"When we speak we are afraid our words will not be heard or welcomed. But when we are silent, we are still afraid. So it is better to speak."

What distinguishes a Marriage & Family Therapist from other therapists?

Marriage and Family Therapists (MFT) are psychotherapists who are specifically trained to understand mental health issues through a systemic lens. Whereas many other therapists see problems as existing solely within an individual, a MFT seeks to understand your context by examining relational dynamics in your past and present. This dynamic approach allows clients to externalize issues which once felt like inescapable, internal failings and instead, learn to see their concerns as existing due to the complex systems at play in their life. Once you let go of the pathologizing way that society typically sees mental health, you are better equipped to make the changes you desire.

Does a Marriage & Family Therapist see clients individually?

Yes! Our understanding of the various systems at work in your life equip an MFT to better understand the context that you come from including social location, the dynamics of your family of origin, and the patterns playing out in the relationships in your life. In short, an MFT considers the impact of the context you come from and the relationships in your life, even when those folks aren't physically in the room.

What will happen in therapy?

First, we'll work at your pace to build a relationship where you feel safe and able to explore the nuances of the issues that brought you to therapy.  We'll do the work of uncovering how you've gotten to where you are and build a foundation of tools to support change. Depending on where you are, we may work on improving sense of self, processing trauma, improving intimacy and communication, or learning coping strategies.

What type of theories do you use?

I identify as an integrative therapist who is utilizes techniques from various theories including Psychodynamic, Attachment, Narrative, and Bowenian theories. Regardless of the techniques employed in an individual session, I always approach therapy with a systemic, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive foundation, which integrates queer and feminist perspectives. My foremost goals are to be intuitive, warm, and accessible regardless of my client's identity.

What about the logistics? (i.e. When are you available? How much will it cost? How long are sessions? Anything else I need to know?)

We'll work together to find a time that works for you. I am currently offering services via telehealth only.  Each session or supervision is $200 for 50 minutes. I have a limited number of sliding scale slots for folks with financial concerns. I am not in-network with any insurance companies. If you would like to utilize your out-of-network benefits,  a superbill can be provided upon request for reimbursement from your insurance company. I encourage you to contact your insurance company directly with questions about reimbursement.

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