Common Questions
Is counseling right for me?Seeking out therapy is often a difficult and personal decision. There are many reasons why people may decide to come to therapy. Sometimes it is to deal with long-standing issue, or struggles with anxiety or depression. Other times it is in response to unexpected changes in life such as a being laid off or going through a divorce. The purpose of counseling is to 1.) identify issues; 2.) create goals to resolve those issues; and 3.) achieve positive results through a process of personal change. Working with a therapist can help provide insight, support, and new strategies for all types of life challenges. Therapy can help address many types of issues including depression, anxiety, conflict, stress management, marital problems, and general life transitions.
Is therapy confidential?In general, the law protects the privacy of all communications between a client and a counselor, and I can release information about our work to others only with your written permission. But there are a few exceptions to confidentiality defined in the state and federal statutes. The most common of these exceptions are: (1) when someone is in danger of being harmed such as suicidal or homicidal; (2) when a court issues a subpoena; or (3) when child/elder abuse and/or neglect is involved.
How do you incorporate your Christian principles and ethics into counseling?I believe that basic Christian principles provide a solid basis for a healthy lifestyle. I will encourage you to pursue a healthy lifestyle mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. However, during counseling, I will not judge, preach to you, or try to convert you to a certain denomination point of view. My goal is to meet you where you are and address all of your needs.
Do I have to be a Christian to use your services?No, I will honor and respect your religious orientation; however, my counseling philosophies are founding in basic Christian principles.
What ages and populations do you work with?I work with individuals, couples and families. However, I do not conduct play therapy therefore, I do not counsel children under 12 years old.
What region do you service?I am licensed in the state of Texas but North Texas is where most of my clients are located. I live in the Granbury, TX area and offer video therapy.
Do you accept insurance?I am a provider on several major insurances (see list below). I encourage you to find out exactly what mental health services your insurance policy covers. Insurances: Aetna, Amerigroup, Blue Cross Blue Shield, ComPsych, CorpCare EAP, GPA, Humana (LifeSynch), Magellan, Traditional Medicaid, Superior Health and United.
What is your payment policy?Counseling sessions are $125 per hour. Payment for service is expected at the time of service. Payment options include insurance or private pay. For those who prefer to file with their insurance, their payment varies per their policy. Often, it is a flat co-pay such as what you pay at a doctor office. I encourage you to call your insurance prior to our first appointment.
What is your cancellation policy?Regular attendance at your counseling session is one of the keys to a successful outcome in counseling. Typically, I reserve one 50-minute session per week. Once an appointment hour is scheduled, you will be expected to pay for it unless you provide 24-hour advance notice of cancellation. You will be billed a $75 fee for any late cancellations or no-shows. Further, repeated late cancellations or missed appointments may result in termination of treatment. What is EMDR Therapy? Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is an extensively researched, effective psychotherapy method proven to help people recover from trauma and other distressing life experiences, including PTSD, anxiety, depression, and panic disorders. Click here to learn more about how EMDR is different from other therapy, how it affects your brain, and who can benefit.
Is it possible to do EMDR Therapy virtually?Yes, it is possible to do EMDR therapy virtually via a phone app or purchasing your own EMDR machine. We will determine which option is best for you during our treatment planning.
Do you offer in-person therapy?At this time, I am only offering virtual counseling via phone or video.
Is therapy confidential?In general, the law protects the privacy of all communications between a client and a counselor, and I can release information about our work to others only with your written permission. But there are a few exceptions to confidentiality defined in the state and federal statutes. The most common of these exceptions are: (1) when someone is in danger of being harmed such as suicidal or homicidal; (2) when a court issues a subpoena; or (3) when child/elder abuse and/or neglect is involved.
How do you incorporate your Christian principles and ethics into counseling?I believe that basic Christian principles provide a solid basis for a healthy lifestyle. I will encourage you to pursue a healthy lifestyle mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. However, during counseling, I will not judge, preach to you, or try to convert you to a certain denomination point of view. My goal is to meet you where you are and address all of your needs.
Do I have to be a Christian to use your services?No, I will honor and respect your religious orientation; however, my counseling philosophies are founding in basic Christian principles.
What ages and populations do you work with?I work with individuals, couples and families. However, I do not conduct play therapy therefore, I do not counsel children under 12 years old.
What region do you service?I am licensed in the state of Texas but North Texas is where most of my clients are located. I live in the Granbury, TX area and offer video therapy.
Do you accept insurance?I am a provider on several major insurances (see list below). I encourage you to find out exactly what mental health services your insurance policy covers. Insurances: Aetna, Amerigroup, Blue Cross Blue Shield, ComPsych, CorpCare EAP, GPA, Humana (LifeSynch), Magellan, Traditional Medicaid, Superior Health and United.
What is your payment policy?Counseling sessions are $125 per hour. Payment for service is expected at the time of service. Payment options include insurance or private pay. For those who prefer to file with their insurance, their payment varies per their policy. Often, it is a flat co-pay such as what you pay at a doctor office. I encourage you to call your insurance prior to our first appointment.
What is your cancellation policy?Regular attendance at your counseling session is one of the keys to a successful outcome in counseling. Typically, I reserve one 50-minute session per week. Once an appointment hour is scheduled, you will be expected to pay for it unless you provide 24-hour advance notice of cancellation. You will be billed a $75 fee for any late cancellations or no-shows. Further, repeated late cancellations or missed appointments may result in termination of treatment. What is EMDR Therapy? Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is an extensively researched, effective psychotherapy method proven to help people recover from trauma and other distressing life experiences, including PTSD, anxiety, depression, and panic disorders. Click here to learn more about how EMDR is different from other therapy, how it affects your brain, and who can benefit.
Is it possible to do EMDR Therapy virtually?Yes, it is possible to do EMDR therapy virtually via a phone app or purchasing your own EMDR machine. We will determine which option is best for you during our treatment planning.
Do you offer in-person therapy?At this time, I am only offering virtual counseling via phone or video.
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If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress or making a career change, please reach out today to make a change. I can provide support and guidance along your journey. I am located in Granbury, TX and work with clients throughout the state of Texas through virtual counseling.