I work with adults aged 18 and up.

• For individual therapy: I am in-network with Aetna. For out-of-network, I can provide you with a superbill.

• For couples therapy: I do not accept insurance. Please review the next section for more details.

Opting out of insurance for couples therapy is intended to safeguard your privacy and ensure unrestricted access to services. Key considerations include:

• Privacy Protection: When working with insurers, therapists must assign a mental health diagnosis and share this information with the insurance provider. Opting out helps preserve your privacy.

• Limitations in Reimbursement: Most insurers do not cover couples therapy, and there is a lack of accepted CPT codes for relational or marital issues. Filing a claim for couples therapy may be deemed fraudulent, resulting in potential complications.

By opting out, I aim to create an environment where your therapy is not constrained by diagnostic requirements or potential coverage limitations. If you have any questions, please feel free to discuss them with me.

• Individual Therapy Intake: $250

• Individual Therapy Session: $200

• Couples Therapy Intake 90-mins: $265

• Couples Therapy 60-minute Session: $225

• Couples Therapy 90-minute Session: $265

I offer a sliding scale on a limited basis for those that need it; please contact me to see if these slots are available.

I offer both! Virtual psychotherapy services are available to residents of California, Hawaii, and Oregon. In-person services are available in Northern California, with an office located in the East Bay.

You can cancel your appointment up to 48 hours before the scheduled time without a fee. If you reschedule within the same week, I will waive the cancellation fee. Otherwise, cancellations or reschedules outside of this timeframe will be charged the full service rate.

Visit the "Work With Me" page, then click "Sign Up" under the service you are interested in. You can also submit a consultation request via the "Contact" page. We’ll discuss whether we are a good match before proceeding with scheduling and paperwork.

• Individual Therapy: 50 to 55 minutes.

• Couples therapy: The first session is 90 minutes, with subsequent sessions either 55 or 90 minutes, depending on your preference.

It is a virtual meeting to discuss my therapeutic approach, your therapy goals, and to see if we are a good fit. We will also discuss fees, scheduling, and any questions you may have. Please note that this consultation is not a therapy session and does not establish a relationship of care. It is purely informational and non-binding.

Therapy is tailored to your needs. Initially, we will focus on building trust and identifying which methods resonate with you. Common approaches include mindfulness, self-compassion, and somatic exercises. I also integrate attachment-based therapy, culturally sensitive practices, relational therapy, humanistic approaches, psycho-dynamic therapy, trauma-focused methods, and starting in October 2024, EMDR therapy.

The first session involves discussing practices, policies, and confidentiality. We will explore the reasons you are seeking therapy. We may additionally discuss your cultural background, family history, medical/mental health history, relationship dynamics, sexual history, and coping mechanisms. I ask for your consent to discuss questions, especially any questions related to sex, and will not violate your comfort if you are not ready to answer. I will utilize a holistic approach to understand you as a whole being. A holistic approach in counseling involves exploring intersectionalities (biological, psychological, sociocultural) that influence you.

Sex therapy is for individuals and couples (monogamous or ethical non-monogamy).

Sex therapy is a specialty in psychotherapy designed to address psychological, physical, and spiritual/cultural sexual challenges. It prioritizes consent, safety, and trust. There is no physical touch involved in sessions. Techniques used may include mindfulness, somatic work, psychodynamic therapy, and relational therapy, all through a sex-positive lens. Collaboration with other professionals (e.g., medical doctors, pelvic floor physical therapists, vulvar pain specialist, urologist) may be recommended as needed.

• Sexual Dysfunction

• Infidelity

• Communication and Connection

• Mismatched Desire

• Non-sexual Relationship

• Ethical Non-Monogamy

• Separation & Divorce

• Intersectionality impacts on sexuality

• Sexual Abuse & Trauma

• Gender & Sexual Diversity

• Sexual Anxiety and Related Issues

Potential symptoms:

• Pain during sex

• Lack of sexual desire

• Premature ejaculation

• Erectile challenges

• Lack of lubrication

• Difficulty communicating sexual and relationship matters

• Reduced Libido

• Difficulty with orgasm.

No, sex therapy can be for individuals or couples. Sex Therapy can be for individuals with sexual concerns. If you are in a relationship, your partner's presence in therapy is case by case. Some challenges involve all partners being present, whereas some situations may be more appropriate for you to have your own therapy.

As stated by EMDR International Association, "EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, and it's a type of mental health therapy that helps people heal from trauma and other distressing experiences."

EMDR International Association explains,"EMDR therapy encourages patients to briefly focus on a trauma memory while experiencing bilateral stimulation, typically eye movements. This is thought to reduce the vividness and emotion associated with the trauma."

EMDR International Association stated, "EMDR therapy is recognized as an effective treatment for trauma and other disturbing experiences by organizations such as the American Psychiatric Association, the World Health Organization, and the Department of Defense."

• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

• Anxiety disorders (e.g. generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, phobias)

• Depression

• Dissociative disorders

• Sexual/emotional/physical abuse

• Grief and loss

• Disturbing memories

• Stress Reduction

• Relationship difficulties (e.g. attachment, intimacy, & co-dependency)