Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if therapy is right for me?

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or curious about your patterns, therapy might be a good fit. People often come to me for support with anxiety, depression, OCD, eating disorders, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, or simply a desire to understand themselves more deeply. I’ll meet you exactly where you are; there’s no need to have everything figured out before you begin.

How long does therapy take?

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Some people benefit from short-term therapy (a few months) for specific concerns, while others choose to do longer-term work to explore deeper patterns. I’ll go at your pace, and we can revisit your goals together along the way.

How often should I come to therapy?

Many people start with weekly sessions to build momentum, but we can always adjust the frequency as your needs shift. I’ll work with you to find a rhythm that feels supportive and sustainable.

Do I need a diagnosis to start therapy?

Not at all. You don’t need a formal diagnosis to begin. My focus is on your story and your experiences, not just a label.

What does therapy look like in session?

Some sessions are more reflective, unpacking your week or a relationship dynamic. Others focus on distressing thoughts or behaviors (like OCD compulsions or eating disorder urges) through approaches such as ERP or behavioral experiments. I also explore how early attachment or trauma experiences show up in your life. I notice and name patterns, stay curious about internalized beliefs & work with you to build self-compassion. The most important thing is that the space feels safe and collaborative.

What if I don’t know what to talk about?

That’s completely okay. I’ll guide our sessions with curiosity and compassion, and sometimes even silence can open the door to meaningful insights. You don’t need to come in “perfectly prepared” - just willing to begin.

How should clients prepare for their first session?

I don’t expect clients to prepare anything formal. Just come as you are. Usually they already know the answer to these questions, but if not I might ask them to have a rough idea or theory on what’s been bringing them into therapy, any patterns or struggles they've noticed, and what they hope to feel or experience differently.

How can you tell if clients are benefiting from working with you?

I look for signs like increased self-awareness or self-compassion, a shift in how clients respond to distressing thoughts or emotions, feeling more resourced or connected in their relationships, and noticing that behaviors or patterns feel less automatic or overwhelming. I also check in regularly to ask how therapy is feeling and whether the direction we’re moving in still feels useful and aligned with their goals.