Counseling is about diving deep into your past, unpacking trauma and behavior patterns to discover the "why?"

Coaching is about creating an actionable plan to move forward from where you currently are and decide, "what now?"

Both can lead to transformation.

For a more in-depth answer, check out my page dedicated specifically to this question! Counseling vs Coaching

There are actually many reasons.

Insurance companies often decide how long sessions can be, how often they occur, and even when treatment should end. They also require access to your private health information, including any diagnoses that are made, my notes, how long you have been attending sessions, and your personal history. This is a breach of privacy and security for my clients that I am not comfortable with.

The cost savings are also misleading. Many individuals and families find that their insurance plans have a high deductible, leaving them paying out of pocket for therapy, even with insurance. Alternatively, I offer sliding scale payment options for many of my services, which are often more affordable. I can also provide super bills for insurance reimbursement. Contact me for information about these options.

My rates are determined carefully to reflect my skill, education, experience, time, and effort. However, I believe strongly that everyone deserves access to care. For this reason, I offer sliding scale payment options. Contact me and we can see if I can offer a sliding scale option that works within your budget.

Absolutely, however, for Oregon residents only. I am WPATH trained and able to write letters of support. Contact me for more information.

After your initial free call, we will determine the best service for your needs. Then, if counseling is the right fit, we collaborate within our first session on what we want future sessions to look like. This can include starting off with a brief meditation practice, exercises given, or finding breakthroughs solely through conversations. Sessions are typically 50-minutes in duration and can be weekly, biweekly, or monthly.

I also offer intensives, which are more condensed counseling that occurs in several frequent sessions within a short period.

After your free initial discovery call, if we determine that coaching is the right fit for you, we will work together to define your personal goals and create a detailed and actionable plan to achieve them. I will provide guidance, support, and accountability. If you wanted a single session, you'll walk away with a plan and tools to get you there. If we have a longer-term package in place, I'll guide you toward your goals and provide support and connection along the way, with each session bringing additional steps and an adjusted plan as you make progress.