What is Telehealth?

Online therapy or “Telehealth” is a way to provide mental health services via the internet. Sessions are conducted over a secure platform called Simple Practice, which is similar to Zoom.

Do you offer in person therapy sessions?

No. At this time I only offer online sessions.

Do you offer phone consultations prior to scheduling an intake?

Yes! I offer a free 15 minute phone consultation to see if we are a good fit and answer any questions that you may have about me and my practice.

Do you take insurance?

No, at this time I am only able to accept self-pay for sessions, as I am considered an out-of-network provider for all insurances. Some (but not all) insurances will reimburse you for services rendered out-of-network. In this case, I can provide a “Superbill” for the services you receive and pay out of pocket for to request reimbursement and/or application to your yearly deductible.

If you want to seek out-of-network benefits, I recommend calling your insurance provider to verify your benefits before your intake appointment. Here are some questions to consider:

• Do I have out-of-network benefits for Outpatient Mental/Behavioral Health services?

• Do you cover said services via Telehealth?

• Will you reimburse me for said services if I pay out-of-pocket and submit a Superbill? How do I submit these claims for reimbursement?

• Are said services subject to my yearly deductible?

• Do I have co-insurance for Outpatient Mental/Behavioral Health services?

• Do I have a maximum or yearly cap on the amount of sessions I am covered for?

It is important to note that Couples Counseling is not usually covered by insurance, and those sessions will be billed out-of-pocket at the full rate.

What are some common concerns you work with?

Having a Marriage and Family Therapy background, I tend to work mostly with individuals and couples.

In individual therapy, I have worked with folks navigating mood disorders such as anxiety and depression, life transitions, disordered eating, body image concerns/self-worth, or navigating difficult interpersonal relationships.

In couples counseling, I primarily work with folks who are preparing for marriage, are early on in their marriage, or are looking to deepen their bond as partners. I am a Queer therapist who loves to work with people in my community, and aim to create a space that is inclusive and supportive of LGBTQIA+ people and their relationships.

Are there any issues or types of clients you do not work with?

It is important that I as a therapist provide services within “my scope of practice.” Due to this, there are some areas that I do not offer services in.

• Family therapy

• Therapy for minors under 18 years of age

• I do not write letters for Emotional Support Animals (ESA), conduct legal evaluations, or provide psychological assessments.

• I also do not provide treatment for primary concerns such as substance abuse, psychotic disorders (ie. Schizophrenia), or Sexual Recovery Services (SRS), though there may be some secondary concerns related to these issues

Due to state licensure laws, I can only provide services for people physically located in the State of Washington at the time of the session.

What can I expect in the intake session?

The first session of therapy is referred to as the “intake.” Here we will go over basic items such as:

• Practice policies

• Confidentiality and limits to confidentiality

• Navigating potential technical issues

• Any questions you have about the intake packet and process

Some main areas of focus in this session are:

• getting to know one another

• Learning about what has brought you into therapy and the history of these concerns

• Assessing for any presenting diagnoses

• Assessing for any safety concerns and establishing safety measures if necessary.

It is incredibly important that you feel comfortable and heard by your therapist. This first sessions is an opportunity to see if you and I are well suited to continue in our therapeutic relationship.