FAQs

  • Psychotherapy is another word for “talk therapy”, which refers to a therapeutic technique that helps people change behaviors, thoughts, and emotions that are causing them harm or distress. Talk therapy is about creating open dialogue between client and therapist, discussing, processing, validating, and healing - together.

  • Yes! I am currently accepting new clients, both individuals and couples! Usually, I have a brief waitlist, but have a few openings as of October 2023.

  • For a 50 Minute session my fees are $225 for individuals and $250 for couples.

    For a 80 minute couples session my fee is $300.

  • Yes! I mostly see clients virtually, but also am in office one day weekly for in person sessions.

  • My office for in person sessions is currently located in San Francisco’s Marina District.

  • No, I do not accept Insurance, and am not on any insurance panels. HOWEVER, I do provide superbills (upon request), that you can submit to your insurer for out of network reimbursement. Check your policy, deductibles, and with your employer. FSA/HSA funds are also acceptable forms of payment.

  • Yes! That is what my “Superbills” are! It is an itemized list of sessions, dates, (potentially) diagnosis, and other details to submit to insurance.

  • If you are worried about your privacy or safety, don’t worry, therapy is entirely confidential! Psychologists and Psychotherapists are ethically bound to protect your privacy, regardless of what information you choose to share with others. Your sessions, and its contents will always remain entirely private, unless you pose a danger to yourself or others.

  • I ask the clients to give me 24 hour notice when missing or canceling a session; otherwise it will be treated as a missed session and will be charged their full fee. This boundary is put in place for both the clients benefice to facilitate prioritizing therapy and self-care, as well as for the therapist who is both running a business, and managing a complex schedule.

  • I see any adults or couples who are based in California, looking to do some healing, processing, and growing through Therapy. I currently am not working with minors, unless they are doing collaborative sessions with their parents or guardians.

  • Traditional sessions are 50 mins long, one a week. (eg. Tuesday’s from 11:00 am-11:50 am). While that could seem like a large commitment in your very busy life, consistency and cadence is key to healing. I also offer twice weekly sessions, as well as 80 minute sessions for some couples work.