First Steps
Taking the step to begin therapy can feel stressful, adding on to what you are struggling with. 
My goal is to create a space where you and I can work on your concerns safely and openly. 

Getting Started
I offer initial consultations where we can talk briefly about why you are seeking therapy and you will have the opportunity to ask some basic questions. These consultations are optional, free of charge, and will typically last 15 to 30 minutes. 
These consultations give both of us the chance to determine if we will be a "good fit" for each other.

What to Expect
Your first session will be an evaluation where you will be able to talk more in depth about your concerns. This will also give me a chance to ask you questions and conduct a thorough mental and behavioral health assessment. 
These evaluations are necessary part of treatment and usually last about 1 hour. 
After our first session, we will have regular sessions that will last 45 minutes to 1 hour. Sessions with younger children might last 30 to 40 minutes depending on their developmental needs.

Our Work Together
My view on therapy is this: it is a group project. You and I will be working together on this. While I have education, training, and experience, there is one expertise I do not have: You are the expert in being you. I look for ways that I can partner with clients to start moving toward change.