How it Works
I believe quality psychotherapy is a unique investment unlike any other. You are making a significant commitment to your wellbeing.
My training goes beyond a Clinical Psychology master’s degree to include an understanding of healing informed by a holistic educational background, Eastern traditions, and personal experience. I am constantly learning, and put time and energy into my own well-being in order to show up fully for you. Yoga and mindfulness have been an essential part of my personal practice and their principles are integrated in my therapeutic work.
In most cases, I work with people weekly. We will meet for around 6-8 weeks (depending on your goals), and from there we will collaborate on the best treatment format for you going forward.
While brief therapy can be helpful for certain issues (10-12 sessions), deep healing generally comes from a longer commitment, and varies widely depending on your unique situation.
My practice is located in Downtown SF, easily accessible from BART + muni.
I can help you with immediate discomfort and short-term goals. However, my specialty lies in working with long-term clients to heal significant trauma rooted in family of origin dynamics and other psychosocial differences (divergences from “normal”) that remarkably impact your self-worth, identity and relationships. Most of my training has been with individuals experiencing substance abuse issues, and consequently, relationship and self-esteem issues.
I also specialize in working with people who stutter around issues of speech therapy trauma (if you know, you know). I am not trained in speech-language pathology; I have over 20 years experience in collaboration/advocacy with people who stutter and understand the psychology of hiding your voice and the complex trauma of stuttering.
This kind of work takes time, and at times is difficult. It is also not always “work”. Some of it is learning to lean into being. It is absolutely worth it.
Fees + Things to Know
$225 per 45-minute individual session; $300 for couple and family sessions (60 min.)
Fees are due at time of service; I request 24 hour notice for cancellations, or the full fee will be charged.
Payment accepted: Credit, Debit, HSA, or FSA cards
If you are using insurance*, I can provide you with a monthly statement upon request so you can submit it for reimbursement. This works well for most people. This does require a diagnosis be shared with the insurance company.
*I am not contracted with any insurance companies and this is on purpose. I work with a limited number of clients in order to provide personalized care to YOU. I provide you a Superbill with information about your diagnosis for you to submit to your insurance company; in many cases a substantial portion of my fee is covered, though you will pay up front for services.
Sliding Scale: Please reach out to see if I have sliding scale spots available
