FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

DO YOU OFFER SLIDING SCALE RATES?

There are a limited number of Sliding Scale appointments available.  If there is a Sliding Scale spot available, you will be asked to submit an application that utilizes the annual United States federal poverty guidelines to set sliding scale fees.  You may be asked to provide proof of income.

HOW LONG DOES EACH THERAPY SESSION TAKE?

The initial intake session will take at least 60 minutes in order to gather all of the required information for treatment planning. 

Subsequent sessions are 50 minutes in length. 

Couple sessions are 60 minutes in length.

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WHAT KIND OF TECHNIQUES DO YOU USE?

Each client is given an individualized treatment plan that focuses on their healing journey. 

I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and utilize a variety of treatment methods that are evidence-based in scientific research to help in the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, relational problems, and self esteem issues. 

Some of these modalities include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness, Internal Family Systems, The Gottman Method, and Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFT).

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WHAT ARE YOUR OFFICE HOURS?

Office hours are Monday-Saturday by appointment only.

WHERE ARE YOU LOCATED?

• In-Person, office located at 12557 New Brittany Blvd Building #31 Fort Myers, FL

• Virtual, available to Florida residents

DO YOU SPECIALIZE IN ANYTHING?

I specialize in working with individuals who experience anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, survivors of all forms of abuse, survivors of trauma, first responder stress, and issues of spirituality. 
I specialize in working with couples who are stuck in unhealthy patterns of communication, or who desire to gain connection and longevity.

DO YOU WORK WITH CHILDREN?

I only work with adults ages 18 and up.  If you need a referral for child/family therapy, I am happy to connect you to a qualified provider.

WHAT IS YOUR EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND?

• Master of Science, Clinical Mental Health Counseling, summa cum laude
  2019, Hodges University

• Master of Science, Psychology, summa cum laude
  2014, Nova Southeastern University

• Bachelor of Art, Interdisciplinary Studies
  2008, Florida Gulf Coast University

ARE YOU LICENSED?

Yes!  Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor MH19867

DO YOU BELONG TO ANY PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS OR MEMBERSHIPS?

• American Counseling Association

• American Association of Christian Counselors

• Gulf Coast Mental Health Counselors

• International Centre for Excellence in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT)