FAQs
You Ask - I Answer
Choosing an effective Mental Health Service Provider is like choosing a life partner - chemistry and trust are an essential combination in a successful relationship. Got questions? I’ve got answers! I go above and beyond to act as a safety net for my clients, and strive to make their experience as pleasant as possible. Take a look at some answers to the most frequently asked psychology-related questions and requests below.
"A rose can never be a sunflower, and a sunflower can never be a rose. All flowers are beautiful in their own way"
-Miranda Kerr
How long does each therapy session take?
There are several different session times to chose from. The shortest session time is 30 minutes, followed by 50 minutes, then 75 minutes, and finally 90 minutes. If you are an individual with moderate to severe anxiety, longer session times are available upon request.
What type of therapy do you use?
During session I only use evidence based practices. I utilize Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP), Exposure Therapy, Cognitive Therapy which are types of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
Do you offer sliding scale rates?
I believe therapy should be accessible to everyone and therefore offer sliding scale rates. At this time I only have the capacity to offer a limited amount of sliding scale rates. However, there is a running waitlist. Click here to add your name to the sliding scale waitlist.
Is therapy via video chat as affective as therapy in person?
Research shows that Telehealth therapy is as effective as in-person therapy, and it allows more people to have access to services.