Working Together

  • I offer online (Telehealth) individual therapy for adults throughout California, and in person sessions in Auburn, California. My fee is $175 per 50-minute hour session.

    I accept cash, checks, and all major credit cards

    Insurance

    I do not accept insurance but can provide a monthly Superbill that you may submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement. Coverage and reimbursement rates vary, so it's important to check with your insurance provider in advance.

    Helpful questions to ask your insurance provider:

    • Do I have mental health or behavioral health benefits?

    • Does my plan include out-of-network coverage for therapy? If so, what percentage is reimbursed?

    • How many sessions are covered each year?

    • What is my deductible, and has it been met?

    Sliding Scale

    I believe therapy should be accessible whenever possible. While my practice is private-pay, I offer a limited number of sliding-scale spots for clients who may need a lower fee.

    To help you consider what may feel sustainable, you may find it helpful to reflect on your current financial circumstances. The framework below is adapted from The Green Bottle Method, a simple way to reflect on your current finances and determine where you fit on the sliding scale.

    Limited Resources
    Meeting basic needs such as food, housing, healthcare, and transportation may feel difficult or uncertain. If this reflects your situation, you may fall toward the lower end of the sliding scale.

    Moderate Resources
    Basic needs are generally met, though finances may still feel stressful, with limited flexibility for extras or unexpected expenses. This often aligns with the mid-range of the sliding scale.

    Ample Resources
    Basic needs are comfortably met, with room for savings, non-essentials, or occasional extras. If this best describes your situation, sessions are typically billed at the standard rate rather than the sliding scale.

    Paying the full fee when you’re able helps support the sustainability of the practice and allows me to offer reduced-fee spots to others in the community.

    Sliding-scale spots are limited, but I welcome open conversations about finances. If no sliding-scale openings are currently available, I’m happy to help explore other options or referrals.

  • No Surprise Act - Good Faith Estimate

    If you don’t have insurance or aren’t using your insurance for therapy, I’m required by law to give you a “Good Faith Estimate” (GFE) that shows the expected cost of your care.

    If your bill ever comes in $400 or more than the estimate, you have the right to challenge the charge.

  • I work with individuals navigating a range of challenges including:

    • Life transitions

    • Depression

    • Anxiety

    • Trauma

    • Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders

    • New parent transitions

    • Family of origin dysfunction

    • Difficulties with boundaries and relational patterns

    • Grief and loss

    • Identity, self-esteem, and personal empowerment

  • I use a variety of therapy approaches tailored to your unique needs and goals. Our work together is flexible and collaborative, focused on what feels most supportive for you. Some of the approaches I incorporate include:

    • Humanistic/Existential Therapy: Exploring meaning, values, and personal growth.

    • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing): A powerful method to heal from trauma and distressing memories.

    • Attachment-Based Therapy: Understanding how early relationships impact your current connections.

    • Family Systems Therapy: Looking at family dynamics and how they influence your well-being.

    • Psychodynamic Therapy: Exploring patterns from your past to better understand present challenges.

    • Parts Work: Exploring the different sides of yourself—each with their own feelings, needs, and roles. This approach supports healing by fostering compassion and balance among these inner parts, creating a greater sense of ease and wholeness.

    • Inner Child Work: Nurturing the younger parts of yourself that carry early experiences and emotions, creating space for healing, warmth, and self-acceptance.

    • Motivational Interviewing: Supporting your motivation and readiness for change.

    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Practical strategies to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.

    • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Learning to accept your experiences while committing to what matters most to you.

  • A big part of what makes therapy helpful is the relationship you have with your therapist—feeling safe, supported, and really understood can be just as healing as the work itself. My goal is to ensure you feel supported and that my approach is a good fit for your needs.

    We’ll begin with a brief phone call to discuss what you’re looking for, fees, scheduling, and any questions you have.

    Prior to your first session, you’ll receive intake forms to complete and return. These forms help me understand your background, current concerns, and goals so we can make the most of our time together from the very first session.

    In our first session, we’ll go over paperwork, explore what’s bringing you in, and begin setting goals together, while also checking in to see if working together feels like the right match for both of us. Sometimes, the best way I can support you is by connecting you with other trusted therapists who might be a better match for your needs.

    Starting therapy can feel like a big step—I'll guide you through the process in a way that feels clear, supportive, and approachable.