FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Everything you want to know before reaching out.
Deciding to start therapy takes courage, and it helps to know what you are walking into. These are the questions I hear most often from women who are considering reaching out. If something is not answered here, you are always welcome to ask during your free consultation.
GETTING STARTED
How do I get started working with you?
The first step is a free 15-minute consultation. It is a low-pressure conversation, a chance for you to ask questions, share a little about what is going on, and get a feel for whether working together seems like a good fit. There is no commitment involved.
What happens in the first session?
Your first session is 60 minutes. We will talk about what brought you in, what has been going on, and what you are hoping to get out of therapy. By the end we will have a clearer sense of how we will work together.
Do you only work with women?
My practice is specifically focused on professional women. The work I do is deeply informed by the particular pressures women face, at home, at work, and in relationships.
SESSIONS AND SCHEDULING
Where do sessions take place?
Sessions are held in person at my office in Cary, NC. In-person is how I primarily work and I believe it creates the kind of focus and connection that makes this work most effective. That said, I know life does not always cooperate. For clients who travel frequently, have an unavoidable work conflict, or are not feeling well, telehealth is available as a flexible option. It is there when you need it, it is just not the default.
How does scheduling work?
I work with clients in standing weekly appointments. That means we meet at the same time each week, consistently. This structure is intentional, weekly sessions allow us to build on what we are working on from one week to the next.
How long are ongoing sessions?
Ongoing sessions are 50 minutes, once a week. Weekly frequency is what I recommend for all clients, it keeps the work moving and gives us enough continuity to go somewhere real.
How long will I be in therapy?
Most clients work with me for 6 to 12 months, though that varies depending on what you are working on. We will check in regularly on how things are going.
Will I have things to do between sessions?
Sometimes. Not homework in the traditional sense, more like small things to notice or try between sessions. Nothing that feels like a test or an assignment.
FEES AND INSURANCE
How much do sessions cost?
My fees are straightforward. Payment is due at the time of each session and I accept credit card, HSA, and FSA.
Initial Session (60 minutes) - $195
Ongoing Sessions (50 minutes) - $175
Do you accept insurance?
I am a private pay, out-of-network provider. I do not bill insurance directly.
What is a Good Faith Estimate?
Under the No Surprises Act, healthcare providers are required to give clients a written estimate of expected charges for services. You can download my Good Faith Estimate here.
THE WORK ITSELF
What can I expect from working with you?
I work differently than a lot of therapists. I am not going to tell you what to do or what should matter to you, that is not my job and it is not what helps. What I will do is help you understand what is going on underneath the exhaustion, the resentment, the sense that things should not feel this hard.
What kind of results do clients typically see?
The women I work with often describe feeling less reactive, less responsible for everything and everyone around them, and more connected to what they actually want. The common thread is that women start to feel more like themselves again.
What this means for you: You pay my fee at the time of each session. I provide a superbill, a detailed receipt, that you can submit to your insurance company for potential out-of-network reimbursement.
Out-of-network reimbursement varies by plan and typically ranges from 30 to 90 percent. I would recommend calling the member services number on your insurance card and asking about your out-of-network mental health benefits before we begin.
If you have questions about this, it is a great thing to bring up during your free consultation.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS
The free consultation is the right place to ask them.
Fifteen minutes. No commitment. Just a conversation to see if this feels like the right fit.