FAQS
Questions ?
Here are some of the most common questions families ask about therapy.
If you don’t see your question answered below, contact me.
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Standard 50-minute therapy session: $150
Extended 75-minute therapy session: $220Payment is due at the time of service. I am an out-of-network provider and do not bill insurance directly. Please see the insurance question below for more information about using out-of-network benefits.
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I am an out-of-network provider and do not bill insurance directly. Upon request, I can provide a superbill that you may submit to your insurance company for possible out-of-network reimbursement. A diagnosis is required when a superbill is used.
Because benefits vary by plan, I recommend contacting your insurance company directly to ask about your out-of-network mental health benefits.
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I offer in-person therapy in my Uptown New Orleans office on select weekdays and weekends. Virtual appointments are available for clients located in Louisiana, Tennessee, and Texas.
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Life happens, and I understand that unexpected situations come up.
Each client is allowed one late cancellation or missed appointment each calendar year without a fee. Think of it as a one-time grace pass for the unexpected.
After that, appointments canceled with less than 24 hours' notice or missed without notice will be charged the cancellation/no-show fee on file.
This policy helps protect the time reserved specifically for you and allows me to continue providing consistent care to all clients. If an emergency or extraordinary circumstance arises, please let me know. Whenever possible, I'm happy to have a conversation.
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Many parents wonder if what they're seeing is "just a phase" or something more. The truth is, you don't have to wait until things feel like a crisis to ask for help.
You might consider therapy if your child is having big emotions that seem difficult to manage, frequent meltdowns, increased worries or fears, trouble sleeping, changes after a stressful event, difficulty separating from caregivers, aggression, withdrawal, or behaviors that are making everyday life harder for your child or your family.
Sometimes the concern isn't your child's behavior at all. You may notice that your relationship with your child feels strained, parenting has become exhausting, or you've tried everything you know and still feel frustrated.
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Young children often communicate their thoughts, feelings, and experiences through play, behavior, and their relationships, rather than through conversation alone. Therapy with young children looks different than therapy with older children, teens, or adults.
I use developmentally appropriate approaches that may include play, storytelling, drawing, movement, and other activities that help children express themselves in ways that feel natural and comfortable. I also work closely with parents and caregivers because they play a critical role in a child's emotional growth and healing.
Depending on your child's age and needs, therapy may involve individual time with your child, parent-child sessions, caregiver consultation, or a combination of these approaches. Together, we focus on understanding the underlying needs behind behaviors, strengthening relationships, building emotional skills, and supporting your child's overall wellbeing.
My goal is not only to help your child feel better but also to help families develop stronger connections and lasting tools for navigating challenges together.
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Honesty is best when it comes to children, otherwise their imaginations can run away with them. You can say, “we’re going to a person that can help us talk through big feelings and hard stuff.”
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During our first appointment, we'll talk about what brought you to therapy, relevant history, what has been happening recently, and what you hope will be different.
If you're seeking therapy for your child, we'll also talk about your child's development, relationships, strengths, and the concerns you're noticing at home, school, or in other settings. Depending on your child's age and needs, we may decide that the first appointment is best spent with caregivers before involving your child.
You don't need to have everything figured out before you come in. Part of our work together is making sense of what's happening and deciding what kind of support may be most helpful.
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If you are uninsured or choose not to use insurance to pay for services, you have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate of the expected cost of your care. You may request an estimate before scheduling, and one will also be provided when required by federal law.
If your bill is at least $400 more than the amount listed on your Good Faith Estimate, you may have the right to dispute the charge through the federal patient-provider dispute resolution process.
For more information about your rights, visit the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services No Surprises resources.
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No. While I specialize in working with young children and their caregivers, I also provide therapy for adults navigating pregnancy and postpartum, parenting and family relationships, trauma and difficult past experiences, and other life transitions.
Sometimes the work focuses on an individual. Other times, understanding relationships and family experiences becomes an important part of therapy. We'll talk about what you're looking for and determine whether my approach is a good fit.
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