FAQ

  • Who is an eligible client?

    I offer talk therapy to individuals, families, couples, systems, and polycules who are 18+ and in the state of Pennsylvania.

    Phone or video conference are how I meet with clients.

  • How does sliding scale work?

    The standard fee for one session is $150. During our consultation we will discuss your financial situation and agree upon a rate that is comfortable for all parties. I reserve limited spots for low-fee and pro-bono work.

  • Is therapy fun?

    It can be. Sometimes it can be uncomfortable or distressing to discuss traumatic lived experiences or our growing edges.

  • Are you the right therapist for everyone?

    No. While I strive to accommodate needs and preferences, my clinical style may be more or less suited to an individual client. This is something you might discover in our consultation or in the course of us working together. I am happy to troubleshoot and work through ruptures. Ultimately, if you feel as though we are not the best fit, then I will work with you to identify referrals to another clinician. You deserve a therapist you feel comfortable with.

  • What are you strengths as a therapist?

    I have a strong analysis of material conditions and psychological factors that enable me to see what is going on and make creative connections that I share with the hopes of sparking insight. I believe generating insight is one of the most powerful outcomes of therapy.

    I also have lived experiences as a consumer and a person with multiply marginalized identity. Life is hard and I can empathize.

  • What are your weaknesses as a therapist?

    I might not be the best person to answer this. Sometimes, I can default to problem solving when I get anxious. Usually I can catch myself and will pivot to exploring more deeply. Sometimes, I am not always the softest therapist. I am consistently tending to my capacity for empathy but sometimes I might default to ‘tough love.’ I encourage you to call me out and keep me accountable.

  • What does "Clock it!" mean?

    Clock it, clockable, clocked, clock that t, all come from ballroom culture. Initially referring to whether a person appeared visibly trans, the term has generalized to noticing something or being able to fully appreciate the reality of a person, performance, or a situation.

  • I'm new to therapy, what should I know?

    Therapy involves creating a working therapeutic relationship with a licensed professional in which you explore your past, context, challenges, relationships, thoughts, feelings, and behavior patterns. Often times the issues or challenges that bring clients to therapy show up in the therapy room and sometimes even between therapist and client. It is up to both therapist and client to identify learning opportunities and paths for personal growth. I learn alongside of clients I work with, I aim to be a helpful companion on your journey to healing.

  • What makes you unique as a therapist?

    I draw upon my lived experiences as a consumer of mental health services. I bring in an eclectic integration of a wide variety of modalities to best suit the client. I do not strive to be a professional, I am a human being first and foremost; I do not believe I am an authority, just someone with practice and expertise. I’m lowkey funny.