Frequently Asked Questions

What is “Evidence-based psychotherapy”?

Evidence-based psychotherapy refers to treatment approaches that have strong research evidence (e.g., clinical trials) to support their efficacy in treating certain mental health concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) are all examples of evidence-based psychotherapies I use in my work that have decades of research support behind them.

Where are you located? Do you offer tele-health appointments?

I am able to work with clients who are located anywhere in the state of California. I am currently only seeing clients via tele-health video appointments, thought I hope to be able to see clients for in-person appointments in Los Angeles in the near future.

Do you take insurance?

I do not accept any forms of private insurance at this time. If you have insurance, I will be considered an “out-of-network” provider. I can provide you with a “superbill” that you can submit to your insurance provider for potential reimbursement, if your insurance benefits include the ability to see an out-of-network provider.

What is your session fee?

My regular session fee is $320. I hold a few sliding-scale appointment slots in my schedule for clients experiencing financial limitations. Please contact me to discuss eligibility for accessing my services on a sliding-scale basis. I use SimplePractice to conduct my billing. Clients are asked to pay the full session fee at the end of each session via credit/debit card.

How often do sessions happen? How long do they last?

I see most of my clients on a weekly basis, although I sometimes meet with clients more or less frequently, based on their schedules and needs. I am currently offering daytime and evening appointments on weekdays and daytime appointments on weekends. Sessions are 50 minutes in duration.

What can I expect at the start of treatment?

Our first session will be a 60-minute intake appointment that is an opportunity for me to learn more about you and the topics that you would like to address in therapy. If we decide to continue working together, I typically spend 2-4 additional sessions learning more about you and your goals for therapy so that I can formulate a plan for treatment. You and I will spend time in session reviewing the treatment plan, and I will solicit your feedback and input. I value the opportunity for us to collaborate on this plan and for me to confirm the goals you have for treatment before we embark on the therapeutic journey together!