How do I set up counseling services?
First, we will complete a 15 minute phone consultation. Next, if we both decide it feels like a good fit for you, we will complete a 90 minute intake. After that, you will attend three, 50 minute sessions. At this point, we will check in about the goodness of fit and a plan for your care going forward.
What do sessions look like?
Once services are established, sessions are client led. The typical focus of session is on helping you make contact with your emotions, somatic or body experience, and environment depending on what you bring in each week to discuss.
Do you offer reduced fee options?
I have a limited number of sliding scale slots, which offer a more flexible, reduced fee. Please inquire if you are experiencing a financial barrier to engaging in care, and I will provide more information on my availability.
What does it mean that you are supervised?
I have earned my Master of Arts in Professional Mental Health Counseling, but am still working toward licensure in the state of Oregon. To continue to support my professional growth and to protect my clients, I am supervised by a licensed provider.
Do you write letters for gender affirming care?
Do you write letters for Emotional Support Animals or Work Exemption?
I do! I am trained in WPATH letter writing. To provide documentation for gender affirming care, I require a minimum of three meetings, and to see the documentation requirements from the medical or insurance agency before providing the letter. These policies are to make sure that I can capture your language about your experience and intended outcome for medical intervention, while still meeting the criteria laid out by your specific provider system. Please inquire about sliding scale rates for this service.
I do not. Both of these areas are emerging in mental health care and are inexact in terms of documentation, thus it has been challenging to acquire certified training in these areas of service. I am happy to help clients brainstorm alternative resources for seeking this kind of support, such as from a primary care provider or a psychologist who specializes in assessment, as well as work on communication skills related to self-advocacy.