FAQs

  • Every client’s journey is unique. During our first few sessions, we’ll create a personalized treatment plan based on your history, symptoms, and goals. The timeline for traditional talk therapy often differs from structured approaches like EMDR therapy, iCBT for OCD, or Prepare–Enrich couples counseling. Together, we’ll discuss what progress may look like and what timeframe makes sense for your goals.

  • Your first session is about connection, not pressure. We’ll spend time getting to know each other, reviewing your intake forms, and clarifying your goals for therapy.

  • Yes, I accept several different insurance plans including United Health Care (UHC) and OPTUM. I also welcome self-pay clients who prefer additional privacy or flexibility. For those without coverage or whose plan I don’t take, I offer a sliding-scale rate. If I’m out-of-network with your insurance, I can provide a superbill you can submit for potential reimbursement.

  • Session fees vary by service type:

    • 45-minute individual session: $150

    • 60-minute individual session: $200

    • 45-minute couples session: $175

    Payment is due at the time of service. HSA cards are accepted for convenience.

  • Yes. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I follow the ethical and legal standards of Mississippi and Tennessee as well as American Counseling Association standard of ethics. What you share in session is private, with exceptions such as when someone is at risk of harm (such as a child or vulnerable adult). We’ll review confidentiality in detail during your intake appointment.

  • My current focus is individual adults (18+) and couples. If you’re seeking counseling for a teen or family, I’m happy to connect you with trusted providers in the Gulf Coast area.

  • No. I do not perform psychological testing, court-ordered evaluations, or custody assessments. My focus is on individual therapy, couples counseling, and trauma-informed treatment to help you heal and grow.

  • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) helps your brain reprocess distressing experiences so they no longer feel as triggering. It’s highly effective for PTSD, trauma, anxiety, and phobias. We’ll use gentle bilateral stimulation (like eye movements or tapping) to help your mind and body integrate healing memories.

  • Inference-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (iCBT) is a specialized treatment for OCD that focuses on understanding how intrusive doubts form and teaching strategies to break repetitive rumination cycles. It’s evidence-based, structured, and empowering for clients who feel stuck in obsessive thinking.

  • Walk & Talk Therapy takes traditional counseling outdoors — allowing you to process emotions while walking in a calm, natural setting. Movement can help reduce anxiety and increase relaxation, while the outdoor environment encourages reflection and connection. It’s ideal for clients who feel more comfortable outside the office or find nature grounding. Sessions are paced gently and focus on conversation, mindfulness, and presence.

    (Offered seasonally in suitable weather conditions. Must discuss in advance of session.)

  • Christian counseling is optional, client-led integration of faith into therapy. If you request it, we may explore how your beliefs, values, scripture, or prayer support healing—always grounded in evidence-based care. If faith isn’t part of what you want, therapy remains fully secular.

  • No. You do not need to be Christian, religious, or spiritual in any way. I work with clients from all backgrounds.

  • Only if you ask for it. I never initiate faith-based discussions unless the client has clearly expressed that preference.

  • Therapy is fluid. Some clients want faith integration during certain seasons and not in others. You can adjust at any time.

  • You don’t have to decide upfront. We can talk about what feels comfortable, and you can try both approaches. There is no pressure either way.

  • Yes. Any treatment methods I use in sessions—Christian or secular—are rooted in evidence-based modalities (CBT, EMDR, Solutions Focused, etc.). Faith integration is simply an added lens if you choose it.

  • It is not preaching, persuading, or assuming your beliefs. It does not replace clinical care. It’s simply an additional layer for those who want it.

  • Clients who request Christian counseling often want therapy that aligns with their spiritual values, or they find comfort in weaving faith and emotional health together. Some use it occasionally; others regularly. Everyone is welcome, regardless of belief.