All sessions are via secure, HIPAA-compliant video, which means you can see me from anywhere in California, including Los Angeles. Your car, your home, your lunch break. Many clients find that the privacy and convenience of virtual sessions actually makes it easier to open up.

EMDR is an evidence-based therapy that helps your brain reprocess distressing experiences so they stop running your present. It's targeted and efficient. You don't have to spend years talking about every incident. That said, we never rush into it. I build safety and grounding first, always. We'll discuss whether EMDR makes sense for you during your free consultation.

If you've been pushing through and not finding the peace or fullness you expected, that's enough reason to explore it. You don't need to be in crisis to come to therapy. The free 30-minute consultation is just a conversation. No pressure, no commitment. Let's just talk.

I'm in-network with Aetna. For all other plans, I provide superbills so you can submit for out-of-network reimbursement. If you have a PPO, call your insurance and ask about out-of-network mental health benefits. Most clients recover 50–80% of session costs. Cash pay is always welcome.

Yes. Research consistently shows online therapy is equally effective for anxiety, trauma, depression, and most other concerns. And because you don't have to commute or rearrange your schedule, virtual sessions tend to be easier to keep consistently. Consistency is what actually creates progress.

Most clients start with weekly sessions to build momentum and a strong foundation. As things shift, we may move to biweekly. Frequency is always a collaborative decision, never one-size-fits-all. What I do ask is that we commit to the process; real healing isn't a quick fix, but it doesn't have to take forever either.

Yes, and this is an area where I feel most at home. I'm a first-gen Latina myself. I understand the weight of family expectations, the guilt of putting yourself first, and the particular exhaustion of navigating between cultures. You won't have to spend your session explaining your background. I already get it.

Life happens and I get it. I ask for at least 24 hours' notice if you need to cancel or reschedule. This allows me to offer that time to someone else who may be waiting. Sessions cancelled with less than 24 hours' notice are charged the full session fee. No-shows are also charged the full fee. If something truly unexpected comes up, let's talk. I'm a real person, not a policy.

Under the No Surprises Act, you have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate explaining how much your therapy will cost. This applies to all clients who are uninsured or not using insurance for sessions. I'll provide this to you before your first session so there are no surprises, transparency matters to me. Self-pay clients are entitled to a Good Faith Estimate under the No Surprises Act. This estimate outlines the expected cost of psychotherapy services based on the number of sessions, your individual needs, and the type of services provided. ​By law, if you are paying out of pocket, you have the right to receive a written estimate at least one business day before your scheduled appointment. If your final bill exceeds the estimate by $400 or more, you may dispute the charges. For more information, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises (http://www.cms.gov/nosurprises)or call 877-696-6775.