Therapeutic Approach
During your first appointments we will discuss what you hope to accomplish from participating in therapy. Together we will discuss which modalities will best support you in reaching your goals and adjust this as needed. My therapeutic style is typically mindfulness based, and pulls from a variety of modalities including dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and EMDR. While choosing the right intervention is an important part of the therapy process, it is my belief that a trustworthy relationship between client and therapist is at the heart of therapy and the most important ingredient to success.
If you have questions don’t hesitate to reach out by phone call or the contact form below. If you are ready to schedule your first appointment, congrats on taking the first step! Online booking is available for your convenience.
Why do people seek therapy?
Mental health symptoms
Not feeling like yourself lately? Not sure you if you can ever remember feeling excited about life? Some of the symptoms that people seek therapy to address are anxiety, low mood, irritability, frequent worry or rumination, panic attacks, impulsive behaviors, or sleep and appetite problems, just to name a few.
Relationship concerns
Attachment or trust issues. Frequent conflict. Maybe you’re wondering am I the problem or is it everybody else? Relationship stress is a common reason that my clients seek therapy, whether it is difficulty maintaining romantic relationships, growing up in a high conflict family system, repeating harmful patterns, or even just general loneliness.
Trauma
Some people are looking to process distressing memories from their childhood or adult life with support. Others don’t necessarily think of themselves as having experienced “trauma” but later learn that the anxiety, depression, hyper-vigilance, or relationship issues they have been experiencing could be tied to earlier life experiences.
Personal growth and Life transitions
Many clients are looking to shift emotional, behavioral, and thought patterns that are no longer serving them. Some are looking to explore their identity (related to gender, culture, sexual orientation, neurodivergence and more) in a safe and supportive space. Going through a change, whether that’s a loss, new job, birth of a child, marriage, separation, and more are also reasons one might consider therapy for support.
FAQs
What insurances do you accept?
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Currently I accept BCBS PPO and HMO, Blue Care Network, Aetna, ASR, HAP, United Healthcare, Priority Health (including Medicaid), Blue Cross Complete, McLaren Health Plan (including Medicaid), Tricare, Humana, and Medicare. More insurances to be added soon, please call to confirm that your insurance is accepted.
How do I get started?
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You may reach out through my contact form, or by phone call to 248-671-4608. I will reach out to messages within 1-2 business days.
Can I self pay? What are your rates?
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Full fee for individual therapy sessions is $200. If you would prefer to self pay (not using your insurance) the discounted cash pay rate is $125 per session. You can reach out to inquire regarding sliding scale rates.
Will I have to educate you about my identity?
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You are not expected to educate me about your identity in order to receive respectful and effective care. I bring ongoing training, self-education, and clinical experience frequently working with LGBTQIA+ individuals, neurodivergent clients, mixed cultural backgrounds, people with disabilities, and those in diverse relationship structures.
At the same time, you are the expert on your own lived experience. If there are aspects of your identity, language, or community that feel important for me to understand more deeply, I welcome that conversation. Therapy is a collaborative space where curiosity and mutual learning are part of building a relationship that feels safe and attuned to you.