Frequently-Asked Questions

I find more excitement in my work when there are questions presented, rather than answers. I believe that curiosity, as compared to certainty, allows for more growth. Nonetheless, here are some answers that I have to questions that occasionally arise in my office.

  • Depth Psychology explores the unconscious elements of an individual’s psyche. This can include dream life, slips-of-the-tongue, triggers, shadow sides, nonverbal communication, and more. When integrating Jungian Depth Psychology, the unconscious is explored further to include the collective unconscious. The collective unconscious delves into metaphor, mythology, and archetypes. For clients curious about these topics, I enjoy incorporating fairy tales, Tarot, Sandplay, and art. I find that these approaches are most successful when the clients’ curiosity leads, as compared to my own.

  • I find therapy to be the deepest, most connected, and transformational when kept to a consistent, weekly basis. However, there are many limitations to this level of frequency due to budget, home and work obligations, and varying other circumstances. For clients seeking alternative scheduling options, I recommend beginning with 6-8 weeks of weekly sessions, and later moving to every-other-week. I personally prefer to meet with clients who are committed to a regular schedule, whether weekly or not. I am willing to work with clients who schedule as-needed sessions, but I find that the work does not deepen nearly as much.

  • I am often asked this questions by clients who are “in the muck” or “soup,” going through a descent process, or, more simply put: experiencing depression. As much as I would like to see clients undergoing internal discomfort to feel relief immediately, I cherish the process of the unknown and am comfortable with not having the answers. I am content to swim through the murkiness of change and existential crisis without rushing a solution. I truly believe that being IN the process is what promotes growth and individuation. Here is a link to the lecture I reference more than any other: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9kUgOXUc62Y.

  • I cannot promise reimbursement as an Out-of-Network (OON) provider. However, I have seen many of my clients receive a portion of their session fee from their individual plans when I provide a superbill. I am very happy to offer this when I bill a the end of each month. In addition, here are some questions that I recommend you ask of your personal plan:

    • Do I have Out-of-Network mental health insurance benefits?

    • What is my deductible and has it been met?

    • How many sessions are covered per year by my plan?

    • What is the coverage amount per session?