Frequently Asked Questions
I am a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern (RMHCI) in the State of Florida, practicing under the supervision of a licensed clinician while I complete the hours required for full licensure. My supervisor's information is listed in the footer of this site and I'm happy to discuss my supervision arrangement during a consultation.
No. I operate on a private-pay basis and provide a superbill you can submit to your insurance carrier for possible out-of-network reimbursement, if your plan includes that benefit.
We'll review what's bringing you to therapy, relevant history, and what you've tried before. From there we identify what to focus on and what a reasonable course of treatment might look like.
All sessions are held virtually, by secure video, for clients located anywhere in Florida at the time of the appointment.
The initial 15-minute phone consultation is meant for exactly this. There's no obligation to schedule a full session afterward.
It depends on what you're working on and how it's going. Some clients notice meaningful shifts within a few months. Attachment-focused work, especially, tends to be a longer process since it's building new patterns, not just managing symptoms. We'll check in regularly on progress and pacing.
Yes, with the standard legal exceptions that apply to all therapists (such as risk of harm to yourself or others, or abuse of a child or vulnerable adult). As a supervised intern, my clinical work is also reviewed with my supervisor to ensure quality care. Those details are covered fully in your intake paperwork.
Sessions canceled or rescheduled with less than 48 hours notice are subject to the full session fee.
You'll receive a secure video link before each session. You just need a private space and a stable internet connection. Telehealth is available to you as long as you're physically located in Florida at the time of the session, per state licensing rules.
That's common, and worth mentioning during your consultation call. Often, prior therapy focused on talking through problems without building new emotional experience, which is a different kind of work than what I focus on. It's worth discussing what didn't work before so we can approach things differently.
No, my practice is focused on individual therapy. If couples work would be useful alongside your individual sessions, I'm glad to help you find a referral.
I work with adults. If you're looking for a therapist for a child or teenager, I'm glad to help you find an appropriate referral.
Most clients start weekly, especially for attachment-focused work, since consistency tends to matter more than any single session. We can adjust frequency over time as things stabilize.
Major credit and debit cards, as well as HSA and FSA cards. Payment is collected at the time of each session.
I hold a limited number of sliding-scale spots. If fee is a barrier for you, it's worth asking directly during your consultation call.
This site and my practice do not provide emergency or crisis services. If you're in crisis, please call or text 988, or call 911.
No, I'm not a prescriber. If medication seems like it could be useful alongside therapy, I'm glad to help you find a referral to a psychiatrist or prescriber.