Frequently Asked Questions

I am located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. I use a secure telehealth platform to provide individual therapy services to clients located in Minnesota and across the country. I am able to offer therapy via telehealth in 40 states, including:

Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Connecticut, Colorado, Delaware, District of Columbia, Georgia, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington. West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

I am able to offer therapy via telehealth in 40 states, including:

Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Connecticut, Colorado, Delaware, District of Columbia, Georgia, Florida, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington. West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Not at this time, although this may be an option in the future.

I provide individual therapy for adult (18+) men and women. I do not work with children and do not provide couples counseling or family therapy.

I accept commercial Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance plans (such as those offered through your employer). I am otherwise considered an out-of-network provider. If I am out-of-network with your insurance plan, I can provide you with the necessary receipts/superbills to file with your insurance company so that you can receive partial reimbursement for the cost of sessions (depending on your plan’s out-of-network benefits). Whether an individual has out-of-network benefits and how generous these benefits are varies from plan to plan; however, my clients are often able receive reimbursement for 30-60% of the total cost of sessions.

Many insurance plans will reimburse you for a specific percentage of cost of your therapy visits. You can call your insurance provider to determine whether this is an option for you. Some helpful questions you might consider asking your insurance provider include:

o Do I have a policy that includes out-of-network mental/behavioral health benefits?

o How much/what percentage of the cost is covered per therapy session?

o What is my responsibility/co-pay/coinsurance for each session?

o You can inquire about reimbursement for the CPT codes I use: 90791; 90837; 90834.

o Do I have an out-of-network deductible? If so, how much is it?

o How much of my out-of-network deductible have I met already?

o What is the start date of my out-of-network policy?

$205 per 50-minute individual therapy session. I do accept commercial Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance plans as well.

I accept payment through Stripe, a HIPAA-complaint payment system that accepts all major credit, debit, and HSA cards.

I provide services via a HIPAA-compliant telehealth/video platform to protect your privacy and confidentiality, as well as allow you to easily connect to your therapy sessions from the comfort of your own location.

Prior to our first visit, I will send you some questionnaires to complete so that I can get a sense for what your difficulties, needs, and goals are. Our first session will be mostly geared toward getting to know one another and giving you the opportunity to share as much as you feel comfortable sharing about yourself and your difficulties. Some of my clients prefer that I provide more structure/direction than others, in which case I am happy to ask direct questions to help us start our conversation.

My practice is rooted in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Broadly, this means I work with my clients to identify patterns in their thinking and behavior that drive their emotional difficulties, and help them apply these insights such that they might lead more engaged, connected and meaningful lives.

We will start by meeting once per week as we get our hands around your concerns. Then, as we make progress, we’ll transition to biweekly and then monthly sessions.

This depends on your needs and goals. Many of my clients wrap their work up in three months or less, some take around six months, and others continue therapy for a year or longer. The process of therapy is unique for everyone, and I tailor my approach based on where you are and where you want to be. We will regularly check in throughout the process to discuss your progress and timeline.

I am a psychologist, and I cannot prescribe medication because I do not have a medical degree. Medication can be helpful, but it’s not always necessary. I have many clients who make great progress in therapy without medication. If you are seeking an evaluation for psychiatric medication, you can contact a primary care provider or a psychiatrist. I can help you find a prescriber who fits your needs and if you are already taking medication, I am happy to coordinate with your provider.

Making the decision to start any type of therapy is deeply personal and it’s important not to push someone who’s not ready. If someone is open to trying therapy, it can be helpful to practice empathy and remind them that seeking help is a normal part of life and that therapy can provide a safe, confidential, and supportive space for someone to work on their difficulties. If you’ve had positive personal experiences with therapy, it can be helpful to share these. Finally, it can be helpful to talk with the person about what they might be looking for in terms of the therapist’s specialization, experience, and personal characteristics to help them find a good fit.