I like to use a tailor made approach in my work.  Given my extensive training in family systems theory, I can't help but to think systemically and relationally about certain problems or concerns you are having.  With that said, I approach therapy from a strength-based perspective and sometimes will incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy or dialectics into my work.  I am warm, empathetic, humorous, nonjudgmental, but I do like to gently guide or challenge you in order to enhance your skills.  I am solution-focused, and we will work collaboratively to chip away at your problems or concerns.  As per couples or family therapy, my thinking is very much rooted in the ARA (Ackerman Relational Approach).  The ARA speaks about breaking down the maladaptive communication cycle collaboratively between the therapist and client, then exploring family, social, or personal history which may be contributing to this pattern, and replacing the pattern with more effective skills.  I fully believe that change is possible as long as folks are equipped with the right tools.

Therapy normally ends when we work together and discuss the ways in which you met your goals.  The answer, in actuality, is more complicated.  People use therapy for all sorts of reasons. Sometimes, folks like to check-in and have the resource over many years, whereas, sometimes the treatment is more short-term.  So, how long is therapy?  The answer is: it depends.

Generally, I require a 24 hour cancellation policy.  Sessions are weekly.  I reserve the space and time for you.  I also like to say that my cancellation policy is flexible; I acknowledge that vacations and illness happen.  However, if cancellations become excessive, to the point that it is hindering your progress in therapy, I become less flexible.  If there's been a lot of cancellations, we will be talking about this during our sessions.

I wish I could shout from the rooftops, if you think you need therapy, do therapy!  Even if you don't need therapy and your relationship is thriving, do therapy!  Couples or family therapy should not just be utilized during times of crises.  I am always amazed at how session time can be utilized; we can use our sessions to plan ahead for an upcoming trip, so that there's less tension among family members, we can use our session time to talk about what makes your relationship(s) unique, special, and strong, the list goes on.  You'll find that not only is couples or family therapy at times challenging, it can also be affirming and fun.  It's a special time to not just reconnect with your partner or loved one(s), but to connect in ways you may have never thought possible.

For now, sessions are virtual, with the potential for me to host in-person therapy in the future.  Virtual therapy has lots of pluses: it's accessible, and for couples and family therapy, it means multiple people not commuting to an office.

For couples and family therapy, I am out of network and do not accept insurance.  My fee is $250 for 50 minute sessions.  I can provide superbills to you for reimbursement. It is the client's responsibility to understand their insurance and their deductible.  We will designate the fee during the time of the free, 30 minute Zoom consult. 

Couples and family therapy sessions are generally 50 minutes long. Occasionally, there is the need to expand the time, which we can discuss together. If the time is extended to 60 minutes, then the cost will increase, and we will negotiate this cost.