FAQ

I use two different HIPAA-compliant platforms: Simple Practice and Bilateral Base. I will email you a video link before the session, and you can connect conveniently using your computer or mobile device.

I’m available throughout the day, Tuesday through Saturday (by appointment only).

I am in network with Anthem, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, United, Optum, and Colorado Medicaid.

You are responsible for paying the copay at the time of service. Failure to pay the copay will result in your not being able to reschedule a session.

I work with Thizer as a solution for using Out-Of-Network Insurance Benefits.

Out-of-Network means you will pay for your therapy session and submit a super-bill to your insurance company for reimbursement.

An important note about using your insurance to pay for mental health therapy. Insurance requires your therapist to give you a diagnosis. Having a mental health diagnosis on your record means that you will forever have a pre-existing condition that is accessible by insurance companies or government agencies. Insurance companies determine the time intervals that they will pay for and the therapeutic modalities that will be covered. Additionally, some insurance companies may cap the amount of overall sessions during a given time frame.

I work with men, women, and transgender individuals, age 16 and over.

I also provide couples counseling and work with both monogamous and non-monogamous relationship

The length of your session will vary, depending on the insurance you use or whether you are self-paying. In general, therapy sessions will last between 45 minutes to 53 minutes.

If you would like specifics on how long your therapy sessions might last, please contact me directly.

Individual therapy sessions are $150.

Couples therapy sessions are $175.

Please reach out to determine if I am In-Network with your insurance company.

You are responsible for paying the copay at the time of service. Failure to pay the copay will result in your not being able to reschedule a session.

I work with Thizer as a solution for using Out-Of-Network Insurance Benefits.

An important note about using your insurance to pay for mental health therapy. Insurance requires your therapist to give you a diagnosis. Having a mental health diagnosis on your record means that you will forever have a pre-existing condition that is accessible by insurance companies or government agencies. Insurance companies determine the time intervals that they will pay for and the therapeutic modalities that will be covered. Additionally, some insurance companies may cap the amount of overall sessions during a given time frame.

Call or text me directly at .(720) 629-2729 and we will set up a free 15-minute consultation to ensure I can help you get where you want to go.

I appreciate a 24-hour notice to reschedule, but I understand that issues arise on occasion.

A pattern of canceling will result in a cancellation fee of $75. A pattern of no-call/no-showing will result in my unwillingness to schedule further sessions with you.

During your sessions, I’ll attempt to understand your perspectives on life fully. This requires me to ask you a lot of questions. Often, these questions will prompt you to think about things you may have never thought of before.

I’m looking to truly understand you. I’m also looking for patterns in things you say or believe, as I can offer feedback on my observations to help you understand yourself better.

You will notice I take notes during your session. I’m better able to focus my thoughts when I take notes as you are speaking because I don’t have to interrupt you as you are sharing your story.

Do your clients receive assignments to work on between sessions?

I will often ask you to think of something between sessions… or read a blog or watch a video link.

I may also ask you to notice physical sensations you experience in different situations in your life… or increase your awareness of certain thought patterns.

This often makes therapy more productive for my clients.

The primary modality we’ll use is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I compliment that with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Somatic therapy techniques. These approaches give me insight into your thoughts, feelings, and bodily sensations. I also use Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy to treat trauma.

I have lots of tricks up my sleeves to help you. Please let me know what techniques you feel are most helpful for you!

I started working with court-ordered sex offenders while completing my master’s degree in clinical counseling.

I have been a therapist since 2011… and in private practice since 2014, when I completed my level-two training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I completed my certification as a sex addiction therapist in September 2022.

Currently, I am earning my doctorate degree in sex therapy.

As a client, it is helpful for you to have a general idea of what you hope to get out of therapy. However, I don’t need you to know how to get there – just what it will look like.

I’ve seen a lot of therapists, and a lot of them have judged me. I’ve even told them I wasn’t coming back because of that judgment.

I’m very conscientious about being the kind of therapist that I would want to see, and part of that is being sensitive to the importance of not appearing judgmental.

I am a master of the art of cursing. In that regard, I’m delighted to meet anyone who can swear with vigor and enthusiasm.

Nothing you can say will offend me, so please don’t feel the need to censor yourself during session. Or, as Pat Benatar likes to say, “Hit me with your best shot!”

Having worked with men who have committed sexual offense behaviors since 2011, I promise there is nothing you can say to me that I haven’t heard. My job as your therapist is not to judge you; it’s to help you increase awareness of your behaviors and thoughts while helping you understand your motivation for the decisions you make.

I have more clarity in my thoughts when I take notes. I’m making notes of themes I hear in your stories. I’m taking note of negative beliefs you may express as you are speaking.

I’m not a therapist who will spend your entire session talking, as I want you to have that opportunity. Your session is YOUR time.

I don’t look up my clients on Facebook (or any other social media). This is a way to respect your confidentiality and privacy. It’s about honoring our therapeutic relationship, so I don’t accept friend requests either.

You can Google me, but I’m just not that interesting. I really don’t have much information posted online.

This would be incredibly disrespectful. I would never do that.

I participate in regular consultation to ensure that I’m helping my clients as effectively as possible, so if I am struggling in any way, I may discuss your issue (confidentially, of course) with another professional.

There are times when I’m reading a blog, a meme, or a quote, and I may share it with you during your session. There are other times when I find a resource that may be helpful, and again, I will share this during your session.

Beyond that, I have perfected my ability to compartmentalize client issues to not distress me at home or in my personal life. I would be completely ineffective as a therapist if I were over-involved in every client’s issues.

Ask me! I will share my opinions and thoughts freely, although (for the most part) you will already know.

This is a tough one. I’d say my superpower as a therapist is making people think. The majority of my clients have stated, at least on one occasion, “I’ve never thought of that” or “I’ve never considered that.”

In my personal life, I can make anything awkward. This usually looks like long moments of silence. I’m totally fine with not talking, and it’s amazing how uncomfortable this makes others feel.

I drink black tea like it’s going out of style. If we were in the middle of a zombie apocalypse, I would legit be sad not to have ice-cold black tea. It’s so symbolic that clients will ask me what’s wrong with me if I’m not drinking tea.

My go-to apps are Facebook and Pinterest. Apps that make my life better are Audible, Kindle, and Headspace. I love the guided meditations on the Headspace app and will often recommend this to my clients.