A conversation built
entirely around you.

What exactly is a private consultation?

A private consultation is a focused, one-on-one session where you bring a situation and I bring a framework. I'm a trained conflict analyst and certified mediator — and a survivor of the exact dynamics many of my clients are navigating. That combination means I can offer something most conversations can't: real understanding alongside a structured way of making sense of it.

What is the difference between a private consultation and therapy?

Therapy is a licensed mental health service provided by a clinician who can diagnose and treat mental health disorders. A private consultation is not therapy and does not replace it. What I offer is a structured conversation focused on understanding your dynamics, validating your experiences, and gaining clarity on your situation. I do not diagnose, prescribe, or provide clinical treatment. If you are currently in therapy, a session with me can complement that work. If you are not, and you feel you may need clinical support, I encourage you to seek that alongside or before booking.

What should I bring to the session?

Just yourself — and whatever is most present for you right now. That might be a specific incident, a pattern you've noticed, a relationship that's confusing you, or a decision you're trying to make. There's no prep required. Some people find it helpful to jot down a few notes beforehand, but it's genuinely not necessary.

What if I've never talked about this with anyone?

That's one of the most common things people say to me before their first session — "I've never told anyone this." That's exactly what this space is for. You don't need to have it all figured out. You don't need to know the right words. You just need to show up and start somewhere. We'll get there together.

What's the difference between this and just talking to a friend?

A good friend validates your feelings. I do that too — but I also bring a graduate-level framework for understanding family systems, conflict dynamics, and trauma. I can help you see the structure underneath the chaos: why the patterns repeat, what role you've been assigned, and how those dynamics were designed to keep you confused. That combination of empathy and analytical rigor is something most conversations with friends can't offer.

How many sessions will I need?

That depends entirely on you and where you are right now. Some people come once and get exactly what they need. Others return regularly as new situations unfold or as they move into different stages of their recovery. I don't push packages or recurring commitments — every session stands on its own, and you decide what comes next.

Is our conversation confidential?

Yes. What you share in our session stays between us. I treat confidentiality as a core professional obligation — I will never share, discuss, or reference your story without your explicit permission.

Do you accept insurance?

Insurance is billable for diagnosed mental health disorders. I do not diagnose disorders, nor am I licensed to do so. Therefore I do not accept insurance. Sessions are a private pay service at $175.

What is your cancellation policy?

Please provide at least 24 hours notice if you need to cancel. I am rarely able to fill a cancelled session on short notice, and last minute cancellations delay our work together. If you cancel with less than 24 hours notice, a $50 fee will be charged unless I am able to fill the slot with another client. This fee is waived in the event of a serious or contagious illness or emergency.