Through the unbiased, unconditional support of a counselor, therapy can help in developing coping skills, minimizing symptoms, increasing confidence and self-esteem. Therapy can help you recognize, cope with, and communicate to others how you are feeling. It is important to note that it can be hard to open up about vulnerable topics. They might be things you have never talked or even thought about before. Dealing with these new emotions or thoughts can mean that sometimes it can get worse before it gets better. Your relationships with others might change as you learn more about yourself and grow. This can be hard, while also being important for your growth. While I encourage you to take this chance, it is a decision that ultimately you get to make.

In the first session, I will request that you arrive 10-15 minutes early to complete paperwork. I will call your name at your appointment time, review the paperwork with you, and get started! The first session tends to be a little closer to 60 minutes as I want to collect as much information about you as I can. I will ask more questions in this session than usual. Getting to know you as a whole person is important in the therapeutic process, so it’s helpful to start off with this information gathering. You do not need to bring anything to this session.

Payments can be made through check, cash, card, or Zelle. I also can currently accept insurance through Medicaid. Please note that you may have a specific HMO that I am not approved through. You will want to reach out to your insurance company to verify.

Sliding scale payments are offered if needed. This must be discussed prior to the first session.

This is up to you! Most clients find it helpful to begin with weekly sessions. This allows us a chance to get to know one another and follow-up on any changes. However, this can be adjusted at any point to match your needs. Some people see their counselor every other week, once a month, or even maintenance sessions as needed!

As a licensed professional counselor, I am not authorized to prescribe medications. In cases where I believe medication may be appropriate to consider, I will refer you to a physician for an assessment. For clients already under a physician’s care, I will work closely with that professional to ensure that care is coordinated.

It is important that you find a counselor that fits your needs. Just as there are people you don’t quite mesh with in real life, the same can happen with a therapist. I understand this fully and do not expect that everyone I meet with will continue to see me. I hope you will feel empowered enough to search for another counselor. There’s one out there for you!