My approach &

what to expect in therapy

My Approach

Therapy should be a space where you feel completely comfortable to share, be authentic, and explore life’s experiences openly, including the memories, thoughts, behaviors, and emotions that shape your daily life. While therapy can be heavy at times, it can also be engaging and even fun. I believe in incorporating your strengths, interests, sense of humor, and the pop culture references that reflect your real, lived experience. I love when clients bring in books, movies, podcasts, or other media that feel meaningful to them, and it often helps us connect insights to everyday life.

As a therapist, I’m always learning and evolving. I draw from theories and interventions that best fit each client’s needs, but I most often lean on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Gestalt Therapy, and Mindfulness practices. These approaches emphasize how the mind, body, and behaviors are interconnected, and how understanding those links can support lasting wellness and growth.

In our first session, you can expect to spend time exploring your story as a whole, including your mental health history, cultural influences, family dynamics, and the supportive experiences that have shaped you. Together, we’ll create clear, achievable goals that will guide our work and provide direction throughout your therapy journey. Clients typically meet with me weekly, and we’ll continue for as long as it effectively supports your growth and progress toward those goals.

Between sessions, I often provide activities, skills, or practices to help you continue your healing and self-awareness outside of the therapy space.

I deeply believe in the power of connection and the courage it takes to begin therapy. It’s always an honor to walk beside my clients as they learn, heal, and continue to bloom into the person they’re meant to be.

FAQs

  • You can request a session directly with me by clicking here . Once submitted, you’ll receive confirmation and any next steps needed to get started.

  • Yes! I offer a complimentary 15-minute consultation call so we can briefly connect, discuss your goals, and see if we’re a good fit. You can request a call by reaching out to me here.

  • All sessions are currently offered virtually through a secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform. You can join from your phone, tablet, or computer from anywhere in California.

  • Individual, couples, and family sessions are typically 53-55 minutes.

  • Yes, I accept insurance through Headway. You can verify your coverage and book directly with me here. Some insurances I commonly accept are Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Magellan, and Quest Behavioral Health.

  • Yes, I also accept private pay clients. Rates vary depending on session type and length. For more information on services and pricing, click here.

  • You’re welcome to cancel or reschedule your appointment at no charge with at least 24 hours’ notice. Cancellations made with less notice, or missed sessions, are subject to a $100 fee. Exceptions may be made in cases of medical emergencies or other unavoidable circumstances.

  • Communication between sessions is limited to general scheduling or logistical questions. Therapeutic topics are best discussed during our sessions, where there’s time and space to process them fully and ensure your privacy.

  • If you’re experiencing a mental health emergency or crisis, please call 988 or go to your nearest emergency department. I do not provide crisis or emergency services outside of scheduled sessions.

  • That’s completely okay! Many of my clients are new to therapy. My role is to guide you through the process at your pace and make sure you feel safe and supported every step of the way.

  • If you’re feeling stuck, stressed, or ready for change, therapy can help you gain clarity, build coping tools, and reconnect with yourself. Therapy is right for anyone who’s ready to take an honest, compassionate look at their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. All you need is the willingness to begin!