FAQ

There is meter and street parking in front of the office and on side streets.

Sessions are typically 50 minutes, once per week. Depending on your needs and schedule, we can increase or decrease sessions.

Yes, I conduct in-person sessions within current county health mandates. I also provide confidential video and phone sessions as needed or requested.

The main door to the building is open during normal business hours. The office suite hallway door is usually locked. Please wait in the chairs outside the office hallway door, and I’ll let you in at the appointment time. You may also text me when you arrive.

Please call me for pricing.

I accept credit cards, debit cards, Zelle, or Venmo (private settings only).

I don’t take insurance. At this time, I’m self-pay only.

You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for any unexpected costs related to services. Please see cms.gov/nosurprises for further information.

If you must cancel, please do so at least 24 – but preferably 48 – hours before your scheduled appointment time. If you cancel with fewer than 24 hours’ notice, you will be charged the full fee of your session.

I specialize in working with ages 12 through 17 and adults.

I’ve served youth and families in Long Beach and surrounding cities for over 25 years.

I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, work stress, self-care/stress management, family conflict, parenting issues, and ADHD.

I’m like that best friend who listens without interrupting and provides gentle guidance and feedback toward your best life, education about how your mental health symptoms are either helping or hurting you, and – once in a while – adds some humor and lightness as needed.

You can do this! You can face your pain and get better!

I have a wonderful Rottweiler. He is the best therapist out there! 🙂

I love paddleboarding, being at the beach, catching the sunrise or sunset, reading, decorating, all things related to positive mental health and parenting (I never want to stop learning and growing), good food, and laughter. (Wait! Did that sound like a dating profile? Haha)