Our first couple of sessions together will be a bit more structured where I’ll ask you questions related to your personal history, your ancestry, current experiences, strengths, and more. It’s a chance for me to get to know you better and understand the various areas of your life that help shape you. Share as much as you feel comfortable; therapy is a process and there’s no need to rush.

At Embodied Insight Counseling, sessions are 50 minutes once per week at a scheduled day/time we both agree upon.

Some people know right away from their consultation call; for others, especially folks who are new to therapy, it can take a few sessions to settle in and get to know me. You can certainly ask me questions anytime! I always want my clients to feel supported, heard, trusted and cared for. To me, it’s important that you feel comfortable and never feel judged.

Please do! Disagreeing with me will happen, is normal, and is expected. I invite you to correct me as it will benefit your care and improve my understanding of you. It might take some time to feel comfortable doing so, and that’s ok! Just know I’m always open to your feedback and I work hard to understand all parts of you.

This is a common question participants have, and the answer is it’s different for everyone. Healing isn’t linear nor predictable; growth doesn’t always feel good, and therapy can help by building tolerance for that discomfort. Some people pursue therapy for months or years and usually notice they feel better sooner than they realize. Our sessions will likely be a mix of moments of growth and a deepening of your understanding of self, laughter and humor, and some powerful emotions. Remember you’re not alone and I’m right alongside you, Together we’ll help you feel more connected to your Self.

YES! It’s the same virtually as it is in person. Some people find it comforting to be in their ownspace as they’re reprocessing, and others find it important to be in an office with their therapist. It’s all based on your preference.

Great question! This is evident in the way I live personally and professionally; the language I use to describe this work; the structure of my sessions; offerings to participants; and the learning I seek out. I recognize that psychotherapy has been built under white-body supremacy and I strive to identify ways in which I am complicit in supporting systems of oppression and to identify ways to take action to promote a more equitable, safe world. I proactively work to increase my awareness of my privilege and advocate where I can to promote equity and accessibility. Engaging in local and global activism is important to me and I do so when I can, whether it's sending letters to congress, attending a protest, or reposting important content related to global events. I recognize this is a lifelong learning and unlearning; I also recognize the imperativeness in listening to and supporting the Global Majority.

I support people ages 18+ from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Folks may be struggling with feeling anxious or are curious to learn more about themselves within their culture to increase their self-worth. They may be exploring multiple layers of their identity; want to make positive changes in their lives but are feeling stuck; or are seeking to better navigate relationships in their life.

I’m passionate about supporting 2SLGBTQIA+ Millenials, fellow healers (spiritual and clinical), and Empaths. If you feel like any of these ring true for you, let’s chat!

Yes, I’d love to! I also offer relationship (couples) counseling. I’m kink, polyam- and CNM-affirming. My approach to couples/partner therapy is rooted in Intimacy from the Inside Out (IFIO), a model which stems from IFS and promotes growth and healing for the individuals and relationship, as well as Nonviolent Communication (NVC), which offers effective tools for communication and getting needs met.

Therapy is a financial investment and an emotional, physical, and mental investment in your lifelong well-being. I’m committed to honoring this invaluable investment in yourself! My fees are set in accordance with average market value rates for the zip codes I serve and the level of training I possess. Please note that I evaluate investment costs each year, and they are subject to change.

Initial phone consultations (15-20min) are free.

Your investment in individual therapy is $250 for the initial intake session (50-60min) and $225 for all subsequent therapy sessions (50-55min). Couples/relationship counseling is $300 per session (50-55min). There is an annual (January 1) 3% increase to account for inflation/cost-of-living increases. All payments are due at the time of service and processed via secure Stripe credit card processing through SimplePractice, my Electronic Health Record (EHR).

A limited number of sliding scale, or needs-based, spots are available. Please be mindful that if you request a sliding scale when you can truthfully afford my full fee, you are limiting access to those who truly need the gift of financial flexibility. Being honest with yourself and your financial situation when engaging with a needs-based scale grows strong and sustainable communities. It also respects the work of practitioners like myself in the healing field who support themselves and loved ones and also have bills to pay. Additionally, when I am paid fairly, I can invest more time and resources in free and lower-cost offerings. (conceptualized by Alexis J. Cunningfolk of Worts & Cunning Apothecary)

I am considered an Out-of-Network (OON) provider with all health insurance plans. Please contact your insurance company’s Member Services line before booking an appointment with me to determine whether they cover out-of-network benefits.

Some participants prefer to self-pay for their sessions (and not seek reimbursement from their insurance) as insurance companies require a diagnosis to justify “medically necessary” treatment, and insurances can also request access to the sensitive information participants share with their therapists. Read more here about the benefits of working directly with your therapist.

As I mentioned, I am out-of-network (OON) with all insurance companies. Particpants can choose either private pay or pursue reimbursement through their insurance plan. Private pay means the participant does not choose to receive reimbursement from their insurance plan, thus keeping their information out of their medical record.

At the start of each month, you’ll receive a “superbill” (a specific receipt for the prior month’s sessions) which you will send (via mail or upload on the insurance plan’s site) to your insurance company so they can reimburse you for a portion of the fee based on your “benefit schedule.” You can also choose to submit your claims electronically for a fee through Reimbursify.

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If you are choosing to use OON benefits, here are some helpful questions you should ask your insurance provider before beginning sessions with me so you’re fully informed of your financial investment:

1. Do you cover out-of-network benefits for psychotherapy via telehealth? How many sessions per calendar year are covered? Are there any limits?

2. What is my deductible, co-pay, or co-insurance? When does my deductible reset? After I’ve met my deductible, what percentage or amount of my services will be reimbursed?

3. What is the usual timeframe to receive reimbursement? 

4. How do I submit my superbill each month? Is there a window for timely filing? (for example, some insurances require a participant to fill out a brief subscriber claim form and mail or upload the completed form and your superbill to health insurance. This should be done as soon as possible upon receipt of a superbill. Be sure to verify all of this with your individual plan to be certain of their protocol.)

I know it can be tricky to navigate insurance. If you have any questions based on the information your insurance provides, I’ll do my best to help clarify!

Absolutely! I work with participants virtually through a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform. If you’re choosing to use your health insurance’s OON benefits, you will need to contact their Member Services to verify that your plan covers teletherapy, or psychotherapy via telehealth, within your state. Telehealth coverage by insurance is not guaranteed.

I am only licensed in the states of Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Wisconsin and therefore cannot meet with participants when they are not physically in one of those states.

Not at this time. My office hours fall between 8am-4pm Monday through Wednesday.

I require 48hrs notice if you need to cancel or reschedule a session. If you miss an appointment or cancel within the 48hrs you will be charged the full session fee. Text and/or email reminders are sent to you 72hrs prior to our scheduled appointments, and I also encourage you to set up your own reminders.

I don’t have the education or license to prescribe medications, however, when it seems like medication may be a helpful next step, I help connect participants to prescribers in their community.

Not formally as I do not have the training. To decolonize my therapy practice, I also try to abstain from pathologizing participants. However, it’s important to note that when participants are utilizing their insurance to pay for sessions, a diagnosis must be given. Additionally, if a participant believes they may benefit from a diagnostic assessment, there are various options we can look into together to decide on the best next steps.