FAQs

  • Short answer: no.

    Long answer: I choose not to work with insurance because I think therapy should unfold at a pace and in a direction that truly serves you—not a system. Insurance companies set strict timelines, require a diagnosis (often within the first session), and expect your healing to fit their predetermined structure.

    By staying out of the insurance model, we can change direction when it serves you and create a process that actually fits your needs. There's no rush, no quotas, no session limits. It also means I don't have to diagnose you unless it genuinely helps you or the work we're doing together.

    On a personal level, being an out-of-network provider keeps me energized and more engaged in this work. Navigating insurance systems drains that energy and leads to burnout—and if I'm not well, I can't show up as the therapist you deserve. Preserving my own well-being is part of providing ethical, sustainable care.

    • Initial intake session: $180

    • 50-minute individual session: $160

    75-minute and 90-minute sessions may be available at an additional fee.

  • I offer a limited number of sliding scale spots for clients based on financial need and availability. If you’re in need of a reduced rate, please let me know during our initial consultation so we can discuss options.

  • I primarily work with clients age 18+

  • The first step is reaching out. You can contact me here, and we'll schedule a free consultation call. This gives us a chance to talk about what you're looking for, ask any questions you have, and see if we feel like a good fit. If we both feel good about working together, we'll schedule your first session from there.

  • Our first session is about getting to know each other and understanding what brought you to therapy. We go over the paperwork that you’ll have completed beforehand. We'll talk about what's been weighing on you, what you're hoping to work on, and what support might look like for you. I'll also explain more about how art therapy works and answer any questions you have about the process. There's no pressure to dive into art-making right away if you're not ready—we'll move at your pace.

  • Not at all. Art therapy isn't about creating something beautiful or "getting it right." You don't need any artistic skill, training, or even confidence in your abilities. I'll be there to guide and support you, and there's no such thing as doing it wrong.

  • No, I don't interpret your artwork. In art therapy, you're the expert on what you create. My role isn't to tell you what your colors, symbols, or images "mean," but to help you explore what they mean to you.

    I ask questions to deepen your exploration of personal imagery and therapeutic content. Sometimes patterns emerge, or connections you hadn't seen before, and I offer observations. But the meaning always comes from you, not from me projecting my interpretations onto your work.

  • I provide all art materials in session—paint, markers, collage materials, clay, pastels, and more. You don't need to bring anything except yourself.

  • Absolutely. Your artwork belongs to you, and you're welcome to take it home, leave it with me for safekeeping, or photograph it before deciding. Some clients like to keep their pieces as a record of their process, while others prefer to leave them behind. It's entirely up to you.

  • I only offer in-person therapy at this time. Being together in the same space allows for a deeper, more embodied experience—especially when working with art materials.

  • Most clients meet weekly, especially in the beginning. As things stabilize, some people shift to every other week. We'll find a rhythm that works for you and adjust as needed.

  • Life happens, and I understand that. If you need to cancel or reschedule, I ask for at least 24 hours notice. If you cancel with less than 24 hours notice or don't show up for your session, I charge the full session fee. However, if you're able to reschedule within the same week, I won't charge the cancellation fee.

  • Under the No Surprises Act, you have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” (GFE) explaining how much your care will cost. Under the law, licensed mental health professionals need to give clients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for services. 

    If you are billed for more than this Good Faith Estimate, you have the right to dispute the bill.

    Throughout your treatment, the provider may recommend additional items or services as part of your treatment that are not reflected in this estimate. These would need to be scheduled separately with your consent and the understanding that any additional service costs are in addition to the Good Faith Estimate.

    If your needs change during treatment, your provider should supply a new, updated Good Faith Estimate to reflect the changes to treatment, and the accompanying cost change

    If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your GFE, you can dispute the bill.  To learn more and get a form to start the process, go to www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call HHS at (800) 985-3059.