Where is your office located?
I work virtually with people across Washington State. Wherever you go, my office comes with you.
What do I do to get started?
Call me at (971) 251-0638 or fill out the form on my Contact page.
Do you accept insurance?
I currently accept Cigna, Aetna, Kaiser, Regence, Premera, and Lifewise insurance plans.
Can you help me file my insurance?
Before our first meeting, I will verify your benefits and bill your insurance for each session. You will be responsible for paying the fees associated with any co-pays or co-insurance.
What is a free initial phone consultation?
The consultation call is an opportunity for you to tell me about your hopes for therapy, get to know me, and ask any questions you might have. This consultation helps us determine if I might be a good fit for you.
What can I expect in the first session?
In the first session, you can expect me to outline the parameters of therapy and answer any questions you might have related to scheduling, billing, communication, and other practical aspects of our work together. After that, the time is yours. We’ll start with what feels most present to you.
What is therapy like with you?
Therapy is a discovery process. Especially in the beginning, it can feel confusing and uncomfortable. Usually, we want to pay attention to something that you ignored or pushed away for years.
When people describe the experience of sitting with me, they first mention the warmth of my presence. And I’m glad to hear that. We need the warm presence of caring when feeling emotionally dysregulated and disorganized.
Does anyone cry in front of you?
Yes. This work often evokes strong feelings. Tears of sorrow and joy are both common.
Do I have to tell you everything?
You don’t have to tell me everything. It’s helpful to practice describing your experience as you’re able. Verbally expressing your thoughts and feelings can help us reach a shared understanding and foster a sense of connection.
Finally, in the context of therapy, there are benefits to verbalizing things that feel unacceptable to speak about. But, no, you don’t have to tell me everything.
Is there anyone you won’t see as a therapist?
I refer clients to other practitioners when their issues are beyond the ability or scope of my practice or in cases where there is a conflict of interest.
Do you offer video or phone sessions?
I offer video sessions to all clients. We might move over to the phone if we encounter technical difficulties during a video session. I find that working over the phone can have its benefits. I am open to working regularly over the phone with clients who have already become established with me for a few months.
What else can I try to help myself?
There are many ways to support your work in therapy! Addressing nutritional/mineral deficiencies, improving sleep habits, connecting with others, practicing stress-reduction techniques, spending time outside (especially with bare feet on the ground), and getting regular exercise can support your sense of well-being.
How do I know if you are the right therapist for me?
The short answer: you don’t know. You may have a strong gut feeling one way or the other. And you may not. Feelings of uncertainty and ambivalence are common. You may only have a good sense of this after some time as you look back and reflect on our time together.
What do you enjoy about being a therapist?
Lots of things! I really enjoy witnessing clients come to recognize the beauty and strength they possess but couldn’t appreciate before. My clients remind me that I’m not alone in the experience of suffering, fear, longing, and confusion. I have faith in my own potential for growth and healing because I have witnessed it in the people I work with.
What is your educational background?
I studied theatre as an undergraduate and worked as an actor for a decade before training as a psychotherapist. I was drawn to both disciplines by a deep interest in the power of story and the foundationally human pursuit of personal expression and meaningful connection with others.
What is the best way to get in touch with you?
Call me at (971) 251-0638 or complete the form below.
Is your furniture comfortable?
One of the great things about telehealth is you get to pick the setting! I highly suggest choosing a comfy spot for our sessions. Therapy is hard work! Set yourself up for success by setting yourself down somewhere private and peaceful.
When you see people virtually, do you wear sweatpants?
No, I don’t wear sweatpants, but you won’t catch me in a tie, either. I wear the same thing in the office with folks; it’s some version of the typical, dressy-casual therapist outfit. I often leave off shoes when I work virtually. Feeling the floor beneath my feet helps me stay grounded in the unique “space” of telehealth.
Am I allowed to ask personal questions?
Of course, you can ask me anything! I may not give you a direct answer. We ask questions because we need something and want to connect with your genuine wants and needs. Exploring the question itself is often way more valuable than getting an answer.
I might instead ask you about your experience of curiosity. What does it mean to ask me this particular question, and what would it mean to you for me to answer it?
Which Hogwarts house are you?
The sorting hat had difficulty deciding between Ravenclaw and Hufflepuff.
