What is Somatic Therapy?

Somatic psychotherapy is founded on the belief that the body (through sensation, movement, and awareness), holds an inherent wisdom. By cultivating a sense of safe embodiment, somatic therapy can provide clients with a blueprint for their own healing and transformation. As a somatically oriented therapist I believe that one of the most empowering paths to resilience and healing is to incorporate and even allow this wise body to lead the way. Somatic therapy is uniquely able to help clients feel back at home within themselves – providing a safe-container where self-reclamation is available in every moment and in any movement.

What do I need to do before my first session?

Once we’ve connected, you will receive an email providing a link to my practice’s portal. Follow the prompts in setting up your account; you will be asked to read and sign practice policies, informed consent, and update your HIPAA compliant account with your pertinent information.

This email will also contain a reminder of your appointment time and my office address and/or link to your virtual session.

What is the duration and frequency of sessions?

Sessions are 50 minutes and are typically conducted weekly.

Multi-weekly or Bi-monthly sessions are available based on a combination of availability and an assessment of the effectiveness of that frequency for an individual’s needs.

How long will I need therapy or coaching?

Therapy generally does not have a set time frame of completion. Success/referral/ending of treatment is assessed based on open communication between client and therapist.

Coaching can be implemented with a more fixed timeframe. Prior to starting, coach and client can discuss and agree upon a specific number of sessions or parties can agree to remain open to continued assessment of a client’s progress and further needs.

What is the difference between Psychotherapy and Coaching?

Coaching can be helpful for working on, or through, a specific issue. It is different than therapy as it is more solution-focused and goal specific. I do not diagnose or treat any mental health disorders when coaching.

Therapy offers and an opportunity to address the causes and effects of mental health struggles with the expressed purpose of healing past wounds and changing current symptoms. Diagnosis and /or treatment of mental health disorders can be included in this process. Please visit my Psychotherapy Services page for more on my approach.

**If you are experiencing a crisis, having thoughts of self-harm, or are struggling with severe and persistent mental illness, my coaching and private practice are not appropriate or effective levels of care. Please click here for more support.

Do you offer in-person & virtual sessions?

Yes, I offer both in-person and virtual sessions. In-person & walking sessions in the NELA, CA area are available depending on availability/scheduling. Online therapy sessions are available for those living in California and Virginia.

How much do sessions cost?

$200

Sliding Scale options are available depending on need and availability

Do you take insurance?

I am an out-of network provider meaning I do not take insurance. I can offer you a monthly superbill which you can provide to your insurance provider to seek reimbursement. Reimbursement rates will depend on your plan/provider.