Frequently Asked Questions:

Who do you work with? And what do you specialize in?

I work with adults across a wide range of experiences, as well as children and teens specifically around ADHD.

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Clients come to me at all different points. Some arrive with a clear sense of what they're carrying, others just know something isn't working. Areas I support include:

• Anxiety, depression, stress, and overwhelm

• ADHD, neurodivergent and later-in-life identification or diagnosis

• Trauma and difficult past experiences, including complex trauma and PTSD

• Addiction and substance use recovery

• Infertility, fertility challenges, and pregnancy loss

• Life transitions, grief, and burnout

• Relationships, communication, family conflict and estrangement

• Self-esteem, boundaries, and identity

• Feeling stuck, disconnected, or emotionally shut down

​What do sessions cost? Do you accept insurance?​

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I am currently private pay for new clients. If you have out-of-network benefits, I’m happy to provide a superbill you can submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement. I recommend contacting your insurance provider directly to ask about your out-of-network mental health benefits before starting, so you know what to expect.

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What does a session look like?

Sessions are collaborative. I offer an integrative approach drawing on a range of modalities including talk therapy, art therapy, EMDR, mindfulness, and somatic practices, and we work together to find what fits you. Some sessions are mostly conversation based; others incorporate art-making, movement, or grounding practices. The goal is to meet you where you are and what you’re ready to explore.

What does art therapy look like for children and teens?

For younger clients, sessions are hands-on and built around engagement, using art materials, movement, and creative expression to support focus, emotional regulation, and self-awareness. Rather than sitting and talking, kids and teens get to do something, which can make it easier to process experiences and build skills in a way that feels natural to them.

Do I need prior art experience?

Not at all! No prior experience or skill is needed, just an openness to expressing yourself with art materials and engaging in the creative process of art therapy.

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What is EMDR like in sessions?

I am an EMDR trained therapist through TICTI, and I incorporate my training with other related modalities I'm trained in: trauma-informed expressive arts therapy and Guided Drawing®.

How does EMDR work alongside art therapy?

EMDR is an evidence-based therapy that helps process traumatic or distressing experiences and reduces the emotional charge connected to difficult memories. Art-making complements this process by offering a way to externalize images, sensations, and emotions, supporting grounding, integration, and healing.

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If you'd like to find an EMDRIA certified therapist, you can search here.

How are mindfulness and somatic practices incorporated?

Mindfulness and somatic approaches are woven in to support nervous system regulation and body awareness. This might look like noticing sensations, breath work, grounding, gentle movement, or rhythm, often alongside art-making.