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Therapy FAQ

Everything You Need to Know About Starting Your Healing Journey

Meet Your Therapist

With over 20 years of experience, I’ve dedicated my practice to helping individuals, couples, and families heal and grow. My unique background includes:

  • Advanced training under Dr. Gerald Weeks, a leading expert in sex therapy
  • Pastoral counseling at Green Valley Christian Church and Central Christian Church
  • Expert speaker and workshop leader on relationships and boundaries
  • Specialized training in affair recovery and trauma healing

Starting therapy is a courageous step. To make your first visit smooth:

  • Download and complete intake forms from our website before arrival
  • Arrive 15 minutes early if completing forms in-office
  • Plan for a 45-50 minute individual initial consultation
  • We’ll discuss your goals, concerns, and create a personalized treatment plan
  • For child therapy, parents attend the entire first session

My therapeutic style combines:

  • Faith-based counseling when desired
  • Evidence-based therapy techniques
  • Training from Dr. Gerald Weeks in sex therapy
  • Experience from church counseling services
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Family systems therapy
  • Solution-focused methods

Individual Therapy

  • 45-minute sessions
  • $185 cash rate
  • Standard rate: $195

Couples & Family Therapy

  • 45-minute sessions
  • $235 cash rate
  • Standard rate: $245

Payment Options

  • Cash (discounted rate)
  • Credit/debit cards
  • Insurance billing for eligible plans
  • Extended sessions available upon request

We currently accept:

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield

Self-Pay Benefits

  • Complete confidentiality
  • No diagnosis reporting
  • Flexible session frequency
  • Freedom to choose treatment length
  • Documentation available for insurance reimbursement
  • Potential tax deduction eligibility

Early Sessions

  • Goal setting and treatment planning
  • Building therapeutic rapport
  • Understanding your unique needs
  • Creating a safe, supportive environment

Ongoing Treatment

  • Practical weekly homework assignments
  • Regular progress assessment
  • Skill-building exercises
  • Flexible scheduling options

Treatment Completion

  • Gradual session reduction
  • Maintenance planning
  • Open-door policy for future support
  • Customized transition timeline

Regular Hours:

    • Wednesday: 10:30-5:30 PM
    • Thursday: 10:30-5:30 PM
    • Saturday: 9:30-4 PM

 

Tele-health & Additional appointment times available upon request

Your privacy is protected by law, with exceptions only for:

  • Suspected abuse of children, elderly, or dependent adults
  • Serious threats to self or others
  • Court-ordered disclosures