Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy in Arroyo Grande, California

& Virtual Counseling in Utah and Iowa

Frequently Asked Questions about

Therapy in California, Utah, & Iowa

Therapy is a big commitment and you might have some questions. If you have a question that you don’t see answered here, please reach out for a phone consultation!

  • At this time, I meet with clients from 9:00 am to noon PT, Tuesday-Friday and 1-3pm PT on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

  • Individual 50-minute sessions are $155

    Individual 75-minute sessions are $230

    Couple’s 50-minute sessions are $180

    Couples’ 75-minute sessions are $255

  • I find clients have the best outcomes when attending therapy consistently, which is why I meet with clients weekly. We can establish a set time to meet each week as a recurring appointment.

  • I am offering in person sessions in Arroyo Grande, California starting September 1st, 2024. Online counseling is also available for anyone interested in California, Iowa, or Utah. We utilize a HIPAA secure platform for all telehealth sessions.

  • I find that if you’re asking yourself that question, it is usually a pretty good indicator that you’re ready to try something new! But here are a few other things to consider:

    • Are your symptoms or relationship distress starting to affect your daily life?

    • Are you are experiencing physical symptoms (such as insomnia, changes in appetite, tightness in your chest, fatigue, or stomach aches)?

    • Have you tried coping on your own, but things aren’t getting better or you’re unable to maintain progress?

    If you answered yes to any of these questions, counseling may be able to help.

  • This answer is different for everyone, but the majority of my clients work with me for about six months to a year.

  • I am an out-of-network provider which means that I do not bill insurance and payment is due at the beginning of the session. However, I do provide a superbill (a special receipt for services) that can be submitted to insurance for reimbursement of a percentage of the session fee.

    As an out-of-network provider, I have partnered with Mentaya to help my clients save money on therapy. Use the tool below this section to see if you qualify for reimbursement for my services.

  • I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, or life transitions. I also provide couples counseling to committed couples that want to make their relationship work. I specialize in medical professionals, namely doctors, their partners, and relational therapy for medical couples.

  • My number one priority is getting you the best possible care. Sometimes we may need to change up our approach and utilize different resources. But if we truly aren’t making progress, then I will refer you to someone who I believe can help with your specific needs.

  • While we never “arrive” at perfection, you will know that therapy is working when:

    • Your emotional distress becomes less frequent and less intense

    • You feel more confident in your ability to manage challenges

    • You find yourself thinking about your problem less because you are busy living your life

    • You feel the ups and downs of life, but you genuinely enjoy the good moments

I’m ready to reach out - what do I need to do next?

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