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Do you feel stuck?
Are you struggling with a difficult experience or relationship, perhaps a transitional phase in life, uncomfortable emotions, or reminders from a painful past? We can tolerate so much negativity in our lives that it eventually becomes familiar and even comfortable to us. Change, even for the best, can be tough work, but you don’t have to do it on your own.
I frame therapy as a space to unpack those cluttered drawers in your head with some guidance and support—so you can let go of the junk and keep the things you need. I provide a safe space to unpack your past, process your present challenges, and shape and build your future.
Unpack your story with care
ABOUT me
While I specialize in LGBTQ+ and multicultural practice, I enjoy working with folks from vastly different walks of life who are dealing with challenges such as depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflict, trauma, stress, grief and loss, issues of identity, and more. I draw from an eclectic array of therapeutic modalities because as each person is unique, there is no one-size-fits-all way to heal and grow.
I received my master’s degree in clinical social work from the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work, where I developed and completed a specialization in my program called Clinical Practice with Gender and Sexually Diverse Communities. Outside of work, I enjoy traveling, live music, cooking, hand embroidery, and spending time with family and friends.
Fees + insurance
My standard rate for individual therapy is $150 per 50-minute session. I understand this fee may not be accessible to everyone, so if you’d like to work with me but can’t afford it, reach out! We can talk about options including sliding scale (a lower fee based on what you can afford) or referral to lower cost providers.
I don’t accept insurance at this time, but am planning to soon! If you have health insurance, we can provide a superbill for you to submit to them for out-of-network reimbursement. Please contact your insurance company directly to ask if your policy includes reimbursement for outpatient therapy services.