Frequently Asked Questions

"To be truly visionary, we have to root our imagination in our concrete reality while simultaneously imagining possibilities beyond that reality."​​

— bell hooks

  • How do I know if psychotherapy is right for me?

    If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or longing for deeper connection—with yourself or others—therapy can be a place to begin.

    You don’t need to be in crisis. Therapy can also support reflection, integration, and exploring new possibilities.

    Consider checking out this short video on how I imagine the process of therapy. If you find resonance, perhaps therapy is right for you at this time.

  • What are your areas of focus?

    I walk alongside folks navigating grief, loss, complex trauma, identity exploration, relational dynamics, and the impacts of systemic oppression.

    I’m especially passionate about supporting elders, those in end-of-life stages, those who have been pushed to the margins, and anyone who seeks healing grounded in collective liberation.

    My work is rooted in and committed to an anti-oppression, trauma-conscious framework: queer- and trans-affirming, fat-positive, sex-positive, sex worker-positive, disability-inclusive, critically conscious, and culturally responsive and humble.

  • Can you share more about how you work?

    I see therapy as a space to slow down and notice what’s unfolding at your pace, and to explore new possibilities for change.

    In our work together, we might:

    Notice patterns in your thoughts, emotions, and relationships

    Process feelings of grief, overwhelm, or uncertainty

    Reconnect with your body and emotional experiences

    Put words to what has been hard to name

    Explore what change or healing might look like for you

    We may also draw from somatic, creative, and nature-based practices to support your process, depending on what feels resonant.

  • Is everything I share confidential?

    Yes. Confidentiality is a cornerstone of our work together. There are a few legal and ethical exceptions (such as imminent risk of harm), which we’ll discuss fully at the start, so you have informed consent (which is and should be ongoing and supportive with any therapist you may choose to work with).

    More information on informed consent here.

  • How do I get started with you?

    I am able to see new clients and am practicing under supervision as an LMHCA.

    You’re welcome to reach out to learn more. We can begin with a free virtual 15-minute consultation to see if we’re a good fit.

  • I'm not quite ready for psychotherapy yet. Do you have recommended resources in the meantime?

    Yes, I am so glad you asked—I do! Check ‘em out here.

    You don’t have to do this alone, even if you’re not ready for therapy yet.

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Services Questions

  • 50-minute individual session: $145

    90-minute individual session: $205

    I also offer a limited number of reduced-rate spaces. If you would like to work together but my full fee is not financially possible, you are warmly invited to reach out and share what might be sustainable for you. You may share as much or as little about your circumstances as feels comfortable. Although I cannot always accommodate every requested rate, I will approach the conversation with transparency, respect, and care.

  • I work as a private-pay, out-of-network therapist and do not bill insurance directly. This means that sessions are paid for at the time of service.

    Keeping insurance outside the therapeutic relationship can offer greater privacy and more freedom to shape our work around your needs, rather than an insurance company’s definitions of what care is necessary, what we may explore, or how long therapy should last.

    I also recognize that therapy is a meaningful financial commitment, and I want to give some information about options.

    Some insurance plans, including many PPO plans, offer out-of-network mental health benefits. If yours does, you may be eligible to receive partial or even full reimbursement for our sessions. I can provide a superbill for you to submit, and I warmly encourage you to contact your insurance company to ask about your deductible, reimbursement rate, and any documentation they require.

    When therapy remains entirely outside insurance, you do not need to be given a diagnosis for billing purposes. If you seek reimbursement, however, your insurer may require a diagnosis or other clinical information.

  • All major credit cards are accepted. HSA/FSA cards are also accepted.

  • Yes. Cost is a real and structural barrier to therapy—not an individual failing.

    Several community-rooted and nonprofit resources are working to create more accessible pathways:

    The Loveland Foundation supports the healing of Black women, girls, and gender expansive people by helping fund up to 12 therapy sessions.

    The National Queer & Trans Therapists of Color Network has a Mental Health Fund that provides financial support for Queer and Trans Black, Indigenous, and People of Culture seeking therapy.

    The Asian Mental Health Collectiveperiodically opens two free therapy funds. The Lotus Therapy Fund supports Asian adults, while the Asian Organizers Therapy Fund supports Asian organizers whose labor helps sustain movements and communities. Both funds cover up to 8 sessions with an Asian therapist from the AMHC directory.

    Open Path Psychotherapy Collective is a nonprofit network of therapists who have chosen to offer care at reduced rates. After a one-time $65 membership fee, individual sessions range from $40–$70. While not free, it can offer a more sustainable path to ongoing therapy when standard private-pay fees are out of reach.

    Within my own practice, I also reserve a limited number of reduced-rate spaces. If you would like to work together but my full fee is not financially possible, you are warmly invited to reach out and share what might be sustainable for you. You may share as much or as little about your circumstances as feels comfortable. Although I cannot always accommodate every requested rate, I will approach the conversation with transparency, respect, and care.

  • I require at least 48 hours advance notice to cancel appointments. If you notify me less than 48 hours before our appointment, you are required to pay the full cost of the session or meeting.

  • I currently offer virtual therapy sessions, consultation groups, and other group gatherings. You must be in the state of Washington to receive therapy services from me.

    I use a HIPAA-compliant platform (Sessions Health), which is easily accessible from a computer, phone, or tablet.