrate medication into your treatment is a deeply personal one, and it’s important that it aligns with your individual needs and values. I am open to having thoughtful conversations with you to explore your thoughts and feelings about medication, and to help you determine if and when it may be the right choice for you.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I’m not qualified to prescribe medication, but I can refer you to trusted professionals to be part of your treatment team.

My stance on drug use is nuanced—it depends on the substance and your relationship with it. I believe that certain substances, particularly within the class of hallucinogens, can have great therapeutic and medicinal benefits when used in an intentional way. Other drugs, when used in moderation, may also be fine, but this varies from person to person. Because psychoactive substances have a direct impact on the brain and body, it’s important that we consider your relationship with substances as part of treatment. If your therapeutic goals involve feeling better and substances play a significant role in your life, we would need to explore how your substance use might be impacting your mental health and overall well-being.

Yes! I have done extensive healing work myself, and continue to. I’ve been in and out of therapy since I was 16, working with many different therapists. I have also had the privilege of working closely with my Dharma teacher, who is also a former private practice therapist. In addition to therapy, I’ve attended numerous meditation retreats and continue to prioritize my own mindfulness practice. I meditate daily, participate in weekly sangha, and regularly attend retreats to deepen my personal practice. I also have both a therapist and a skilled body worker that I can meet with on an as-needed basis.