Psychotherapy Services

Virtual Psychotherapy Services

I’m currently offering telephone and video therapy sessions. The platform I use is HIPAA compliant, which means that our sessions will be secure and confidential from start to finish. Please feel free to ask me about how I protect client privacy!

My therapy approach includes several evidence-based practices including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Intuitive Eating, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Positive Psychology, Mindfulness-based tools, and Self-Compassion. I work from a strengths-based, trauma-informed, weight-inclusive, HAES® and intersectional framework - meaning that our work together will always include how the way you have navigated through, and survived in, the world impacts your mental and total health.

I've worked as a mental health provider of individual and group therapy, client advocacy, and clinical case management services for racially and economically diverse populations in a wide variety of settings including non-profits, health care companies, and schools. I’m a passionate advocate for social and community justice, and have been active in pushing for better access to quality mental health care for ALL.

I love to facilitate therapy support groups on various topics including womxn/femme support, food and body image exploration, depression and anxiety coping, mindfulness as a practice. I have particular interest in working with folks struggling with food and body image/body confidence.

Hours:

9 am to 6 pm

Monday - Friday

No weekend appointments available at this time.

Fees and Insurance:

$200 per session for out-of-network/private pay.

Free 10-15 minute telephone consultation, please contact me to schedule.

I currently accept Aetna and Optum insurances in California, Arizona, Texas, Montana and Alaska.

I am an “out of network provider” for all other insurances. However, if your insurance plan offers coverage for out-of-network individual therapy, you might be able to get reimbursed, partially or in full. If you are interested in using your insurance coverage, you will need to contact your insurance company and determine their out of network coverage for mental health. At the end of each month, I will provide you with a super bill/invoice with your mental health diagnosis that you will be able to submit to your insurance company, in order to get reimbursed. You can also use your medical/health savings account to pay for counseling.

Pros and Cons of Selecting an Out of Network Therapist vs In Network:

As a consumer of mental health services, you are encouraged to make an informed decision about seeing a therapist in network vs. out of network.

Benefits of working with an out-of-network therapist:

• Your case record is confidential unless you request a super bill or request information to be released to a third party.

• You don’t have to carry a diagnosis, if you don’t actually have or need one.

• You, the consumer, and your therapist collaboratively decide how often and how long you receive services.

Limitations of working with an out-of-network therapist:

• Out of pocket costs are typically higher.

• You have to pay for services upfront and get reimbursed later, depending on your coverage and benefits.

Benefits of working with an in network therapist:

• Low out of pocket costs.

• You are not responsible for submitting claims to your insurance company.

Limitations/downsides of working with an in network therapist:

• Certain issues and diagnosis are not covered by insurance and thus cannot be treated.

• Your insurance company may limit care due to their determination of “medical necessity” for your condition.

• Your in-network therapist is required to give you a diagnosis. Carrying a mental health diagnosis can impact your ability to get approved for life insurance.

• Your insurance company has access to your case record upon audit.