FAQ

I’m licensed in West Virginia and Maryland and authorized through PsyPact, which allows me to provide telehealth services in participating states. At this time, I primarily work with patients located in West Virginia, Maryland, and Virginia.

Once we book your initial session, I’ll send over paperwork to complete ahead of time. In your first session, we’ll review it together, talk through what’s bringing you in, and begin building goals we can collaborate toward.

Reaching out is the first step. From there, we’ll schedule a free 15-minute consultation so I can hear more about what’s bringing you in and we can decide if we’re a good fit. If it feels like a match, we’ll schedule an intake. If not, I’m happy to offer guidance on finding someone who better fits what you’re looking for.

Sessions are typically 53–60 minutes. At times, a session may be a little shorter or longer depending on your needs and where we are in the therapy process.

Monday through Thursday – 9:00 am to 7:30 pm

Friday – 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

I’m not in-network with insurance plans, which allows me to work more flexibly and maintain greater privacy in our work together.

I can provide a superbill for you to submit to your insurance company for possible out-of-network reimbursement – many patients receive partial reimbursement, depending on their plan.

I work with individuals ages 15 and older. Most of my work is with adults, but I also enjoy working with adolescents.

My focus is individual therapy – men and women, from adolescence through older adulthood. While we often explore relationship dynamics in our work, I do not offer couples therapy. If couples work would be beneficial, I’m happy to provide referrals while we continue to focus on your individual goals.

Therapy is a learning process – understanding patterns that are no longer serving you and practicing new ways of responding.

Because of that, one hour per week is often not enough on its own to create meaningful, long-term change. I often suggest things to work on between sessions, but it’s always collaborative and tailored to you. That might be practicing a skill we’ve discussed, reflecting on a pattern as it shows up, or occasionally using a worksheet if it feels helpful.

My approach is integrative, meaning I draw from what research has shown us about how people and the mind work, rather than relying on a single model.

I specialize in Interpersonal Reconstructive Therapy (IRT), and my work is grounded in an interpersonal and psychodynamic understanding of how patterns develop and show up – both internally (in symptoms, thoughts, and emotions) and in relationships. From there, I use a range of evidence-based approaches, including cognitive-behavioral, emotion-focused, and existential work, depending on what’s most helpful for you. Everything is tailored through an individualized case formulation rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.

Therapy works best as a collaborative process. Research consistently shows that the quality of the relationship, along with both your engagement and mine, is strongly linked to outcomes. In practice, that means showing up consistently, being willing to reflect honestly, and engaging with the work both in and outside of sessions. That might look like noticing patterns as they come up, journaling, practicing something we’ve discussed, or being open to experiencing difficult emotions. Bringing in what feels important to you – especially as it relates to your goals – helps us make the most of our time together.

I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (Psy.D.) and am trained in both psychotherapy and psychological assessment. My background includes extensive training in understanding and treating a wide range of mental health concerns using evidence-based approaches.

Yes. I’m licensed in West Virginia and Maryland, and I’m a PsyPact authorized provider, which allows me to see patients via telepsychology in participating states.

Fall. I’m very much here for the cozy, slightly spooky energy – think warm drinks, leaves changing, and Halloween season. It’s also a time that invites slowing down and reflecting, which fits a lot of how I approach therapy.

I’m creative, and that sometimes shows up in how I look – I’ll occasionally wear more colorful or sparkly makeup, and I’ve had bright hair over the years. It’s a form of self-expression for me, but also something that helps me feel grounded. I think creativity plays a bigger role in emotional life than we often give it credit for, and it’s something I try to make room for in therapy.

Any mascara, or none at all, is welcome.

I tend to appreciate tools that support both structure and learning. I use ClickUp to stay organized and keep track of what’s on my plate. I also use Spotify and Libby for music, podcasts, and books – they’re some of the ways I learn, unwind, and stay engaged with new ideas.

Both. I’m not very good at choosing just one. I have a mix of pets at home, and they sometimes make a cameo in sessions. It’s usually a welcome interruption, and part of what makes the space feel more at ease.