Frequently Asked Questions
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Getting started is simple. Reach out through my contact form on the home page of this website or use my Psychology today page to message me. You can also reach me with my phone number that is listed. If I don’t answer at first please leave a voicemail and I will call you back. You can also text me at that number too.
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I will be asking questions to get to know you. I will go through an assessment in a semi-structured way. I’ll ask about your past, and present. I’ll ask about your goals and what you have been struggling with. You don’t need to have everything figured out
You will also have a chance to get to know me and ask any questions.
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I’m direct and straightforward. I’m not a therapist that will just listen and nod. I like encouraging clients to journal and I like getting to know your interests and encourage you to find your community!
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You will get a notification either through Headway or Simple Practice by email or text (depends on your insurance/payment method). You will get a link to a video in which we will meet virtually face to face.
All sessions are held via HIPAA-compliant video platform.
Links will be sent 24 hours before you appointment is scheduled.
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My office address is listed in my paperwork and below this page. I am located in Westlake Village near Thousand Oaks, CA. If you are having trouble finding my office, please do not hesitate to call or text my number!
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Yes! My office is located in Westlake Village, CA near the city of Thousand Oaks. Please be sure to inform me of your preference between in person or virtual sessions, or a mix of both, or maybe you don’t have a preference - that is all good to know! I encourage you to let me know so I can best help you in your therapy journey.
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Yes! I am! I identify as a lesbian. I strongly believe this helps make others in the community feel heard and understood. It’s also nice to have a therapist that gets your pronouns right.
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I do not provide emergency services. I provide outpatient care, meaning that if you have urgent matter outside of business hours, you may leave a voicemail and I will return your call on the next business day. If you are experiencing an emergency, please go to the nearest emergency room or contact local emergency services. The crisis hotline for both call and text 24/7 is 988.
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I have a 24 hour cancelation policy meaning that you have 24 hours prior to the start of our appointment to cancel. You may cancel by text, email, or phone call. My late fee charge and no show fee are both 99$. If you do not show up to your appointment within 15 minutes of session, I will consider it a no show and you will be charged 99$. Frequent cancelations may result in termination of sessions.