My rate for individual 50-60 minute sessions is $160.

Payment is accepted via Cash, Check, Venmo, Credit Card, or Zelle and is due at the time of session.

I have a limited number of sliding scale slots for Wildland Fire Fighters, Fire Family members, First Responders, and formerly incarcerated people with financial hardships. Please ask for more information about this in our consultation.

My group rate varies per group. Fees are established prior to the start of therapy and will be discussed in the group screening and selection process.

Yes! I currently accepting new clients for telehealth therapy with people residing in the State of California.

No. I am not currently accepting any insurance, however, I am happy to provide you a superbill to submit for reimbursement with your insurance policy. Please ask more about this in our consultation.

AMFT and APCC stand for Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and Associate Professional Clinical Counselor. My AMFT license number is #133179 and my APCC license number is #11718.

Being an associate means that I have completed a masters degree, am registered with the State of California, and am in the process gaining hours and experience towards independent licensure. In California 3,000 hours of supervised experience are required to become Licensed as an LMFT or LPCC. This means I work with a Supervisor who oversees my work.

My supervisor is Dr. Pilar Sumalpong, a Licensed Psychologist in the State of California, PSY27891.

I am a believer that good therapy is dependent on establishing a feeling of trust and safety with another person that supports vulnerable sharing. Therefore, our first few sessions will be spent establishing some familiarity with one another, discussing what brought you to therapy, establishing some goals, and reviewing all policies, payment schedule, and legal consents.

In our first session, you can expect me to ask several questions about your history, identity, and things that matter most to you. There is no need to share or disclose anything that does not feel safe or is beyond your level of comfort. The first session will be an opportunity to discuss your preferences for therapy, expectations, and to see if we will be a good therapeutic fit.

If the vibe is off, no worries! If after our first session you feel like you would prefer to work with someone else, I will be happy to provide referrals to you to get you the best care you need.

Every person’s needs are different. I typically see clients 1x/week or every other week. However some people may come more often (2-3x/week) and some people may come less often. We can discuss what will work best for you, your schedule, and you needs during our consultation.

While there may be profound growth and development of insight through participation in therapy, unfortunately there can also be some associated risks. Because the process of psychotherapy asks us to explore painful feelings and experiences, it may make you feel emotionally uncomfortable at times. Things might even feel like they are getting worse at times. However, risks are minimized by working with a skilled therapist who can match the type and intensity of therapy with your needs. If this is happening for you, bring it up with your therapist.

If you are continuing to feel worse, or feel that therapy is not benefiting you, talk to your therapist about it. Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a guarantee. As such, there are risks that the returns from your investment in therapy may not meet your expectations. They may need to modify their approach or discuss other options or referral sources with you.

The Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS) receives and responds to complaints regarding services provided within the scope of practice of Marriage and Family Therapists and Professional Clinical Counselors. This includes Associate MFT’s and Associate PCC’s.

You may contact the board online at www.bbs.ca.gov, or by calling (916) 574-7830 to file a complaint.