Frequently Asked Questions
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I see adults (18+) of all genders, sexual orientations, and identities. Notably, I am only accepting individual (one-on-one) therapy clients at this time.
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I meet my clients with empathy, compassion, and genuine respect for both the strength and the vulnerability involved in “doing” therapy.
I invite you to explore your thoughts, emotions, and behavior from a place of curiosity, as we make sense of your experience and move toward understanding and transformation.
My approach is present and collaborative, welcoming feedback - what’s working, what’s not - to help clients achieve their goals.
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I practice as a generalist across a broad range of psychological concerns.
Issues addressed: Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Loneliness, Grief & Loss, Adjustments & Transitions, Trauma, Coping Skills, Sexuality, Sleep & Insomnia, Burnout, Quality of Life & Life Satisfaction, Life-Altering Illness, Bereavement, Attachment & Intimacy, Resentment, Effective Communication, Dysfunctional Relationship Patterns, Conflict Resolution, Boundary Setting, Self-Worth, Identity, Emotional Intelligence, Parenting, Spirituality.
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Yes, I accept insurance. I am an in-network mental health provider with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), and UnitedHealthcare (UHC). I also provide superbills for partial reimbursement as an out-of-network provider. My session fee for private pay clients is $150.
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My psychotherapy services are offered in virtual format across Texas and New York. This means our sessions are held online through direct, secure, live-video connection without physically being in the same room. Virtual therapy is accessible and consistent, supporting a cohesive therapeutic process. It shares all the benefits of traditional therapy, and many clients find it more convenient, more affordable, and more comfortable than in-office visits. I use SimplePractice™, a HIPAA-compliant, HITRUST-certified practice management platform, the ‘gold standard’ of privacy and security, allowing you to safely connect from anywhere within Texas and/or New York.
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Confidentiality is one of the most important aspects of the psychotherapeutic relationship. Confidentiality fosters trust and safety, allowing clients to better share their happiest moments, their greatest fears and insecurities, and the most secretive or taboo parts of themselves. Everything that you share with me will remain confidential, and I will not disclose anything that we discuss to anyone unless I have your verbal and written permission.
Legally, federal standards (the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act/HIPAA) exist to protect your personal health information, and I am bound by the code of ethics of my profession (American Counseling Association/ACA Code of Ethics) to safeguard your privacy. However, certain exceptions apply for safety and legal reasons, such as incidents of abuse, court orders, and threats of harm to self or others. I will review these limits of confidentiality with you from the outset and strictly adhere to the ethics of confidentiality.
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Life is full, and unexpected things happen. If you need to cancel or reschedule, I simply ask for at least 24 hours’ notice. Because your session time is reserved specifically for you, appointments canceled with less than 24 hours’ notice - or missed entirely - are charged the full session fee.
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In 2022, a federal law called The No Surprises Act was incorporated into the Public Health Service Act to protect patients from surprise medical bills. If you do not have insurance, or plan not to use your insurance, for my services, I will provide you with a Good Faith Estimate. It is important to note that this is not a contract, just an estimate required by law, and I am beholden to offer you a revised Good Faith Estimate, if still needed, every 12 months. I am to inform you that if you ever receive a bill from me that is $400 over the Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute it here: https://www.cms.gov/medical-bill-rights. Please let me know if you have any questions.
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In accordance with Texas law (House Bill 4224 and Section 181.105 of the Texas Health and Safety Code), the following information is provided to help consumers understand their rights and available resources.
Requesting Your Health Care Records
You have the right to request a copy of your mental health records. To request your records, please submit a written request to your treating clinician. Requests may be made via email, secure client portal, or in writing. Records will be provided in accordance with Texas law and applicable privacy regulations. If you have questions about accessing your records, please contact our office for assistance.
Contacting the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (BHEC)
The Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council regulates licensed mental health professionals in Texas. If you have questions about licensure or professional standards, you may contact BHEC directly:
Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council – Contact Us
https://bhec.texas.gov/contact-us/
Filing a Consumer Complaint
If you wish to file a consumer complaint regarding mental health services, you may do so with the Texas Office of the Attorney General:
Office of the Attorney General – Consumer Protection
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If you feel at imminent risk of harm to yourself or others, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department. This practice does not provide crisis or emergency care.
For confidential crisis support, available 24/7:
Call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, a national network of over 200 crisis centers.
Text HOME to 741741 to connect with the Crisis Text Line, a global mental health organization.
