Frequently asked questions

The first step is a free 15-minute consultation. You can call 808-631-1157 or reach out through the contact form. From there, we'll discuss fit, goals, and next steps.

Sessions are $120 for private pay. I also accept HMSA, HMSA QUEST, HMAA, United, and TRICARE. Final in-network coverage can be confirmed during the free consultation.

Sessions are 50 minutes. Frequency depends on your goals and what feels sustainable, though weekly sessions are common, especially early in the work.

That depends on your goals, presenting concerns, and the pace that feels sustainable for you. We'll revisit progress and direction regularly so it never feels like we're just going through the motions.

I ask for at least 24 hours notice if you need to cancel or reschedule. Cancellations with less than 24 hours notice may be subject to a fee.

No. This practice is telehealth only, and clients must be located in Hawaii at the time of sessions.

Just a private space and a reliable internet connection. You can join from a phone, tablet, or computer. Depending on your insurance, we'll use either their platform or TherapyNotes, which is an encrypted system built for telehealth. I'll make sure you know exactly how to connect before your first session.

For many people, yes. A lot of clients who are initially unsure find that once they try it, it feels more manageable than expected and in many ways is a natural fit. That said, telehealth isn't the right fit for everyone. If I don't think it's the best option for your needs, I'll be upfront about that and help you think through alternatives.

I work with adults in Hawaii navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, stress, and life transitions. This practice offers individual therapy only, and couples and family sessions are not offered. If you're unsure whether your concerns are a good fit, the consultation is a great place to talk that through.

Most sessions start with checking in on anything that's come up since we last met, then moving into whatever feels most present or pressing. From there, we often work on identifying patterns and using approaches like EMDR or CBT to process and work toward change. Sessions are collaborative and you're not just talking at me, we're working through things together.

Not necessarily, and not before you're ready. Some of the work does involve looking at earlier experiences, particularly with EMDR, but we build a foundation first and move at a pace that feels right for you. You're always in the driver's seat.

That's more common than you might think, and it's worth talking about. Sometimes it's about fit, approach, or timing. If you've had experiences that left you skeptical, I'd rather hear about them upfront than have you push through quietly. We can figure out together whether this feels different.

Spiritual beliefs and faith are a meaningful part of many people's lives, and they're welcome here regardless of your tradition. I don't leave that part of you at the door. For clients who come from a Christian background and want their faith actively woven into our work, I have specific experience doing that — though it's never assumed or required.

EMDR is a structured, well-researched therapy method that helps process experiences still affecting you in the present. Rather than just talking through what happened, it works with how those experiences are stored in your body and nervous system and often reaches places that traditional talk therapy struggles to access. It's one tool among several, and we use it thoughtfully when it fits your goals.

Completely. I was skeptical myself when I first encountered it because it can sound unusual at first. But after seeing how powerfully it helped clients break through long-standing patterns, I pursued formal training and have seen real, meaningful growth through this approach. We build a strong foundation before going anywhere near that work, and we move at a pace that feels right for you. If it turns out it's not a fit, that's okay too.

No. While EMDR is a tool I use with many clients because of how effective it can be, it's never required. We'll talk through what approaches feel right for you, and I'll always explain the reasoning before we try something new.