Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, I am accepting new patients. Please schedule your free consultation today!

I am located in St. Petersburg, FL. I presently offer telehealth services in Florida, Tennessee and Michigan. I will see those who prefer in person session in my office located in St. Petersburg, FL.

While I have a special focus in pregnancy/postpartum experiences, grief and loss, and life transitions / stress, I also provide therapy for the following:

• Anxiety

• Boundary Setting

• Depression

• Stress

• College Stress

• Family Conflict

• Life Transitions

• Women’s issues

• Coping Skills

• Relationship Issues

• LGBTQIA supportive

• If your area of concern is not on this list, do not fret, as I may still be able to help you. Please schedule a free consultation to determine if I can be of service to you.

You will receive a link via email to log into your session. It will be virtual (telehealth) using video software. Many people like these types of sessions due to the ease of scheduling and not having to add the commute time to the appointment time.

At this time, I offering in-person sessions in St. Petersburg, FL.

I am not accepting new clients under the age of 18 at this time.

At this time, I do not offer group therapy.

$150 per 50 minute session - limited sliding scale spots offered

I am credentialed with Aetna, Optum and United Health plans. I am credentialed with Medicare in Florida which includes part B supplemental insurance but does not include advantage plans or Medicaid.

Super bills will be provided, by request, for out of network benefits that you can submit for reimbursement to your insurance, if eligible.

Good Faith Estimate

You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost.

Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services.

You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees.

Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service.

If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.

Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 800-985-3059.

I proudly provide services to Veterans and their families. As a token of my appreciation for your service to our country and your family’s sacrifice, I do offer a military discount, for self pay clients, with appropriate identification. Details will be discussed during your free consultation.

After your free 15 minute consultation, your initial session is 50 minutes. We can craft an ongoing therapy schedule that meets your needs and fits your personal schedule during your initial session. An average session in 50 minutes but can be longer or shorter depending on individual need.

You will be emailed screening questionnaires and new patient forms to be signed and submitted prior to your initial appointment. At your first appointment, I will get to know you by gathering history, prior mental health treatment / experiences, and discussing your reasons for pursing therapy. We will review the forms and policies together. You will also receive psychoeducational materials if time permits, otherwise, they will be provided based on relevance throughout future sessions.

Your therapy sessions and length of therapy will be based on your individual needs, diagnosis and severity, and treatment modality. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), but with a eclectic approach so other modalities may also be incorporated.

No, I do not prescribe medications for any of the problems for which I provide therapy. If I feel that medications may be of benefit to you during your therapy sessions, I will refer you to a practitioner who prescribes medications.

No, I do not complete forms, such as but not limited to, disability or emotional support animal letters. Those forms will need to be completed by another provider such as your primary care provider (PCP) or psychiatrist.

I protect your privacy by not revealing the contents of your therapy, but also not revealing that you are even in therapy. I will not leave revealing information on voicemail or text. I also ask that you do not record our sessions for your privacy as well. I will not acknowledge to outside parties that you are a client or that you have an appointment. I will not discuss the contents of therapy with a third party without your explicit, written consent. Your confidentiality is protected by state laws and HIPAA. There are exceptions to this rule, with the most common being if you use health insurance or are an imminent threat to yourself or someone else. I am happy to discuss any confidentiality concerns during your free consultation.