Therapy FAQs

Most people feel nervous when they begin therapy and decide to embark on making some kind of change, so you may experience some anxiety. You can expect that we will work together, as therapy is a shared and collaborate process. I will not have the answers to all your concerns, but I do have the ability to listen carefully and ask thoughtful questions to help you consult your own inner wisdom. I may offer you skills or tools that I feel will help you move in the direction you want.

You’ve probably seen on my site by now this mention of a free phone consultation. A consultation call is an intentional and collaborative process that allows both of us to get a feel of the other and determine if my style and skills and your goals and challenges align. We chat for about ten to fifteen minutes about what is going on with you and what is bringing you to therapy. You get to ask me questions, then we both decide if we’d like to proceed to scheduling an initial session. If one or both of us feels it isn’t a good fit, then I’m happy to offer you referrals to someone else who I think may be better aligned with what you need and are looking for.

The first therapy session is focused on getting to know you and understanding what brings you to therapy.

We’ll talk about what you’re struggling with, what you’re hoping for, and any relevant background that helps contextualize your experiences. You can ask questions, share concerns, and get a feel for whether the space feels comfortable.

You don’t need to have everything figured out before your first session. It’s okay to start therapy feeling unsure, nervous, or overwhelmed.

It’s completely okay if you’re not sure what to talk about — that’s part of the process.

Some sessions are focused and specific, while others are more exploratory. We can start with what feels present that day, what’s been lingering, or even the uncertainty itself.

You don’t need to perform, prepare, or “do therapy right.” Showing up as you are is enough.

I provide individual and group therapy for adults. I primarily work with women and LGBTQIA+ folks. I specialize in working with adults dealing with anxiety and stress, codependency and people-pleasing tendencies, substance abuse concerns, issues with self-worth, relationships issues, and perfectionism. I do not provide counseling for children, teenagers, couples, or families.

No, I do not accept any insurance. I am private pay only.

That being said, I can provide you with a “superbill” - a kind of receipt or invoice you submit to your insurance if you are seeking reimbursement.

I have just begun using Mentaya, a service that helps you submit these superbills to your insurance for Out of Network reimbursement.

Please note that submitting an insurance claim means I will likely need to give you a mental health diagnosis, which we will discuss together in session.

I charge $190 per 50-minute session. I am private pay, meaning I do not accept insurance. I do offer several sliding scale slots. I accept credit cards and HSA/FSA cards. I will ask to keep a credit card on file in case of missed sessions and for ease of charge if you choose to pay by card. My groups typically range between $55-$67/session.

I was trained in traditional talk therapy, which I still use, but I also incorporate Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), and Exposure Therapy (ERP).

I have a humanistic, person-to-person, human-to human approach that respects my clients’ autonomy and the fact that they know themselves best.

My role as a therapist is to provide compassion, support, helpful tools, and resources to my clients. To help them identify patterns and themes and to better understand themselves.

I offer both in-person and virtual therapy sessions.

• In-person sessions are available in Marietta, Georgia

• Virtual sessions are available to clients located anywhere in Georgia

We can talk about which option feels like the best fit for you.

Yes — therapy can help you understand where people-pleasing patterns came from and how to relate to others without self-abandonment.

Many people-pleasing behaviors developed as adaptive strategies in relationships where approval, safety, or emotional consistency felt uncertain. Therapy helps you explore these patterns with compassion, practice boundaries, and build tolerance for discomfort that comes with change.

Over time, many clients experience less guilt, clearer communication, and more balanced relationships.

The length of therapy varies depending on your goals, needs, and circumstances.

Some people come to therapy for short-term support around a specific issue. Others choose longer-term therapy to work more deeply with patterns related to anxiety, relationships, trauma, or self-worth.

We’ll regularly check in about your goals and how therapy is feeling, and you always have agency in deciding the pace and duration.

Yes — therapy is confidential, with limited legal and ethical exceptions related to safety.

Your privacy is taken seriously. We’ll review confidentiality and its limits during your first session so you know exactly what to expect.