How do I know if therapy is right for me?

Therapy can be helpful for anyone feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or wanting support for mental health, emotional well-being, or personal growth. You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit.

What can therapy help with?

Therapy can support challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, relationship struggles, grief, and life transitions. It’s also useful for personal development and self-understanding.

How do I get started?

You can schedule a consultation call to discuss your goals and see if we’re a good fit. From there, we’ll create a plan tailored to your needs.

Do you offer a consultation call?

Yes, I offer an initial consultation to answer questions, explain my approach, and help you decide if therapy is right for you.

What can I expect in my first therapy session?

Your first session is an opportunity to share your story, discuss your goals, and explore what you hope to achieve. We’ll also review the therapy process and answer any questions you have.

What happens after the first session?

After the first session, we’ll establish a therapy plan, including session frequency and therapeutic approach, and adjust it as your needs evolve.

How long does therapy take to work?

Therapy is individualized. Some clients see progress in a few sessions, while others benefit from ongoing work. Factors like the complexity of issues, trauma history, and session frequency affect timing.

How often will we meet?

Most clients start with weekly sessions, which can later shift to biweekly or monthly based on progress and goals.

What if I don’t know what to talk about?

That’s common. Therapy is a safe space to explore thoughts and feelings at your pace. I guide the conversation with questions, exercises, and reflective tools.

What makes your approach different from traditional therapy?

I integrate trauma-informed and evidence-based modalities, including EMDR, IFS, CRM, and EFT, tailored to each client’s needs. This allows for deeper emotional processing alongside practical coping skills.

What types of therapy do you use?

I use EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and supportive counseling techniques. Each approach addresses different aspects of healing and growth.

How does EMDR therapy work?

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) helps your brain process difficult experiences so they feel less overwhelming. It reduces emotional intensity, shifts negative beliefs, and supports long-lasting change.

What is Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy?

IFS helps you explore different “parts” of yourself—sometimes conflicting—to create internal harmony, self-compassion, and emotional balance.

What is the Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM)?

CRM is a trauma-informed approach that helps your nervous system release stress and regulate emotions through resourcing and safe reconnection.

What is Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)?

EFT focuses on attachment and relational patterns, helping you strengthen emotional bonds, communicate needs, and feel secure in relationships.

Can therapy help with trauma even if it wasn’t “that bad”?

Yes. Trauma is not defined by extreme events alone. Even everyday stressors, relational challenges, or chronic emotional neglect can impact your nervous system and mental health.

What kind of clients do you work with?

I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, relationship challenges, or emotional numbness. I also support LGBTQ+, neurodivergent, and culturally diverse clients.

Is your practice LGBTQ+ affirming?

Yes. My practice provides affirming, inclusive care for LGBTQ+ clients at all stages of their journey.

Do you work with trauma and dissociation?

Yes. I provide trauma-informed therapy that addresses dissociation, emotional dysregulation, and complex trauma symptoms safely.

What if I’ve tried therapy before and it didn’t work?

Every therapy experience is different. I tailor interventions to your needs and provide tools for processing, regulation, and sustainable change.

Do you offer online therapy sessions?

Yes. Teletherapy is available for clients in California and allows flexible, secure sessions from home.

Is online therapy effective?

Research shows online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy for most mental health concerns, including trauma, anxiety, and depression.

Do you offer in-person sessions?

Yes. In-person sessions are available in Riverside, California.

How much does therapy cost?

Session fees vary based on duration and modality. Contact me directly for specific rates.

Do you accept insurance?

I provide superbills for clients to submit to their insurance providers. Direct insurance billing is limited.

Do you offer sliding scale options?

Yes, based on availability and client need.

What is your cancellation policy?

Please provide at least 24 hours notice for cancellations or rescheduling.

How long are sessions?

Standard sessions are 50–60 minutes. Extended sessions are available if needed.

Is therapy confidential?

Yes. Everything shared in therapy is confidential, except in legally mandated situations (e.g., harm to self or others, abuse reporting).

How do you protect my privacy?

Sessions use HIPAA-compliant platforms, secure record-keeping, and strict professional standards.

How will I know therapy is working?

You may notice reduced distress, improved coping, better self-understanding, and healthier relationships. Progress is individual, and we regularly review goals.

Can therapy create lasting change?

While change takes commitment, trauma-informed and evidence-based therapy can lead to enduring improvements in emotional, mental, and relational well-being.

What if I’m nervous about starting therapy?

It’s normal to feel nervous. The first session is a safe space to explore your concerns, ask questions, and decide at your pace.

What if therapy feels overwhelming?

Therapy can be intense at times. I provide tools to regulate emotions, ensure safety, and pace the work to your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Welcome to my FAQ page. Here you’ll find answers to the most common questions about therapy, my approach, and what to expect. If you don’t see your question here, feel free to reach out for a consultation.

Getting Started with Therapy

Therapy can be helpful for anyone feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or wanting support for mental health, emotional well-being, or personal growth. You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit.
Therapy can support challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, relationship struggles, grief, and life transitions. It’s also useful for personal development and self-understanding.
You can schedule a consultation call to discuss your goals and see if we’re a good fit. From there, we’ll create a plan tailored to your needs.
Yes, I offer an initial consultation to answer questions, explain my approach, and help you decide if therapy is right for you.

First Session & Process

Your first session is an opportunity to share your story, discuss your goals, and explore what you hope to achieve. We’ll also review the therapy process and answer any questions you have.
After the first session, we’ll establish a therapy plan, including session frequency and therapeutic approach, and adjust it as your needs evolve.
Therapy is individualized. Some clients see progress in a few sessions, while others benefit from ongoing work. Factors like the complexity of issues, trauma history, and session frequency affect timing.
Most clients start with weekly sessions, which can later shift to biweekly or monthly based on progress and goals.
That’s common. Therapy is a safe space to explore thoughts and feelings at your pace. I guide the conversation with questions, exercises, and reflective tools.

Approach & Modalities

I integrate trauma-informed and evidence-based modalities, including EMDR, IFS, CRM, and EFT, tailored to each client’s needs. This allows for deeper emotional processing alongside practical coping skills.
I use EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and supportive counseling techniques. Each approach addresses different aspects of healing and growth.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) helps your brain process difficult experiences so they feel less overwhelming. It reduces emotional intensity, shifts negative beliefs, and supports long-lasting change.
IFS helps you explore different “parts” of yourself—sometimes conflicting—to create internal harmony, self-compassion, and emotional balance.
CRM is a trauma-informed approach that helps your nervous system release stress and regulate emotions through resourcing and safe reconnection.
EFT focuses on attachment and relational patterns, helping you strengthen emotional bonds, communicate needs, and feel secure in relationships.
Yes. Trauma is not defined by extreme events alone. Even everyday stressors, relational challenges, or chronic emotional neglect can impact your nervous system and mental health.

Fit & Client Experience

I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, burnout, relationship challenges, or emotional numbness. I also support LGBTQ+, neurodivergent, and culturally diverse clients.
Yes. My practice provides affirming, inclusive care for LGBTQ+ clients at all stages of their journey.
Yes. I provide trauma-informed therapy that addresses dissociation, emotional dysregulation, and complex trauma symptoms safely.
Every therapy experience is different. I tailor interventions to your needs and provide tools for processing, regulation, and sustainable change.

Logistics & Practical Details

Session fees vary based on duration. Sessions are typically 50-minutes in length and the fee is $150. I do offer sliding scale spots. Check for availability.
I provide superbills for clients to submit to their insurance providers to utilize their out-of-network benefits. Check your specific policy to confirm if you have out-of-network benefits.
Please provide at least 24 hours notice for cancellations or rescheduling. Full session fee will be charged for less than 24 hours notice.
Standard sessions are 50–60 minutes. Extended sessions are available if needed.
Yes. Teletherapy is available for clients in California and allows flexible, secure sessions from home.
Research shows online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy for most mental health concerns, including trauma, anxiety, and depression.
Yes. In-person sessions are available in Riverside, California.
I see clients Monday through Thursday from 2-10pm.

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