FAQ
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What do sessions look like?
Sessions will be as structured or unstructured as you’d like them to be. This will be part of the groove we get into as we get to know each other!
Sessions are 50-minutes long video calls through a platform called SimplePractice. 48 hours before your session, you will receive an email or text message with the link for the session.
You can open the link through your computer’s browser, or if you’re using a smartphone, through SimplePractice’s Telehealth app ( Android | Apple ).
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How do consultation calls work?
I will respond to your request in the way(s) you specify on my Contact form. The first step is a 20-minute phone call. There are three reasons for the call:
To get a feel for my personal style and “vibe” as you search for a therapist who’s right for you.
To make sure that I offer the kind of services that fit what you’re looking for.
To sort out logistics — when you can fit me in your schedule & how you’ll pay.
You won’t need to come prepared with anything!
For more info, visit my article “Our First Chat”
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Who do you work with?
I mainly work with individual adults (18+), from a wide range of backgrounds and life experiences, and a wide range of needs and hopes.
I also work with couples — or more inclusively, relationships. While these are typically romantic partners, this work can extend to aro/ace partners, sibling and parent-child relationships, and close friendships.While pairs within families, I do not currently offer sessions where there are more than two clients.
I also do not work with clients under the age of 18 at this time.
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How can I pay? Can I use insurance?
You can pay out-of-pocket — I have a very flexible sliding scale.
For information on how that works, visit my article “Fees, Trust, Access to Care”.
I also accept insurance plans under Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Nippon, and Oscar.
To better understand benefits and common concerns about using insurance, visit my article “What to Know About Insurance & Therapy”.
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What are your credentials?
Since 2021, I have spent thousands of hours with clients. I completed advanced licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in 2024. I earned a Master of Science in Social Work (2021) and Bachelor of Science in Psychology (2015) from the University of Texas at Austin. I am EMDR trained (2025), trained in EFCT (2022-2023) and ACT (2021), and completed UT’s Integrated Behavioral Health Scholars program (2021). In addition to the 100 hours of supervision required for advanced licensure, I have participated in hundreds of hours of peer consultation in community with other therapists.
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What kind of therapy do you offer?
All sessions are offered exclusively through teletherapy at this time.
My work with individual clients is grounded in secular Buddhist psychology and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
I also offer Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to individual clients.
I practice Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT) with pairs of clients — couples, family members, and very dear friendships.