Do you offer free consultations?

Yes, I offer a free 15 min consultation via phone. If you would like to schedule a consultation, please fill out your information on the contact page and let me know you would like to set one up. This is a great opportunity for us to get a sense of if we would be a good fit going forward.

What can I expect on my first visit?

Before your first session you will be sent intake documents online via a client portal. When you arrive for your first session you and I will go over a couple of these documents, such as the informed consent and practice policies. It is important for me that you feel as comfortable as possible in this initial session. I will make plenty of time for you to ask me any questions or address concerns you might have about how therapy works, what my process is etc. I will also ask you to describe in more detail what it is that has caused you to come to therapy. The way you are experiencing life matters and so do the details of your experience, because of this I may stop you at points to ask clarifying questions so I can best understand your situation. Often at the end of the first session, I invite us to collaborate on how to best approach your unique situation going forward, clarifying goals you may have, as well as envisioning potential therapeutic pathways to achieve them.

How much does counseling cost?

My hourly rates are currently:

Individuals: $130 per 50 min session

Couples: $145 per 50 min session

I offer temporary reduced rates as needed case by case, please feel free to ask me more questions about this. I strive to make quality therapy as accessible as possible for all people.

Do you accept insurance?

I am unable to accept insurance at this time, however I can provide superbills to you if your insurance company reimburses for out of network services.

What encouragement would you give to someone who is considering counseling but isn't sure if it's right for them?

If you have never been to counseling before, or maybe you have and it didn’t feel helpful at the time, engaging with therapy can feel overwhelming. There is a deep level of vulnerability in beginning to share important parts of your life with someone who is a stranger. Take some time to have a conversation with a potential therapist before committing long term. Be curious and set up an initial consultation or session to see if there is compatibility. If you feel seen and heard, and if you sense you could build trust with this person, then therapy could be an invaluable investment into yourself and your relationships. What you discover in therapy will often deeply impact the way you interact with your own internal beliefs and emotions while also impacting how you navigate connections with family, friends, career, leisure time, and more.

I may not be able to commit to a set time or location every week, is that a problem?

While most clients start with a set time slot for weekly sessions, I am always willing to have conversations with clients about individualized therapy plans. This may involve utilizing telehealth or remote sessions via video only - I am able to see clients anywhere in the state of Kansas. It may also look like a combination of telehealth and in person therapy. It may also involve collaborating to create a bi-weekly schedule or filling in different time slots throughout the week as they are made available. Schedules can be disruptive, don’t let that be a deterrent to seeking out high level counseling.