What happens first?

Together, we will evaluate and decide upon a present and future client / counselor or coach relationship. Not every counselor or coach is qualified to be exactly what you need to succeed. Counseling and coaching are very personal, so trust your solid instincts when hiring a professional counselor and personal life coach.

Once we have agreed that a relationship is achievable, we can begin scheduling your appointments. We will converse face-to-face (counseling) or by telephone (coaching) for 50 minutes each week or every other week depending upon your need. If you choose the coaching option, before every session, I will email you a form to complete regarding our purpose for the call and what you hope to accomplish.

What’s included in the process?

Specific tools used in the counseling and coaching process include strategic and intuitive questioning, sharing of relevant observations, expanding your perspective, understanding at a deeper level, enjoyable and inventive task-work assignments, and further advance “action into motion.” Through support, co-creativity, and accountability, our partnership will move you forward towards your desired life goals while always focusing on a healthy mind, spirit, and body. My role as your counselor or coach will be proactive and informative to assist in positive growth along the way.

What commitment do I need to make?

Counseling and coaching begins with a commitment to “YOU” from “YOU.” Ideally, three to six months of counseling or coaching creates enough time to accomplish momentum and forward flow. Many clients begin work on one area and thus, continue for longer once results are achieved. It is your choice to end the relationship at any time, however, progress usually takes place within three months for new clients.

Which should I choose, insurance or private pay?

If you choose to utilize your insurance benefits, there are some things that you need to know in order to be an informed consumer. Please be aware that in order for your therapy to be submitted to and covered by your insurance provider, you must meet the criteria for a mental health disorder, and you must be given a mental health disorder diagnosis. Once this diagnosis is given to your insurance company, it then becomes a permanent part of your medical record, which could affect future ratings on life and health insurance premiums.

If this is a concern for you, you may wish to use the private pay option, since a diagnosis is not required and it is not necessary to submit information to a third party. In other words, paying privately allows you to seek counseling without a diagnosis, and what you discuss within therapy stays between you and myself. I am considered an out-of-network provider and complete insurance forms for my clients who then submit to their insurance company for reimbursement. Please contact your insurance provider for details regarding out-of-network providers.

Terms and Conditions

Payment is due at the end of every session payable by cash, check, or credit card via PayPal.