Question 1

I've never done therapy before. What should I expect?

Accepted Answer

The first step is a free 15-20 minute consultation call where we just talk. No intake forms, no jargon, just a real conversation about what you're dealing with and whether I'm the right fit. If we decide to work together, sessions are 50 minutes, fully virtual, and completely confidential.

Question 2

How much does a session cost?

Accepted Answer

Individual sessions are $250 for 50 minutes. Private-pay clients get the most flexible, personalized experience. No session limits, no required diagnoses, and complete privacy. Your therapy stays between us, period. I also keep a few sliding-scale spots open based on need and availability. If cost is a barrier, just ask about them when you reach out and we'll see what's possible.

Question 3

Why private pay instead of insurance?

Accepted Answer

Insurance companies require a diagnosis on your permanent medical record, may cap the number of sessions, and can dictate what kind of treatment you receive. With private pay, you get full control. We work on your terms, at your pace, with zero outside interference. It's a cleaner, more confidential experience that lets us focus entirely on the process and results.

Question 4

I'm not sure therapy is for me. I'm not "that bad."

Accepted Answer

You don't have to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. Most of the men I work with are high-functioning. They're holding it together on the outside but know something needs to shift. If that resonates, you're exactly who I help.

Question 5

Do you accept insurance?

Accepted Answer

I'm paneled with United Healthcare, so if that's your plan you may be eligible for coverage. If you have a different insurer, you may still be able to use out-of-network benefits, and many plans reimburse a portion of out-of-network therapy. And many clients choose private pay for the added flexibility and privacy of paying out of pocket. We'll find the option that fits you best during your free consultation.

Question 6

What's TEAM-CBT?

Accepted Answer

TEAM-CBT is an evidence-based therapy approach developed by Dr. David Burns (author of Feeling Good). It's structured, collaborative, and results-oriented. We don't just talk about your problems. We use specific tools and techniques to create real, lasting change.

Question 7

What's experiential therapy?

Accepted Answer

Experiential therapy moves beyond just talking about a problem. It has you work through it in the moment. That might mean role-playing a conversation you've been avoiding, or practicing a different way of responding to a situation that usually sends you into old patterns. Instead of just understanding a pattern intellectually, you actually feel and practice a different way of showing up, which tends to create change that sticks better than insight alone.

Question 8

What is polyvagal-informed therapy?

Accepted Answer

Polyvagal-informed therapy draws on the science of how your nervous system responds to stress and safety. It helps you understand why your body reacts the way it does — fight, flight, freeze, or shutdown — and gives you tools to regulate and feel more grounded in everyday life.

Question 9

What is attachment-focused therapy?

Accepted Answer

Attachment-focused therapy explores how your earliest relationships shaped the way you connect with others today. It helps you understand patterns in your relationships — why you pull away, people-please, or struggle to feel seen — and build healthier, more secure connections.

Question 10

What is the out-of-control sexual behavior (OCSB) framework?

Accepted Answer

Unlike the addiction model, the OCSB framework doesn't treat compulsive sexual behavior as a disease to be cured. It treats it as a regulation problem, usually tied to stress, shame, or unmet needs. The goal isn't just to stop a behavior; it's to help you build a healthier, more values-aligned relationship with your own sexuality. That means understanding what's actually driving the behavior, reducing the shame that tends to keep it hidden and repeating, and working toward sexual health, not just the absence of a problem, but a sense of control, integrity, and genuine well-being in that part of your life.

Question 11

Do you only work with men?

Accepted Answer

My specialty is men's mental health, and the majority of my clients are men. However, I also work with teens and women who feel that a male therapist would be the right fit for what they're working through. All sessions are individual. I do not offer couples or family therapy.

Question 12

Can you see me in my state?

Accepted Answer

I see clients by telehealth in 43 states, plus the District of Columbia and the Northern Mariana Islands. The states: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming. I'm licensed in California and Texas. Everywhere else on that list I'm not licensed: I'm authorized through PSYPACT, an interstate compact, to offer telehealth there. You need to be physically located in one of these places at the time of each session. All sessions are fully virtual, so you can connect from wherever you're most comfortable and have privacy.

Question 13

How long does therapy typically take?

Accepted Answer

It depends entirely on you and your goals. Some clients see meaningful shifts in a few sessions. Others choose to do deeper, longer-term work. There's no minimum commitment. We go at your pace.

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