Frequently Asked Questions

Psychotherapy helps you understand your “story” – the experiences that shaped you, the defenses that have protected you, and the patterns that are now preventing you from living the life you desire. The process of psychotherapy is a dialogue – a conversation between you and your therapist. This back and forth process continues to create deeper meaning and understanding of your life and your patterns.

During therapy, you set the pace. Your comfort and safety are of utmost importance, so therapy progresses at a speed that feels right for you. We get it – change can be scary and overwhelming, and that's okay. Healing and progress take time, but together, we'll navigate this journey to ensure you experience positive and meaningful transformations in your life.

Therapy is not a one size fits all. Check out our therapists’ profiles to determine which person’s approach and specialties feel right for you.

Most people can tell after an initial session whether they feel comfortable with a therapist’s style. Please feel free to speak up if you do not feel comfortable with the therapist, it will not offend us whatsoever. We want you to feel that you can develop an alliance of trust with your therapist – that is when therapy works best. We want to help you get to the right therapist.

We care immensely about your physical health and safety. We have also found that many clients simply enjoy meeting from the comfort of their own homes. We can see all CA residents, near or far, via tele-health.

All appointments can be conducted online with video or phone only options. We use doxy.me or zoom to conduct our sessions. It is HIPAA-compliant, secure, and accessible from any web browser on your smartphone, tablet, or computer. All we ask is that you have a safe, quiet spot with reliable connection.

The initial session is the time for you to start to share your story, talk about your goals and what you would like to change. Another important aspect of the first session is deciding if we are a good fit. Ask yourself: Do I seem like someone you can trust? We are establishing a relationship that will become the foundation for working together. You will begin to figure out some goals; I will begin to figure out how to help you get there.

For in-person sessions our office is located in Highland Park: 5619 N. Figueroa, Los Angeles, CA 90042. Our red doorway is in between Cookbook and the Highland Bowl.

We are located off the 110 Freeway Via Marisol Exit and inside the historic Highland Hotel building. The Highland Park Metro Gold Line stop is right behind our building.

It is a popular area in Highland Park where you can grab a coffee before or after sessions. Our favorite is Kindness and Mischief!

Rates vary depending on a therapist’s number of years of practice, experience, training, and expertise. Our associates’ full fees are $175-185, and licensed therapist’s fee is between $185-220. Sliding Scale fees may be considered on an as-needed basis and based on the therapist's availability.

Starting therapy is an emotional and financial investment. We offer a free 15-minute phone or video consultation to see if we are the right fit for you and to answer any questions you might have.

No, we do not accept any insurance. We will collect payment in full from you at the time of service.

If you have a PPO type plan and want to submit a claim for out-of-network reimbursement, we can give you a receipt to help facilitate any reimbursement you may be entitled to. It is highly recommended that you check in with your insurance provider to clarify your out-of-network coverage prior to the start of therapy.

Please note that submitting an insurance claim means we may need to give you a mental health diagnosis.

There is a mix of free and metered parking behind and around our building. You can also find some street parking nearby.

Depending on the time and day of your appointment, parking can sometimes take a little bit of time. To avoid the stress of potentially being late to your appointment we recommend arriving 10 min early.

We require 24 hours notice of cancellation or you will need to pay for the appointment. An occasional exception may be made in the case of an emergency. The sooner you let your therapist know of an issue the better.