So you're thinking about
finding a counselor.
You're in the right place. Here's what you need to know about the process, about me, and about whether this might be the right fit.
Therapy is like a shoe.
Fit matters more than brand.
Credentials, training, and approach matter. So does fit. Therapy asks you to talk honestly about your life, which is a lot easier when you feel safe, seen, and comfortable enough to be yourself with the person sitting across from you.
A great therapist for someone else might not be the right therapist for you — and that's okay. I'd rather help you recognize that than keep you in therapy that isn't giving you what you need.
Do I want someone warm and relational, or more structured and directive?
I lean relational. We'll use structure and practical tools when they're useful, but connection is central to how I work. If you're looking for a highly protocol-driven approach, I may not be the best fit.
Am I willing to become more honest — even about the stuff I'm not proud of?
Therapy works best when we can build enough trust for you to become increasingly honest about what's really happening. You don't have to walk in on Day One ready to tell me everything. Trust gets built. I can't do the honesty for you, but we don't have to force it either.
Can I handle occasional humor in a serious space?
I'm warm and occasionally funny. I take the work seriously — but not myself. Sometimes laughter is relief. Sometimes it's connection. Sometimes something is just funny. If that feels off-putting, that's useful information too.
Am I looking for therapy or coaching?
I offer both, but they're different services. Therapy addresses mental health, emotional distress, relationships, patterns, and healing. Coaching is forward-focused and isn't mental-health treatment. If you're unsure which makes sense, ask.
Learn about coaching →A real human first.
Direct, but not harsh.
I'm not going to spend every session quietly nodding and repeating the last three words you said. I'll engage, ask questions, challenge something when it's useful, and tell you what I'm noticing — with warmth, curiosity, and without judgment.
Relational to the core.
My work is rooted in Relational-Cultural Theory. I believe people grow through connection, and the relationship between us isn't just background scenery. It's part of the work. I show up as a real person too — appropriately transparent, engaged, and present.
A particular love for creatives.
Writers, artists, performers, deep thinkers, people making things, people trying to figure out who they are and how they want to live — I tend to enjoy working with them. I'm one of them.
Over twenty years of experience.
I've worked in community mental health, school-based counseling, private practice, clinical leadership, professional training, and psychiatric crisis care. I've seen this work in a lot of different settings. Very little surprises me.
More about me →Ask questions.
You don't have to choose a therapist just because they have an opening. You get to decide whether the person and the approach make sense for you.
What is your theoretical orientation, and how does it actually show up in a session?
What happens if I disagree with you or think you're getting something wrong?
What does progress look like in your work, and how will we know if therapy is helping?
You're looking for a highly structured, manualized treatment approach; you're court-ordered or mandated by a third party; you need medication management; or there's an existing personal or clinical relationship that would complicate confidentiality, objectivity, or the therapeutic relationship.
In person or telehealth.
Mason, Ohio
8118 Corporate Way, Suite 175
Mason, OH 45040
Enter the main center doors, go straight down the hallway, and turn right. You'll receive a door code before your appointment. Come in, have a seat — coffee and tea are available.
Secure video sessions
You'll receive a secure video link before your session. Give yourself a minute to make sure your camera, microphone, and internet connection are cooperating.
I currently provide telehealth counseling when you are physically located in Ohio at the time of the session.
Before your first session.
Paying for therapy
Self-pay is preferred. I accept some insurance plans, and superbills may be available for out-of-network reimbursement. FSA and HSA cards are accepted.
Insurance situations can get complicated, so reach out if you have questions about your specific coverage.
Counseling & fees →Know what to expect.
If you're uninsured or choosing not to use insurance to pay for your care, you have the right under federal law to receive a Good Faith Estimate of expected charges.
You can ask me about expected fees at any time.
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Bring your story.
Come as you are.
I review every inquiry personally. There's no obligation — just a conversation about what you're looking for and whether working together makes sense.
This site and inquiry form are not monitored for emergencies. If you're experiencing a mental-health crisis, call or text 988.