I like to describe my sessions as laidback, but professional. I also like to describe my approach as gently guiding. If you come in with a mission and goals already- we start there- but maybe you’re not sure how to start or where to go- I can help guide you towards figuring this out. The first session, we usually start with a general intake form to figure out what you are coming in for and how I can help you. Then, we move forward with identifying goals

I mainly work from a cognitive behavioral therapy perspective that focuses on our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors correlating with each other between situations and how those are affected by past experiences, trauma, grief, triggers, or how we were raised. I tell people that our past, or our story, is really important, but the here and now is where we want to end up being to move forward.

One thing that is important for my practice/business is transparency and authenticity. The price of sessions are from factoring in my education/training, experience in the mental health field, time, being similar to other counseling services, and the cost of running a business. If your insurance plan is accepted, you are welcome to use that as well.

That is totally okay. I know it’s a lot to commit to sometimes, and sometimes I may not be exactly what you are looking for after you see me. I know there are other options and services available in the area. You never have to commit to more than one session at a time. There are never hard feelings or awkward goodbyes, if services aren’t right for you or you’re looking for something else. I will always be happy to provide you more options or referrals.

Everyone is different in how many sessions they may want or need. I had some people just come for a few months because that’s all they need. Or I sometimes have people be in therapy for years. Typically 8-10 sessions is average and we assess as we go along on what is needed. If you want/need less or more than the average, it doesn’t mean anything is wrong with you, nor is it a problem. I typically recommend starting to come to sessions weekly to help with a routine, but it is also common to come every two weeks as well.