Frequently Asked Questions

The first step is to schedule a free consultation call. These calls are typically 20-30 minutes and can take place by phone or video, whichever feels most comfortable to you. The call gives us an opportunity to discuss what you are looking for, determine whether my services and current availability may be a good fit, and answer any questions you have about working together.

I am not accepting new therapy clients at this time. Assessments are still available.

I update my availability on this website, so you’re welcome to check back periodically if my current openings don’t fit your schedule.

I do not maintain a waitlist.

I am an out-of-network provider. I can provide a monthly superbill that you may submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement through your out-of-network benefits.

A superbill can also be provided for assessments.

Please contact me directly for information about my current fees.

Yes. I offer in-person appointments at my office in San Mateo. I also offer telehealth (virtual) appointments for clients located throughout California.

For telehealth appointments, you must be physically located in California at the time of the session.

Most therapy clients begin with weekly appointments. This helps us to develop a strong working relationship, and build momentum to help us make meaningful progress toward your goals. Over time, we may decide together that a different frequency makes sense based on your needs, progress, and circumstances.

No. You do not need a formal autism diagnosis to work with me. I work with people who are formally diagnosed, self-identified, uncertain about whether they are neurodivergent, or beginning to explore their neurodivergence.

Yes. We can talk openly about what helps you feel most comfortable and able to participate in therapy. This might look like giving you more time to process, using more direct or concrete questions, incorporating written communication or visual supports, making the structure of sessions more predictable, adjusting the sensory environment, or moving or stimming when needed.

It is common for teens to feel uncertain, hesitant, or ambivalent about starting therapy. They do not need to completely be on board from the start, but it is important that they are willing to participate in an initial conversation and that we work together toward identifying goals that feel important to them.