Individual, Couples & Family Therapy
Providing proactive, strength-based therapy for individuals, couples & families in the Pacific Northwest.
Philosophy
You are Not Alone
I understand that facing challenges is a normal part of the human experience, and know that all too often people feel alone when experiencing life’s struggles. Through counseling, I come alongside you in your journey, and believe in the power of growth and healing in the context of safe, meaningful relationships.
Approach to Therapy
Through a collaborative process, I work closely to understand the unique challenges you are facing, your strengths, and your goals for what you would like to see change in your life. I take a strength-based approach to counseling, which means that I am committed to helping you (as an individual, couple, or family) discover or reclaim your strengths and resources, in order to build greater health, resilience, and joy in your life. Relevant research-based concepts and skills are woven throughout counseling to strengthen the process and outcome.
Essential Ingredients
I believe that the “success” of counseling is three-fold:
Your commitment: what you put in is what you get out
One size doesn't fit all: I tailor treatment to your specific needs.
Our relationship: a strong, compatible fit between us is key.
Offering three Formats
In-Person Weekly Sessions
Weekly sessions are available for those who live in the Seattle area. They are well suited for couples who like to have space and time to process and apply new skills and frameworks in between appointments. The amount of weekly sessions will vary, depending on your specific needs, and the level of support you’re looking for.
Online Weekly Sessions
Weekly online sessions are available if you reside in the state of Washington, but may live a bit further outside of Seattle. Just like weekly in-person sessions, the length of therapy will vary per client depending on your needs and goals for our work together.
In-Person Therapy Immersions
Therapy immersions are a great option for couples or families unable to commit to weekly sessions, and who are looking to dive in, immerse, and create change quickly. We go through the normal assessment process *(see below), and then dive into working on your goals. We work to make deep, lasting change in 1-3 days, after which followup appointments are available. This is an in-person experience only, available at my Seattle office, or with the option to be tailored for a retreat experience.
Additional Information about Couples Therapy
Thorough Assessment
The first part of all couples therapy begins with a thorough assessment, which includes:
Couples Intake (1.5 hrs - $270)
Gottman Questionnaire (completed online, outside of session- $30)
Individual Session- Partner #1 (50 min- $150)
Individual Session- Partner #2 (50 min- $150)
Couples Feedback & Roadmap Session (50 min- $150)
After the assessment, following sessions are tailored to meet your unique goals, style, and needs as a couple.
Commonly Asked Questions
Who do you work with? I work with individuals, families, premarital couples, newlyweds, couples transitioning to parenthood, and couples at various other stages of their relationship.
What type of concerns do you work with? The common challenges I work with clients on include interpersonal issues such as communication, conflict management, sex/ intimacy, family of origin work, as well as stress, employment-related performance, anxiety, trauma, sleep disturbances, sense of self and purpose, and concerns related to environmental issues.
How long will it take? It varies greatly depending on your hopes and goals for our work together. However, if we’re a good fit, I ask that you commit to either weekly sessions or a therapy immersion, as it’s most effective to building a therapeutic relationship and momentum in our work together.
How much will counseling cost? Counseling sessions are $150 for 50-minute sessions. Longer sessions can be arranged for a prorated amount. Couples Therapy begins with a 90-minute intake session ($270). Therapy Immersions are typically 1-3 day experiences that cost between $950-$3,000.
Do you accept insurance? I do not accept insurance.
Do you offer a sliding scale? I have limited reduced fee spots based on need, and my current availability. Inquire for more details.
What if we still can’t afford therapy with the sliding scale? Take a look at OpenCounseling for a list of providers in the Seattle area who provide free or low cost counseling services.
What’s your cancellation policy? I have a 48-hour cancellation policy. If you cancel in less than 48 hours, you will be charged for the normal session. I provide one annual “freebie” for a late cancellation.
