Frequently Asked Questions

How do I pay for therapy?

I accept the following insurances:

• Aetna                                      • Optum

• Ambetter                                • Oscar Health

• Anthem BCBS                        • OSU Student Health Insurance

• Carelon BH                             • Oxford

• Cigna                                       • Quest BH

• United Medical Resources    • United Healthcare

• UHC Student Resources

My full cash rate is $150 for the initial intake and $130 per follow up session. I offer limited sliding fee scale for those that qualify.

How do I get started?

To start your therapy journey, you may schedule a free 15 minute consultation call with me through the "book" button at the top of this web page. We will use this consultation to ensure we are a good fit before scheduling your initial appointment.

Do you prescribe medications?

No, I do not prescribe medications.

What is the therapy process?

Our first point of contact will be a 15 minute phone consultation. If we feel we are a good fit, we will schedule your initial intake appointment. During your first appointment, I will gather information about you and your concerns. We will develop treatment goals and interventions to work towards those goals,

How often do we meet?

During your initial appointment, we will discuss how often we'll meet. This could range anywhere from weekly to bimonthly, depending on your symptoms and preference. 

Do you work with children?

I work with adolescents aged 14 and over. I currently do not work with anyone under the age of 14.

What can I do if my mom/friend/brother/partner, etc needs therapy?

You are not able to schedule for anyone above the age of 18 as they are a legal adult. They must reach out to me directly to schedule themselves.  You may share my website and contact information with them and encourage them to connect with me. 

When do you refer out?

Please be aware that some concerns require a specialist. Referring clients to specialists is an important aspect of ethical and effective mental health therapy. I recognize there are limits to my scope of practice and refer clients to qualified professionals when specialized services are needed. Referrals may be appropriate for concerns such as substance use disorders/addiction, eating disorders, psychiatric medication management, psychological testing, or other issues requiring expertise beyond my training. A consultation call is an effective method to determine if your concerns fall under my scope of practice.