FAQs
How can therapy help me?
Therapy provides a safe, supportive space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Unlike talking to a friend, therapy offers an objective perspective from a trained professional who can help you identify patterns, build coping strategies, and address challenges with evidence-based approaches. It’s a place where the focus is fully on you — your growth, healing, and goals. Therapy isn’t just about solving problems; it’s also about uncovering strengths, fostering resilience, and creating meaningful change in your life.
What is EMDR?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based therapy designed to help process and heal from trauma. Using bilateral stimulation, EMDR helps the brain reprocess distressing memories, reducing their intensity and emotional impact.
The following is a summary from the International Association for EMDR (EMDRIA) website: EMDR is a structured therapy that encourages the patient to focus briefly on the trauma memory while simultaneously experiencing bilateral stimulation (typically eye movements), which is associated with a reduction in the vividness and emotion associated with the trauma memories. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is an extensively researched, effective psychotherapy method proven to help people recover from trauma and PTSD symptoms. Ongoing research supports positive clinical outcomes, showing EMDR therapy as a helpful treatment for disorders such as anxiety, depression, OCD, chronic pain, addictions, and other distressing life experiences.
How do I know I am ready for therapy?
You don’t have to have everything figured out to start therapy — readiness often comes from noticing that something isn’t working for you or that you’d like support navigating life’s challenges. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply curious about exploring your thoughts and emotions, therapy can be a helpful and supportive next step.
What should I anticipate in the first session?
Your first session is an opportunity to get to know each other and discuss your goals for therapy. We’ll explore your experiences, challenges, and what you hope to achieve. You can expect a collaborative, judgment-free environment where you’ll feel heard and supported, and together we’ll start shaping a plan that works for you. It’s perfectly normal to feel nervous prior to meeting, I will be there with you to walk you through the process.
Do you take insurance?
I currently accept Aetna, Horizon, and Cigna insurance plans. If you prefer not to use insurance, I also offer a self-pay rate of $175 per session. If you have an insurance carrier I am not currently in network with, I am happy to provide a superbill that assists with reimbursement from your insurance for out of network providers.
Please feel free to reach out if you would like to use an insurance provider not listed.
If you’re unsure about your coverage, I encourage you to check with your insurance provider to confirm your mental health benefits. I’m happy to provide guidance as needed to help you understand your options.
Do you offer virtual or in person?
I am currently only providing virtual sessions via telehealth, however I do hope to have an in-person location by 2026!