Frequently Asked Questions

  • Every teen experiences stress and worry occasionally, but persistent anxiety can begin to interfere with school, friendships, sleep, family relationships, and daily life. If your teen seems constantly worried, overwhelmed, withdrawn, irritable, or no longer enjoys activities they once loved, therapy may help identify what's going on and provide support.

  • The first session is an opportunity for us to get to know one another. We'll talk about what's bringing you to therapy, what you've been experiencing, and what you hope will be different. There is no pressure to share everything right away—we'll move at a pace that feels comfortable for you. By the end of the session, we'll have a better understanding of your goals and discuss what the next steps might look like.

  • Yes. Therapy can help in several ways. It can help you better understand what’s fueling your anxiety. It can also provide practical tools to manage it and quiet the constant worry and self-criticism. Over time, people tend to feel less overwhelmed and able to manage their anxious or self-critical thoughts.

  • Yes. Depression can make even simple tasks feel exhausting and leave you feeling disconnected from the people and activities you once enjoyed. Therapy can help you understand what’s contributing to those feelings, develop practical strategies for moving forward and begin reconnecting with yourself and your life.

  • Finding a therapist that feels like a good fit for you or your family can be challenging. Whether you are wanting to schedule an initial session or wanting more information first, you can schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation. You can call or text me at 832-779-7515.  If I cannot take your call in the moment, please leave a brief voicemail message and I will be happy to call you back.

    Another option is to complete the form on the Contact tab of this website.

  • Adult Clients

    I see adults online or in person.

    Teen Clients

    When working with teen, I see them in person only.

  • I accept the following insurances:

    • Aetna

    • Ascension (SmartHealth)

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas

    • Carelon Behavioral Health

    • Cigna

    • Oscar (Optum)

    • Oxford (Optum)

    • United Healthcare

    Insurance payments are processed through a company called Headway.

    I am out of network for all other insurances and can provide you with a superbill for your potential reimbursement.

  • The 15-minute initial phone consultation is complimentary.

    If I am out of network for your insurance or if you are a self-pay client, the fees are:

    Intake session: $150

    The intake session is the initial session and is about 75 minutes long

    Individual/parent sessions*: $130

    These are sessions after the intake session and are about 55 minutes long.

    *When working with adolescents, parent sessions are part of the treatment process. The parent sessions are sometimes with the teen present and sometimes without and are used to discuss how to provide support between sessions.

  • I have two offices—one in West Houston and another in the Memorial Villages. Both locations have free parking.

    West Houston:

    1011 S Texas 6, Suite 325 (3rd floor)

    Houston, Texas 77077

    Memorial Villages:

    950 Echo Lane, Suite 335 (3rd floor)

    Houston, Texas 77024tem description