FAQs

I provide online services for individuals in Virginia. While I am based in Lynchburg, VA, I work with clients who are located all across Virginia.

Online therapy works very much like an in-person session. We’re still face-to-face, talking and connecting, just through a secure screen.

All sessions take place on a HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform to protect your privacy and confidentiality. You’ll receive a link by email before each session, and you can join from your phone, tablet, or laptop.

Many clients find that meeting online actually makes therapy more accessible and comfortable. You can attend sessions from the privacy of your own home, without needing to commute or rush between commitments. All you need is a private space and a reliable internet connection, and we’ll take care of the rest.

And if you’re new to video sessions, that’s okay! I’ll walk you through the process so you feel comfortable before we even begin.

I do not offer any in-person sessions at this time.

Here’s a simple breakdown of my current rates.

• 15-minute initial consultation call: Free

• 60-minute individual session: $125

• 90-minute individual session: $160

I accept debit, credit, HSA, and FSA cards. Your card will be securely stored in my HIPAA-compliant electronic health record system and charged at the end of each session. No invoices, no extra steps, just easy payment.

Click here for more information on my rates.

I offer private-pay counseling only, meaning I do not accept any insurance. While I don’t accept insurance directly, your insurance plan may have out-of-network benefits, which means that they will reimburse you for a portion of our session cost.

I have partnered with Thrizer to handle the out-of-network process automatically for you. With Thrizer, you will only pay a copay for our sessions, instead of paying my full fee and waiting for insurance reimbursements. This typically allows clients to save on average 70% upfront on our sessions.

During our consultation call, I can help you verify if you have out-of-network benefits and how much your copay would be. 

Click here for more information on my decision to not accept insurance.

Your first session is really about connection: getting to know you and beginning to understand what’s bringing you to therapy. I keep things casual and conversational, more like chatting over coffee than a formal interview.

We might talk about what’s going on in your life right now, some important pieces of your history, and what you hope to gain from therapy. You’ll also have the chance to ask me questions and get a feel for how I work. The goal is for you to leave that first session with a sense of comfort and clarity about the path forward.

We often don’t get to everything in the initial session, so don’t feel pressured to share everything about your life all at once.

The length of therapy looks different for everyone. Some clients come in with a specific concern and feel relief after just a few months, while others find that ongoing support feels most helpful. We’ll check in together along the way to see what’s working for you and adjust as needed. There’s no set timeline. Therapy moves at your pace, based on your goals, your growth, and what feels sustainable.

A Good Faith Estimate is a document that explains the expected cost of your therapy. It’s part of the No Surprises Act, a law that helps ensure clients understand their financial investment before starting services. You’ll receive a written estimate of session fees and possible costs when you begin therapy, so you know what to expect. This isn’t a binding contract. It’s simply meant to provide clarity and transparency around the financial side of your care.