common questions
How do I know if therapy is right for me?
You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy.
Many people come to therapy not because something is “wrong,” but because something no longer fits. You may feel stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected from yourself, or uncertain about what comes next.
Therapy can offer space to slow down, make sense of your experience, and begin moving toward a life that feels more aligned with who you are becoming.
What issues do you help with?
I work with adults navigating experiences such as:
Grief and loss
Major life transitions
Midlife identity shifts
Relationship changes, divorce, or empty nesting
Anxiety, overwhelm, and burnout
Questions of meaning, purpose, and reinvention
You don’t need to fit neatly into a category to reach out. Often people come in simply knowing: something needs to change.
What is your approach to therapy?
My approach is relational, thoughtful, and collaborative.
I draw from psychodynamic therapy, family systems, narrative therapy, trauma-informed care, and mindfulness-based approaches. I also integrate insight-oriented work that helps uncover the patterns, stories, and protective strategies that shape how you move through the world.
I believe healing happens not only through insight, but through compassionate curiosity and meaningful change.
What does “becoming” mean in therapy?
Becoming is not about reinventing yourself into someone entirely new.
It is the ongoing process of shedding what no longer fits, grieving what has been lost, and growing into a life that feels more aligned with who you truly are.
At times, becoming feels expansive and energizing. At other times, it feels uncertain, disorienting, or painful.
Therapy can help you stay present to that process with greater clarity, compassion, and courage.
Do I have to know exactly what I want to work on before starting?
Not at all.
Many people begin therapy with only a vague sense that they feel off, stuck, restless, or unlike themselves.
Part of our work is discovering what’s underneath that feeling together.
What happens in the first session?
The first session is a conversation.
We’ll talk about what brings you to therapy, what feels difficult right now, and what you hope might be different. You’re also welcome to ask questions about me, my approach, and what working together might feel like.
There is no pressure to share everything immediately—we move at a pace that feels safe and respectful.
How often will we meet?
Most clients begin with weekly sessions, which helps create consistency and momentum.
Over time, depending on your needs and goals, we may adjust frequency.
How long does therapy take?
There’s no universal timeline.
Some people come for support around a specific transition. Others stay longer to explore deeper patterns and create more lasting change.
Therapy is not about rushing—it’s about meaningful movement.
Do you offer virtual therapy?
Yes. I offer secure online therapy for clients located in Colorado and Oregon.
Telehealth allows you to access therapy from the comfort and privacy of your own space and research consistently shows that telehealth therapy is just as effective as in-person therapy.
Do you take insurance?
Yes. In Oregon, I currently accept United Health Care/Optum, Moda, Aetna, Regence, Pacific Source, Medicaid, Providence.
In Colorado, I am an out-of-network provider and do not bill insurance directly. Payment is due at the time of service, and I can provide a superbill for possible reimbursement if your plan includes out-of-network mental health benefits.
What are your fees?
Individual therapy sessions (50 minutes): $175
I’m happy to discuss fees and payment policies during a consultation.
What if we’re not the right fit?
Finding the right therapist matters.
Therapy works best when you feel safe, understood, and able to be honest. If it becomes clear that another therapist would better support your needs, I’ll help with referrals whenever possible.
How do I get started?
Starting is simple.
Reach out through my contact form and we can schedule a consultation call over email. We’ll talk briefly about what you’re looking for and whether working together feels like a good fit.
You don’t have to have everything figured out before reaching out.