Individual Counseling

Individual counseling provides a secure and confidential environment to delve into personal challenges, fostering profound self-awareness and facilitating meaningful transformation. In this space, you are encouraged to express your thoughts and emotions freely, without fear of judgment. Through a collaborative and supportive therapeutic relationship, you can uncover recurring patterns that impede your growth, develop practical strategies for overcoming obstacles, and enhance your overall well-being. This tailored approach offers a compassionate and empowering journey toward enduring change, ultimately guiding you to a more balanced and fulfilling life.

FAQs

  • Finding the right counselor for you is one of the most important parts of counseling, since research shows that a strong connection between the counselor and the client significantly contributes to therapeutic success. The therapeutic alliance - the name for this connection - is a key to meaningful change. Therapy works best as a partnership, and it’s important that you have the chance to decide if I’m the right therapist for you. My hope is that you feel truly understood.

    My priority is to help you find the care that fits you best. If another therapist would suit you better, I will be happy to help you get a referral.

  • After ensuring that we are a good fit for each other, we will collaborate to set goals and create a personalized plan that supports your growth. Along the way, we’ll check in to make sure therapy continues to meet your needs and feels right for you. This approach helps ensure our work together is both effective and aligned with your individual path.

  • Most commonly sessions are held weekly, however there are certain times when a client may need more or less frequent sessions.

  • Each session is 50 minutes long.

  • Sessions are offered either in-person in our Hermosa Beach office or on-line via telehealth.

    I also offer walk-and-talk therapy sessions.

  • I do not participate directly with insurance plans. This allows me to provide thoughtful, high-quality care without the limitations and restrictions that often come with insurance-based mental health coverage. 

    Many clients are able to use their insurance benefits through out-of-network coverage. As an out-of-network provider, payment is due at the time of each session, and I will provide you with a superbill that you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement. Because every insurance plan is different, reimbursement can vary. 

    I’m happy to support you in understanding your benefits and exploring whether out-of-network coverage may be available to you. Please feel free to reach out with any questions—I want the financial side of care to feel as clear and manageable as possible.

  • I believe that everyone should have access to mental health care. Please contact me to discuss rates.