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Together, we’ll work towards relief of stresses and symptoms.

Therapy can be beneficial to anyone who is experiencing discontent in their current quality of life, whether it be from past or current trauma, difficulty controlling their emotions or moods, negative thoughts or behaviors, issues in their relationships, experiencing a change or life transition, or circumstances that feel out of their control.

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I provide individual therapy for adults, ages 18+. My treatment specialties include, but are not limited to:

· Trauma and PTSD
· Anxiety
· Depression
· Stress Management
· Relationship Concerns
· EMDR THERAPY

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EMDR Therapy or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy is an evidenced-based therapy approach, designed to help individuals heal from the longstanding effects of negative experiences or trauma.

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When you hear the word “trauma”, you may assume that term refers only to overtly traumatic experiences, such as a time when you felt your life was in danger (this is what we refer to as “Big T” trauma). More often, however, many people experience what we call “little t” trauma, which are less overt adverse life experiences, such as a series of uncomfortable interactions with a family member that may have even seemed normal at the time. Both types of trauma, little and big, can have major impacts on your overall wellbeing.

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In a general sense, when we go through a neutral or positive experience, our brains are able to easily process this information and store it in our past. When we endure a negative or traumatic experience, however, sometimes our brains get “stuck” when trying to process this information. Being “stuck” can result in uncomfortable thoughts, emotions, and sensations that are easily triggered.

EMDR Therapy is a process that uses structured eye movements, along with focusing on the negative experience, to help our brains correctly process the information and therefore decrease the uncomfortable symptoms.

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EMDR Therapy was originally created for the treatment of PTSD (Posttraumatic Stress Disorder), but it has since been supported to be effective in treating depression, anxiety, panic, phobias, complicated grief, and more. EMDR Therapy can be an extremely helpful therapy on its own, but it can also help facilitate healing and change in combination with other therapy approaches.

During our first few sessions, we can discuss more about EMDR Therapy, and if it may be a helpful part of our work together. For more detailed information on EMDR Therapy and its research support, please visit the EMDR International Association website.

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EMDR Therapy.

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EMDR Therapy.

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EMDR or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy is an evidenced-based therapy approach, designed to help individuals heal from the longstanding effects of negative experiences or trauma.

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When you hear the word “trauma”, you may assume that term refers only to overtly traumatic experiences, such as a time when you felt your life was in danger (this is what we refer to as “Big T” trauma). More often, however, many people experience what we call “little t” trauma, which are less overt adverse life experiences, such as a series of uncomfortable interactions with a family member that may have even seemed normal at the time. Both types of trauma, little and big, can have major impacts on your overall wellbeing.

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EMDR or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy is an evidenced-based therapy approach, designed to help individuals heal from the longstanding effects of negative experiences or trauma.

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When you hear the word “trauma”, you may assume that term refers only to overtly traumatic experiences, such as a time when you felt your life was in danger (this is what we refer to as “Big T” trauma). More often, however, many people experience what we call “little t” trauma, which are less overt adverse life experiences, such as a series of uncomfortable interactions with a family member that may have even seemed normal at the time. Both types of trauma, little and big, can have major impacts on your overall wellbeing.

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EMDR or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy is an evidenced-based therapy approach, designed to help individuals heal from the longstanding effects of negative experiences or trauma.

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When you hear the word “trauma”, you may assume that term refers only to overtly traumatic experiences, such as a time when you felt your life was in danger (this is what we refer to as “Big T” trauma). More often, however, many people experience what we call “little t” trauma, which are less overt adverse life experiences, such as a series of uncomfortable interactions with a family member that may have even seemed normal at the time. Both types of trauma, little and big, can have major impacts on your overall wellbeing.

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Understanding Costs

My work with clients is tailored for each person.

After an initial foundation-setting session, we’ll develop an action plan and start our work on the path towards a healthier and more fulfilled life for you. Consistency is key when establishing good habits and addressing your health needs, so we’ll work together to establish a rhythm for our sessions that fits your needs and schedule.

Fees & Payment Options

All clients start with an initial intake session, which is a critical and comprehensive foundational appointment. Once we’ve completed the the intake session, you’ll move to follow-on sessions. 

Initial Intake Session

$200

Follow-on Sessions

$165

Payment Options & Details

I do not accept any insurance, and thus work within a self-pay agreement with clients. Self-pay services allow clients increased privacy and control over their treatment. Due to this freedom, I can offer more specific, individualized treatment for clients. We can work together, intuitively and creatively, to find an approach that works best for you, without interference. Self-pay services offer two major benefits to both the provider & the client:

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I am not bound by the insurance company’s confines of having to report a specific diagnosis. I am able to help people who struggle in parts of their life and need guidance and will truly benefit from therapy but may not meet the full criteria for a diagnosis.

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We avoid insurance companies seeking information about your treatment, documenting information, or limiting our work together in any way, such as treatment plans or number of sessions.

All major credit cards are accepted. You may also use Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts to pay for services. Payment is due at time of service.

GOOD FAITH ESTIMATE: Prior to your initial intake session, you will be provided a Good Faith Estimate. A Good Faith Estimate shows the costs of items and services that are reasonably expected for your health care needs for an item or service. The estimate is based on information known at the time the estimate was created. If you are billed for more than this Good Faith Estimate, you have the right to dispute the bill. The Good Faith Estimate does not include any unknown or unexpected costs that may arise during treatment. You could be charged more if complications or special circumstances occur. If this happens, federal law allows you to dispute (appeal) the bill. You may contact the health care provider or facility listed to let them know the billed charges are higher than the Good Faith Estimate. You can ask them to update the bill to match the Good Faith Estimate, ask to negotiate the bill, or ask if there is financial assistance available. You may also start a dispute resolution process with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). If you choose to use the dispute resolution process, you must start the dispute process within 120 calendar days (about 4 months) of the date on the original bill. There is a $25 fee to use the dispute process. If the agency reviewing your dispute agrees with you, you will have to pay the price on this Good Faith Estimate. If the agency disagrees with you and agrees with the health care provider or facility, you will have to pay the higher amount. To learn more and get a form to start the process, go to www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call HHS at (800) 368-1019. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate or the dispute process, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call (800) 368-1019.

Cancellation Policy

I request a 24-hour notice for cancellations. If an appointment has been scheduled and you do not present, or cancel the appointment with less than 24 hours notice, please note the full appointment fee will be charged.
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