*Frequently Asked Questions** What services do you offer? Individual therapy, coaching, and wellness support for creatives, Black folks, and those breaking generational cycles. Who do you work with? Adults, individuals seeking support with emotional wellness, relationships, trauma, and creative identity. Do you offer virtual sessions? Yes, telehealth sessions are available for clients located in Georgia and California. What are your specialties? Trauma-informed care, identity exploration, emotional regulation, creativity, anxiety, and self-esteem. How do I get started? Schedule a free 15-minute consultation through the website to see if we’re a good fit. Do you accept insurance? No. Insurance plans are not accepted. Superbill options are available for out-of-network reimbursement. What is your approach to therapy? I use holistic, person-centered, and integrative methods—centering your story, strengths, and self-awareness.
Good Faith Estimate
Beginning January 1, 2022, federal laws regulating client care have been updated to include the “No Surprises” Act. This Act requires health care practitioners to provide current and potential clients a “Good Faith Estimate” (GFE) on the cost of treatment.
This new regulation is designed to provide transparency to patients regarding their expected medical expenses and to protect them from surprises when they receive their medical bills. It allows patients to understand how much their health care will cost before they receive services.
There are a number of factors that make It challenging to provide an estimate on how long it will take for a client to complete therapeutic treatment, and much depends on the individual client and their goals in seeking therapy. Some clients are satisfied with a reduction in symptoms while others continue longer because it feels beneficial to do so. Others begin to schedule less frequently, and may continue to come in for “tune ups” or when issues arise. Ultimately, as the client, it is your decision when to stop therapy.
I have provided here my typical and current session full fees, projected for a 12 month period with differing levels of sessions scheduled.
Good Faith Estimate Details for Individual Clients
Individual 50 minute session-$175/session
Weekly 50 minute sessions for 50 weeks $8750
Bi-weekly 50 minute sessions for 50 weeks $4375
TeleHealth FAQs
TeleHealth Information
Before beginning telehealth counseling, you and I will first do a consultation appointment to assess if these formats are a good fit for the concerns impacting you, and to ensure your location will allow me to work with you from where I am. Please be aware that U.S.licensure laws do not allow me to work on an ongoing basis with clients who are in U.S. states I am not licensed in (Currently I am licensed in Georgia). Therefore, if you move to another state in the U.S. during our work together, I am required to terminate our work together. I am happy to help you find a local clinician who you can continue with.
What equipment do I need?
To attend telehealth sessions, you will need the following:
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A computer (laptop or desktop) or smartphone. Newer devices (purchased in the last two years) will be better equipped to provide telehealth sessions.
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An integrated or external microphone.
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An integrated or external web camera.
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An internet connection that is at least 10 Mbps. For optimal results, a reliable, high-speed internet connection with a bandwidth of at least 10 Mbps will minimize connection issues and provide the best quality.
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Your internet browser should prompt you to "allow" camera and microphone access. This is a critical step! Otherwise, I will not be able to see or hear you in the session. If you have trouble allowing access, let me know.
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When you first join the session, you will be in the virtual waiting room. This is where you will enter the name, as well as check your settings to make sure you are using a strong internet connection and have good video and audio connectivity.
Does this platform meet HIPAA requirements?
Yes, Simple Practice/Telehealth meet or exceed all the requirements of HIPAA as a business associate, including the Business Associate Agreement (BAA) in which each platform agrees to be responsible for keeping all client information private and to immediately report any breach of personal health information.
If notified of a breach by these companies, I will notify you and discuss how to move forward.
Do I have to download anything to join the session?
At times, yes. You can join a session by simply clicking the link I provide you. No password or login necessary.
You can download the mobile app if you prefer to use a mobile device rather than a laptop or desktop computer for their session.
What now?
Choose a place that is comfortable, private, quiet, and has good lighting. Set aside that time to be present and focused just for your session, letting any others in your space know that you are not available for the lengths of your session time.
You can use headphones for more privacy and clarity to hear and speak.