Fees & FAQ
Fees & questions
You should know what therapy costs before you begin, and have your questions answered before you reach out. If something isn’t covered here, ask in your free consult.
Fees
Clear, upfront pricing
30 minutes. Ask anything, see if it feels right. No commitment.
Online or walk-and-talk.
Extended, focused sessions, planned together in advance.
- Paymentprivate pay — accepted methods
- Insurancein-network plans, if any
- Out-of-networksuperbills: yes / no
- Sliding scaleoffered? limited spots?
Why private pay?
What private pay can mean for you
Working privately, without billing an insurance company, can mean no insurer-required diagnosis, since a diagnosis is usually needed for insurance claims. It can also mean more privacy, because less information about your care is shared with third parties.
It can also allow more flexibility in how we work together, including session format and frequency, such as walk-and-talk sessions or EMDR intensives. Whether it’s the right fit depends on your situation, and we can talk it through in your free consult.
Your rights
Good Faith Estimate
Under the federal No Surprises Act, if you aren’t using insurance you have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate of the expected cost of your care. Ask for one any time, including in your free consult. If you’re billed $400 or more over your estimate, you can dispute the bill. Learn more at cms.gov/nosurprises.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What happens in the free 30-minute consult?
It’s a relaxed conversation, not an assessment. We talk about what’s bringing you to therapy, you can ask anything you like about how I work, fees and scheduling, and together we get a sense of whether working together feels like the right fit. It’s free, it lasts 30 minutes, and there’s no pressure or commitment.
How much does therapy cost?
Sessions are private pay: session fee & length. EMDR intensives are priced by format: intensive format & price. The consult is always free. See fees & payment for details.
Do you take insurance?
in-network plans, if any. If you have out-of-network benefits, superbills: yes / no. It’s worth calling your insurer and asking about “out-of-network outpatient mental health” coverage. Reimbursement is never guaranteed.
Do you offer sessions online or in person?
Sessions are online by video for anyone located in California. If you’re near Santa Monica, walk-and-talk sessions outdoors are also available (walk-and-talk meeting area). We can talk through which feels best in your consult.
Who do you work with?
I work especially with women who look like they’re holding it all together but feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck underneath. I also love working with young adults (18–25) and neurodivergent people navigating trauma, identity, boundaries, self-worth, relationships and family dynamics.
What does “Associate Marriage & Family Therapist” (AMFT) mean?
An AMFT has completed a qualifying master’s degree, is registered with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, and practices under the clinical supervision of a licensed therapist while completing the hours required for full licensure. I’m registered as AMFT #157937, and my supervisor is Sarah Iccacio, LMFT #128686. Supervision means an experienced clinician supports the work, while everything you share stays confidential within your care.
What is EMDR, and what is an EMDR intensive?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) helps the brain and body process difficult experiences so they no longer feel overwhelming or stuck. An intensive is an extended, focused block of EMDR work, carefully prepared and paced, so you can make meaningful progress without the stop-and-start of weekly sessions. Learn about intensives.
How long will therapy take?
It depends on what you’re working on and what you want from therapy. Some people come for a focused stretch; others prefer longer-term support. We’ll talk about it in your consult and keep checking in together as we go.
What if I’m in crisis?
Please don’t wait for a consult. Call or text 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), call 911, or go to your nearest emergency room. This website and its forms aren’t monitored for emergencies.
Your first step
Start with a free 30-minute conversation
Reaching out can feel like a big step. In a free 30-minute consult we talk about what’s bringing you here, you ask anything you like, and we see whether working together feels right — at your own pace.
- Free
- 30 minutes
- No pressure, no commitment