Frequesntly Asked Questions

DescSchedule a free 15-minute consultation call, no commitment required. During that call we'll talk briefly about what brought you to therapy, what you're hoping to work on, and whether we feel like a good fit. If we decide to move forward, we'll schedule an initial session to go deeper into your history and goals and develop a plan for treatment.ription text goes here

The first session is an intake. It’s a chance for me to learn more about you, your history, and what's bringing you to therapy right now. We'll talk about your goals, discuss what a treatment plan might look like, and figure out a schedule that works for you. It's also a chance for you to ask me questions and get a sense of how I work.

If something is getting in the way of how you want to live; whether that's anxiety, intrusive thoughts, your relationship with food and your body, or something harder to name, therapy can help. You don't need to be in crisis to benefit from it. Many people find therapy valuable as a space to understand themselves better and build skills that last long after sessions end.

I see clients in person in South Pasadena, CA. I also offer telehealth sessions for individuals throughout California . So if you're not local, virtual sessions are fully available and just as effective for most people.

Session frequency varies depending on your needs and goals. I typically recommend starting with weekly sessions, which helps build the therapeutic relationship more quickly and creates consistency that supports the work. As things shift, we can adjust the frequency together.

Individual sessions are 50 minutes.

Longer sessions of 90 minutes are available for couples, families, or intensive work — we can discuss what makes sense for your situation.

Yes, I work with both adults and teens. Adolescents navigating anxiety, OCD, or eating disorders often benefit enormously from early intervention, and I tailor my approach based on age and developmental stage.

Individual therapy sessions (50 min) are $225. Extended sessions (90 min) for couples and families are $275.

Sliding scale rates are available for those who need them — please reach out to discuss.

I accept some insurance plans. Please visit the Insurance & Fees page for current information on which plans I'm in-network with.

If I'm out-of-network with your plan, I can provide a superbill, which you submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement.

A superbill is an itemized receipt of your therapy sessions that includes the diagnostic and procedure codes your insurance company needs to process a reimbursement claim. Many PPO plans offer out-of-network benefits, meaning you may be reimbursed for a portion of session costs even if I'm not in-network with your plan. I recommend calling your insurance provider before our first session to ask about your out-of-network mental health benefits.

I draw from several evidence-based approaches depending on what each person needs. This includes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and somatic and polyvagal-informed approaches.

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Health at Every Size (HAES) is a framework that decouples health from body size and rejects the idea that weight loss is a prerequisite for well-being. In practice, this means I won't recommend dieting, comment on your body, or frame recovery in terms of weight.

My approach to eating disorder treatment is body-affirming and focused on your relationship with food, movement, and yourself rather than on changing your body.

Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is the gold-standard treatment for OCD. It involves gradually and intentionally exposing yourself to the thoughts, images, or situations that trigger obsessions, all while resisting the urge to perform compulsions. Over time, the brain learns that the feared outcome doesn't occur and that you can tolerate the discomfort without compulsing. It's challenging work, but it's also the most effective treatment we have for OCD.

Think of a CEDS (Certified Eating Disorder Specialist) credential as the highest standard of specialized training a therapist can achieve in this field. It means the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals (iaedp™) has rigorously vetted my clinical hours, supervision, and medical expertise in treating complex eating disorders. Eating disorders are deeply nuanced, intersecting with physical health, identity, and underlying trauma. Working with a certified specialist ensures you are partnering with someone who understands the medical, nutritional, and psychological complexities of recovery, rather than a generalist counselor.