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Frequently Asked Questions
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Therapy is a deeply personal experience, and it will look a little different for everyone. What stays the same is this: therapy offers you a safe, open space to share whatever’s on your mind—whether it’s current struggles, past experiences, or thoughts you’ve never spoken aloud. As a trained psychotherapist I’ll encourage you to speak as openly and honestly as you can. That’s how real insight and change begin.
Some people come to therapy for support with a specific challenge, and others choose longer-term work to explore deeper patterns or personal growth. We’ll find a rhythm that works for you—whether that means weekly sessions or meeting more often when needed.
It’s also important to know: therapy won’t always feel easy. Sometimes real growth can be uncomfortable. But this process is about supporting you—not just in understanding your struggles, but in building a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling.
What we work on in therapy isn’t meant to stay in the therapy room. It’s about helping you carry what you learn into your everyday life—so you can feel more grounded, more connected, and more like yourself.
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Yes. Many of my clients are professionals, leaders, creatives, and entrepreneurs who are navigating both external success and internal challenges. Therapy offers a place to slow down, reflect, and reconnect—without needing to perform or explain.
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Depth psychotherapy focuses on understanding patterns, beliefs, and emotions that often operate outside of your conscious awareness but still influence your thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. Rather than just addressing surface symptoms, this approach aims to explore underlying causes—helping you work through long-standing struggles, unresolved emotions, and deeper aspects of your identity.
Many clients choose depth psychotherapy when they're seeking:
Insight and self-understanding, not just symptom relief.
Lasting change, beyond quick fixes.
A more meaningful, authentic connection with themselves and others.
This process takes time but can lead to more profound and lasting personal growth.
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While my primary approach is depth-oriented, I use CBT techniques when helpful—especially for managing specific symptoms like anxiety or stress. Together, we’ll find the approach that works best for you.
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Both depth psychotherapy (also known as psychodynamic psychotherapy) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help you feel better—but they take different paths.
Depth psychotherapy
In psychodynamic therapy, we explore your thoughts, feelings, and past experiences to understand patterns that shape your life today. It's less about quick strategies and more about deep self-understanding. This approach can help you:
Make sense of emotional patterns.
Understand why certain issues keep coming up.
Create lasting change through greater self-awareness.
It’s a reflective, insight-oriented process that can take time but often leads to meaningful and lasting growth.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CBT is more structured and focused on the here-and-now. It helps you:
Identify unhelpful thoughts.
Practice new ways of thinking and behaving.
Use tools and exercises to reduce specific symptoms (like anxiety or depression).
CBT tends to focus on practical problem-solving and short-term goals.
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I don’t work directly with insurance companies, but I’m happy to help you use your out-of-network benefits. I can provide you with a superbill—a detailed receipt you can submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement.
Every plan is different, so it’s a good idea to contact your insurance company directly to understand your coverage. Here are some helpful questions you can ask:
What are my mental health benefits?
How much is covered per therapy session?
How many sessions are included in my plan?
What is the reimbursement rate for an out-of-network therapist?
Do I need approval or a referral from my primary care doctor?
I know navigating insurance can feel overwhelming—if you have questions about this process, I’m here to help guide you through it.
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Fees are dependent on the type and frequency of our work together.
Although I do not subscribe to any insurance panels, as a licensed clinician my services qualify for reimbursement, and may be covered in full or part by your health insurance plan. You may wish to check with your insurance company about accessing your out-of-network benefits, as you may be reimbursed from your carrier. As an “out-of-network” I collect fees directly from you and will provide you with a statement to file with your insurance claim for your personal reimbursement.
I do operate a sliding scale depending on the circumstance. For Founders, costs are dependent on stage of the venture—pre-seed, seed round, Series A etc.
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Yes. I offer a limited number of sliding scale spots based on financial need. My goal is to make therapy more accessible while maintaining a sustainable practice.
If cost is a concern, please feel free to ask about current availability for sliding scale rates. Together, we can discuss options that feel manageable for you.
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I reserve a time specifically for you each session. If you need to cancel or reschedule, please provide at least 24 hours’ notice to avoid being charged the full session fee.
Late cancellations and missed sessions without notice will be billed in full, as this time cannot be offered to another client.
If you’re sick or there’s an emergency, please reach out—we can discuss options like a telehealth session instead.
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Yes. What you share in therapy stays private. I take your confidentiality seriously—our sessions are a safe space where you can speak openly without fear of judgment or unwanted disclosure.
There are a few exceptions required by law, such as:
If there’s a serious risk of harm to you or someone else.
If there’s suspected abuse of a child, elderly person, or vulnerable adult.
If a court orders records to be released.
We can talk more about confidentiality during your first session, so you feel clear and comfortable.