Frequently Asked Questions

  • The first session is really about us getting to know one another. It’s a "low-pressure" space where you can share what’s bringing you to therapy and what you hope to achieve. We’ll discuss your history, any current challenges, and start to outline a path forward that feels comfortable for you. Think of it as a collaborative consultation to see if we’re a good fit.

  • Most clients find that meeting weekly or bi-weekly provides the best momentum for growth. However, therapy is a personal journey, and we can discuss a frequency that fits your schedule, budget, and goals.

  • I accept Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (Virginia), Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Kaiser, Quest Behavioral Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania, Anthem EAP, Carelon Behavioral Health, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar, and Oxford.

    For clients paying out of pocket, sessions cost $150.

  • It simply means I don’t try to fit you into a specific "box." Since I draw from CBT, psychodynamic, and person-centered theories, I can pivot based on what you need. If you need practical coping skills today, we can do that. If you want to dive deep into your past and family history tomorrow, we can do that too.

  • I currently offer Virtual sessions for clients residing in Washington, D.C. and Virginia. Virtual sessions are conducted via a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform so you can join from the comfort of your own home.

  • Therapy is about that immediate sense of comfort and trust. If you want someone trauma-informed who understands Black, minority, and queer experiences and values a whole-person mind‑body approach, we could be a good fit.

  • The "alphabet soup" of credentials can be confusing! While many of us provide talk therapy, our backgrounds influence our approach:

    • Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC): My role as an LPC focuses on the clinical and developmental side of healing. I use a Master’s-level foundation to help you process emotions, navigate trauma, and build resilience through collaborative talk therapy.

    • Clinical Social Workers (LCSW): These providers also offer talk therapy but often emphasize how social systems, environment, and community resources impact your well-being.

    • Psychologists (PhD/PsyD): These are doctoral-level experts who, in addition to therapy, are the go-to professionals for formal psychological testing and complex diagnostic evaluations.

    • Psychiatrists (MD): As medical doctors, they focus on the biological aspects of mental health. Their primary role is medication management rather than the ongoing "talk" sessions provided by counselors.