FAQ

Therapy

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What is therapy?

Therapy is a space to slow down and understand what’s happening beneath your reactions, patterns, and relationships.

It’s not advice-giving or quick fixes. (Although, those are available too.)
It’s a process of becoming more aware, more honest, and more intentional in how you relate—to yourself and to others.

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How is your approach different?

I focus on what’s happening in the moment—not just what you talk about, but how you talk, react, and disconnect. 

You've already heard your stories. You've argued about them. Told them to your friends. And used them as excuses to withhold and withdraw.

This work is about moving those stories out of the way so you can see each other again.

Rather than staying at the level of right and wrong, we work toward real shifts in how you experience each other.

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Do you take insurance?

No, I do not accept insurance.

This allows for:

• Greater privacy and confidentiality

• No diagnosis required for care

• Flexibility in how we work together

If helpful, I can provide a superbill for possible out-of-network reimbursement.

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What are your fees?

Fees vary depending on the type of service (individual sessions, couples work, or intensives).

Intensives are a higher investment due to the extended time and depth of work.
Please inquire directly for current rates.

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Do you offer virtual or in-person sessions?

Both.

Ongoing sessions are typically held virtually.
Intensives are offered in person, often in your home or a private setting.

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Couples Therapy

 

What is couples therapy?

Couples therapy helps partners understand the patterns that keep them stuck—especially around communication, conflict, and emotional disconnection.

The goal is not to “win” or prove a point, but to create a different experience of each other.

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When should a couple seek therapy?

• When the same arguments keep repeating

• When communication feels strained or shut down

• When there’s distance, resentment, or loneliness

• When trust has been impacted

You don’t have to be in crisis to start.

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Do you take sides?

No.

But I do take the side of the relationship. 

That means I will name what is happening clearly, even when it's uncomfortable.

Both of you will be held accountable, and neither of you will be shamed. 

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What if my partner is hesitant?

That’s more common than not.

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We work with what's here, not what you wish your partner would be. 

Sometimes the shift starts with one person being willing to show up differently.

And sometimes that changes everything. 

You can start with a consultation or even an individual session to explore what’s possible.
 

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Can couples therapy help us decide whether to stay together?

Yes.

Therapy can create the space to make that decision more thoughtfully, rather than reactively.
The focus is clarity—not pressure in either direction.

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Intimacy Work

 

What is intimacy work?

Intimacy work focuses on emotional and relational closeness—not just physical connection.

It explores:

• vulnerability

• trust

• emotional safety

• the ability to be seen and known

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Is this only about sex?

No.

While physical intimacy may be part of the conversation, the work is primarily about emotional connection and relational patterns. Sex is only one expression of intimacy. The type of intimacy many people are craving, is much more diverse, simple in many ways, and easily integrated in the day to day. 

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Why do couples lose intimacy?

Often due to:

• unresolved conflict

• emotional disconnection

• stress, parenting, or life transitions

• protective patterns (withdrawal, criticism, avoidance)

Intimacy tends to fade when connection feels unsafe or unavailable.

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Can intimacy be rebuilt?

Yes—but not through pressure or performance.

It’s rebuilt through safety, honesty, and new relational experiences over time.

Intimacy is a practice and a skill set. We often learn it through our family of origin and community, similar to our language skills. If we come from a family that didn't practice intimacy organically, then we must intentionally learn as adults. 

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Multicultural & Diverse Relationships

 

Do you work with multicultural couples?

Yes.

I work with couples across different cultural, racial, and identity backgrounds, where differences may impact communication, expectations, and values.

Most of my work has centered around culturally diverse family dynamics, LGBTQ, and creative couples. 

I teach Multicultural Counseling at Pepperdine University.

I've served as a therapist to artists at California Institute of The Arts.

I am very comfortable and familiar with how culture and the creative life can impact relationships and family life. 

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How do you approach cultural differences in relationships?

We make space for them—rather than minimizing or bypassing them.

Culture shapes how we:

• express emotion

• handle conflict

• understand roles and family

These differences are explored with respect and curiosity, not assumptions.

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Can therapy help when families or cultural expectations create tension?

Yes.

Therapy can help you navigate external pressures while staying connected as a couple and aligned in your own values.

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Intensives

 

What is a therapy intensive?

An intensive is an extended, focused format (typically 2–3 days) that allows for deeper work without the interruptions of weekly sessions.

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Who are intensives best for?

Couples who still care. 

Even if you're exhausted.

Even if you're unsure. 

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You don't need to be "good at communication."

You need to be willing to look honestly at what's happening between you and stay in the room while we do it. 

• Couples who feel stuck and want movement

• Those in high distress or on the brink of separation

• Couples who prefer a more immersive approach

​This is for couples who want to repair, not perform. 

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Who is this not for?

If you've already decided to leave and are looking for validation, this isn't the space. 

If there is addiction, ongoing betrayal without accountability, or a refusal to take responsibility, this work won't land.​

I don't hold neutrality for harm.

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Is this worth the investment?

If you're asking, you already know what it costs to stay stuck.

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This work is designed to create a meaningful shift in a short amount of time. Something that often takes months or years in traditional therapy. 

You aren't paying for time.

You're investing in clarity, movement, and the possibility of staying connected. 

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Do you travel for intensives?

Yes.

Sessions are offered in home or in a private setting. 

For clients outside of Los Angeles, travel and accommodation expenses are paid by the couple.

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Is there follow-up after an intensive?

Yes.

Every intensive includes ongoing support for 2 months to help you integrate the progress made.

You won't be left to figure it out alone. 

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What if we're on the edge of divorce?

Then we tell the truth about that.

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Not in a rushed, reactive way, but in a way that actually lets you see what's still here... and what is not.

Some couples leave clearer.

Some stay differently. 

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Getting Started

 

How do I begin?

Reach out through the contact form or email to schedule a consultation.

We’ll briefly discuss what’s bringing you in and whether this is the right fit.

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What if I’m not sure this is right for me?

That’s okay.

The consultation is a space to ask questions and get a sense of the work before committing. A 15 min chat so I can hear a bit of your story, you can ask questions, and we can both determine if this is a good fit. 

 

You don’t need to have it all figured out before you begin.
You just need a place to start.