What happens during the free 15-minute consultation?
We will briefly discuss what brings you to therapy, review your primary goals, and answer administrative questions regarding insurance or scheduling. It is a low-pressure conversation to confirm that my clinical approach is the right fit for your needs.
How does virtual therapy work in Florida?
Sessions take place through a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform. You can join from any quiet, private space anywhere in Florida using a smartphone, tablet, or computer with a reliable internet connection.
Insurance & Payment
How does billing work through Headway?
Headway manages all in-network insurance verification, copay estimates, and claims for Aetna, Ascension SmartHealth, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna / Evernorth, and Florida Blue. They verify your coverage upfront, send an explicit cost estimate before your first session, and process copays automatically without manual invoices.
What are your self-pay rates and accepted payment methods?
Standard individual sessions are $150. Payments are accepted via major credit/debit cards, HSA/FSA cards, or Zelle (available upon request, strictly for self-pay clients). A limited number of sliding scale slots are also available based on financial need.
Can I use my out-of-network insurance benefits?
Yes. If your insurance provider is out-of-network, itemized clinical receipts (superbills) are provided upon request for you to submit to your carrier for independent reimbursement.
Clinical Approach & Practice Fit
What therapeutic approaches do you integrate into sessions?
I utilize an integrative, collaborative approach tailored directly to your real life. Rather than fitting you into a rigid box, my work blends evidence-based techniques—incorporating, but not limited to, CBT, DBT skills, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused strategies, and trauma-informed care—to help you build self-trust and lasting emotional stability.
Do you specialize in working with military service members and veterans?
Yes. As a Disabled U.S. Army Veteran with 8+ years of active duty medical operations experience, I bring firsthand cultural understanding to active duty members, veterans, military families, and high-stress professionals navigating operational stress, trauma, or life transitions.
Do you use AI technology during sessions, and is my privacy protected?
Yes, I use a HIPAA-compliant ambient AI documentation tool during sessions. This handles note-taking automatically so I can stay 100% focused on you and our conversation rather than typing on a screen.
Your privacy remains strictly protected at every step:
Bank-Grade Encryption & HIPAA Standards: The tool operates under a signed Business Associate Agreement (BAA) meeting all federal privacy requirements.
No AI Model Training: Your voice, personal details, and clinical data are never used to train public AI models or shared with third parties.
No Retained Audio: Session audio is processed securely in real time to generate a draft text summary and is erased immediately afterward.
Full Provider Oversight: I personally review, edit, and finalize every note before it becomes part of your confidential medical record.
100% Voluntary: If you ever prefer that I take manual notes instead, simply let me know—you can opt out at any time with zero impact on your care.
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