FAQs

How do I know when it is time to get support?

You will know when its time to get additional support from a licensed professional when you feel like you’ve tried everything in your existing toolkit and can’t seem to get to where you want to be. In my experience, the sooner you reach out for help, the better. However, it is never “too late.”

What is a Marriage and Family Therapist?

Marriage and Family Therapists are mental health professionals trained in psychotherapy and family systems. This allows them to be able to provide services to a wide range of clients including: children, teens, young adults, adults, elders, couples and families.

What is a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Therapist?

Certified Perinatal Mental Health Therapist is a mental health provider who has received training in helping the prenatal and perinatal population, worked with the population, and has passed the exam to become certified.

How long does therapy last?

The length and frequency of therapy depends on each individual or couple. On average, clients will have one session per week from anywhere from 3-12 months. When symptoms are significantly reduced or eliminated, the frequency of sessions can be reduced, leading up to termination of services. Clients can always come back for “check-ins” or “tune-ups” as needed.

Am I a good fit for online therapy?

Online therapy is best for clients who are experiencing mild to moderate difficulties in their life due to life transitions or a difficult season. It is also appropriate for individuals who have trouble with anxiety, stress, lacking motivation and want help getting “unstuck”. For couples, online therapy is beneficial for clients who want to improve an “ok” relationship or for couples who want to work through some issues such as: communication, connection, intimacy etc.

Is online therapy appropriate for everyone?

Unfortunately, no. Due to the nature of online therapy, not everyone is a good fit. The main concern here is safety. Clients who have more complex issues or more severe symptoms would require a higher level of care that would not be available to them via online counseling services (like crisis intervention). Clients with mental health concerns that are moderate to severe would be better served with in-person services.

How is my information protected when doing online therapy?

We will be using a secure, confidential, HIPAA compliant platform to conduct all video and messaging communication and to upload/send/receive files.

I live outside of California, can I still make an appointment?

A mental health therapist is only allowed to practice in the state that he/she is licensed in. I am licensed in California and Nevada. If you are located outside of California or Nevada, unfortunately, you are unable to make an appointment.