Q: How can therapy help me?
Therapy can support you in managing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or body image concerns — and it can also help you understand patterns, heal from the past, and move toward the changes you want to make.
It’s a space to feel heard, gain clarity, and build tools that work in your daily life. Whether you’re navigating something specific or just feeling stuck, therapy can help you move forward with more confidence and support.
Q: Do I really need therapy? I can usually handle things on my own.
It’s completely valid to feel unsure about whether therapy is necessary — especially if you’ve always been the one who “handles it.”
But needing support doesn’t mean you’re failing — it means you’re human. Therapy isn’t just for moments of crisis. It’s for people who want to better understand themselves, navigate patterns that aren’t working anymore, and move through life with more intention and support.
You don’t have to wait until things get unmanageable. Sometimes just talking things through with someone trained to listen differently can offer clarity, relief, and a new way forward.
Q: Why do people go to therapy — and how do I know if it’s right for me?
People come to therapy for all kinds of reasons. Sometimes it’s a major life transition — a breakup, a loss, a career shift. Other times it’s anxiety, depression, or feeling overwhelmed in ways that are hard to explain. Some are dealing with longstanding patterns, like people-pleasing, perfectionism, or not feeling “good enough,” while others simply want space to understand themselves better.
You don’t have to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. If something in your life feels stuck, heavy, or out of sync — therapy can help you sort through it, find clarity, and make meaningful changes.
The right time to start therapy isn’t when things are “bad enough.” It’s when you’re ready to show up for yourself in a new way — even if you’re not sure what that looks like yet.
Q: How long will I need to be in therapy?
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer — the length of therapy depends on your goals, your pace, and what’s going on in your life right now.
In our initial sessions, I’ll get to know your story, your current challenges, and what you’re hoping to get out of therapy. Together, we’ll talk about what the process might look like — including frequency, focus, and what kind of support makes the most sense for you.
Some people come for a specific issue and stay for a few months. Others use therapy as ongoing support for deeper healing or continued growth. Life, finances, and emotional bandwidth all play a part — and that’s okay. Therapy isn’t a sprint; it’s a process. You don’t have to figure it all out at once.
Q: What is therapy like?
Therapy looks a little different for everyone — and it often depends on what you're bringing in, what you hope to get out of it, and how we work together. While there are some common threads (like regular sessions and honest conversation), how therapy unfolds is deeply personal.
In general, you can expect to talk about what’s happening in your life right now, as well as past experiences that may still be affecting you. We’ll look at patterns, explore emotions, and work to create more space between your reactions and your choices. Some people come in with a clear goal; others just know they don’t want to feel the way they’ve been feeling.
I aim to create a space that feels safe, honest, and supportive — where you can do the real work, at your pace. I tend to be direct and transparent, while also bringing empathy, curiosity, and a little humor when it helps lighten the load.
Between sessions, I may invite you to reflect, journal, notice certain patterns, or read something relevant — not as “homework,” but as tools to support your process outside the therapy room. Real change often happens between the sessions.
Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all. It’s a collaborative space where we can figure out what works best for you.
Q: Do you take insurance, and how does that work?
I’m a private pay therapist, which means I do not bill insurance directly or participate in any insurance networks. However, many of my clients with out-of-network benefits have been able to get partial reimbursement from their insurance providers.
If you’d like to pursue this, I’m happy to provide you with a superbill — a detailed receipt you can submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement.
Coverage for out-of-network therapy varies widely depending on your plan. To get the most accurate information, I recommend calling your insurance provider directly. While I can’t guarantee reimbursement, many clients do receive a portion of their fees back. If you have questions about how this works, I’m happy to walk you through the process.
Q: Is what we talk about in therapy confidential?
Yes — confidentiality is a cornerstone of therapy, and I take it very seriously. What you share in our sessions stays between us. You deserve a space where you can speak freely, without fear of judgment or unwanted disclosure.
There are a few important legal exceptions to confidentiality, which apply to all licensed therapists in Colorado. We’ll go over all of this more thoroughly during your first session, so you’ll always know where your privacy stands.
If you ever have questions about confidentiality — or just want to double-check what’s okay to share — I’ll always be transparent and respectful in that conversation. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe enough to be real.