What type of counselor are you?​

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and an HSP Knowledgeable Therapist providing individual counseling for preteens, teens, and adults in the state of Washington and Montana.

I work with individuals who are experiencing depression, perfectionism, ADHD, PTSD, work and/or school related stress, anxiety, grief, life-transitions, self-esteem, and the complexities of relationships. 

​What models of therapy do you use in counseling?

I offer a Humanistic and Integrative therapy approach to counseling. This gives me flexibility to use different techniques from various therapeutic models. The combination of Humanistic and Integrative therapy offers unconditional positive regard and personal growth.

With that in mind, I weave Jungian psychology, Depth psychology, Interpersonal therapy and Transpersonal psychology into your session. In addition, I use DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills) to encourage mindfulness, manage distress, regulate emotions and to build better relationships.

How will we meet?

My private practice is online. I use Zoom for video sessions and a landline for phone sessions. You will need an internet connection to access the Zoom platform.

I treat our video and phone sessions as I would in-person and that is with respect and professionalism. 

​In case of technology failure, we can coordinate and continue our session via phone. You must be at a location such as home or in a private place located within the state of Washington or Montana. Sessions cannot be conducted while you are driving a vehicle. There will be no recordings of our sessions. 

​What are your virtual office hours?

My office hours are Monday-Thursday 9:30 am-5 pm. Cancellations, rescheduling, or a question will be returned within a few hours. Emails received after 5pm will be returned the next business day. Emails received Friday-Sunday will be returned on Monday.

What are your fees? How are payments collected? 

My individual counseling fee and/or parent consultation fee is $150 for a 60-minute session and $180 for a 75-minute session.

​Preteens and teens (after we've established a therapeutic relationship) have the option for 30-minute ($80) check-in sessions.

​Credit card and/or HSA payments are accepted via HIPAA-Secure Ivy Pay. I offer a limited number of reduced rates. Please ask me. ​

What insurance companies do you accept?

I am a provider for Wellspring EAP. Otherwise, I currently do not participate with any healthcare insurances. I'm out-of-network vs. in-network.

​However, I provide a monthly invoice called a superbill. You may submit this form to your insurance. Please check your coverage for out-of-network providers. You may receive reimbursement for your counseling services.

What is the 'No Surprise Act' & Good Faith Estimate?

In compliance with the No Surprises Act, which went into effect January 1, 2022, all healthcare providers are required to notify clients of their federal rights and protections against “surprise billing.” This Act requires that we notify you of your federally protected rights to receive a notification when services are rendered by an out-of-network provider, if a client is uninsured, or if a client elects not to use their insurance. 

Additionally, we are required to provide you with a Good Faith Estimate of the cost of services. Please note, it is difficult to determine the true length of treatment for mental health care. However, each client has a right to decide how long they would like to participate in therapy. The fee for your sessions is outlined in your Informed Consent/Service Agreement for Teletherapy. 
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  • You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. 

  • Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service.

  • If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.

  • Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 800-985-3059.​

Mental Health Emergency

If you are having a mental health emergency, please consider contacting 911 or having someone take you to the emergency room. 

For immediate help in times of emotional crisis for you, your family, or friends in need, you may also call the 24-Hour Crisis Line: 866-427-4747. 

Connections Kirkland Walk-in Mental Health Facility 24/7: 425-650-4005, 11410 NE 122nd Way, Kirkland, WA 98034. 

​Providence Regional Behavioral Health Center:
425-261-4210, 1330 Rockefeller Ave, Ste. 140, Everett, WA 98201