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The only way to know for sure is to come in for a session. Most people have a good sense of whether I am the right professional to help them within the first two sessions. I also offer free 15 min consultations for you to get a feel for me and if we match.

I provide online counseling only! Online counseling sessions are conducted via a secure and easy-to-use telehealth platform (similar to Zoom or Skype). No telephone session are allowed.

Although there are many advantages of online counseling (it’s convenient, effective, keeps us safe from infectious diseases such as COVID-19), it’s not right for everyone. Online counseling (teletherapy) works best for those with mild to moderate symptoms (not people who are suicidal or in crisis), are comfortable using technology, and have a quiet, private place to have their sessions.

I pull from a variety of theories and techniques. I find Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Positive Psychology, Motivational Interviewing, Client-Centered Therapy, and Mindfulness techniques are often helpful for my clients.

No, I am not a medical doctor. Many of my patients find medication is helpful, but many of them also progress well in therapy without medication. If you want to be evaluated for psychiatric medication, either contact your primary care physician or a psychiatrist. If you are already taking medication, I can coordinate care with your doctor.

I don’t provide treatment for children (under 18 years old), eating disorders, psychotic disorders (schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, etc), or personality disorders. Due to state licensing laws, I can only provide therapy and counseling to individuals residing in Michigan.

I provide counseling for adults in Michigan. My expertise is in anxiety and stress, sexual issues, and people-pleasing, self-worth, life transitions, perfectionism, and infertility and more. I don’t provide counseling for anyone under 18 years old.

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