Frequently Asked Questions
➯ Do you take insurance?
Yes — I’m in-network with United Healthcare / Optum / Mass General Brigham.
If you have a different plan, you may still receive partial reimbursement using out-of-network benefits. I can provide a superbill (a detailed receipt) for you to submit.
When you call your insurance, you can ask:
“Do I have mental health / behavioral health coverage?”
“Do I have out-of-network benefits?”
“What is my deductible?”
“What percentage of the session fee is reimbursed?”
“Are there any session limits?”
➯ Why might someone choose not to use insurance?
Some clients prefer paying privately because it allows for:
More privacy and confidentiality (no diagnosis required or shared)
Freedom in session length — including longer, deeper, or more flexible formats
More choice in treatment style, especially somatic work, Brainspotting, and intensives
Helpful reading:
• Zencare – Benefits of Out-of-Network Providers
• MyWellbeing – Understanding Insurance and OON (out-of-network) Options
➯ How long is a session?
A typical individual sessions are 45 minutes.
Your first session (intake) is 60 minutes so we have time to settle in.
Intensive sessions are longer at 90 minutes or 120 minutes. Therapy What are Therapy Intensives?
➯ How much does therapy cost?
My fees reflect:
the emotional labor of the work
ongoing supervision and advanced training
time spent preparing and supporting your care
maintaining a warm, safe, trauma-informed practice
You can view my fee tiers on the Payment Page.
➯ What is Brainspotting?
Brainspotting helps you access deeper layers of healing through your nervous system, not just your thoughts.
By using eye position and attuned presence, we gently connect with places in the body where overwhelm, trauma, or stuckness may be held.
Click here to learn more about it.
➯ How can holistic therapy help me?
I practice a holistic, integrative form of therapy that blends Brainspotting, somatic work, depth-oriented psychotherapy, and a spiritually grounded perspective. This approach supports your whole self — mind, body, and nervous system — so healing can unfold in a way that feels natural and sustainable.
Holistic therapy can help you:
Release stress or trauma stored in the body
Soften chronic tension and emotional exhaustion
Reduce overwhelm and anxiety
Process experiences that words alone can’t reach
Reconnect with your inner wisdom and sense of wholeness
Feel more grounded, centered, and emotionally steady
This work is gentle, body-aware, and paced with care, helping you move toward clarity, balance, and deeper self-connection.
➯ What is your cancellation policy?
Life happens. And I also hold your appointment time solely for you.
I have a 24-hour cancellation policy.
Cancellations within 24 hours are billed at the full session fee, unless there’s a medical emergency.
If you can reschedule within the same week, I may be able to waive the fee depending on availability and continuity of care.
If something unexpected arises, please reach out (email, text) as soon as you can — we’ll talk through it.
➯ What can I expect in my first session?
Your first session is a 60-minute, unrushed space to arrive, breathe, and be met just as you are.
Together, we’ll explore:
what brings you in
your emotional patterns and stress levels
any trauma history
cultural, familial, or spiritual influences
what you hope for in therapy
We move slowly and with body-awareness.
You’ll be invited to notice sensations (warmth, tightness, breath), pause when needed, and settle into your own pace.
We’ll end with a grounding check-in so you leave feeling supported and steady.
➯ How do I begin?
Start with a free 15–20 minute consultation so we can see if we’re a good fit.
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If we move forward, you’ll receive intake paperwork through Alma, and then we’ll schedule your first session.
➯ How do virtual sessions work?
Virtual sessions allow you to access deep, attuned care from wherever you feel safest — home, office, or any private space.
For the session, please:
choose a quiet, uninterrupted location
silence notifications
use a laptop or larger screen when possible
avoid joining from public places or while driving
When your environment feels calm, your nervous system can soften, making the work more effective.
➯ I’m an existing client and experiencing a mental health emergency.
I care deeply about your safety.
And I’m not able to provide crisis or on-call support outside business hours: Monday - Thursday: 9am - 5pm.
If you feel unsafe or are in immediate distress, please reach out to one of these resources right away:
911 or your nearest emergency room
988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Boston area: BEST Team 1-800-981-4357 (24/7)
After getting support, you may leave me a voicemail (not email) to update me. I’ll return your call as soon as I’m able, though I cannot guarantee a response within 24 hours.
Your safety comes first.