Insurance, Fees, and Frequently Asked Questions
therapy & COUNSELING in Detroit, michigan
How much do sessions cost?
Initial Intake Appointment (60–75 minutes) – $200
Individual Psychotherapy (55 minutes) – $165
Individual Psychotherapy (45 minutes) – $130
Individual Psychotherapy (30 minutes) – $100
Parent–Child Psychotherapy (50–60 minutes) – $165
Couples Therapy Related to Parenting (50–60 minutes) – $165
Family Therapy (50-60 minutes) – $165
Do you accept insurance?
I currently accept BCBS, BCN, Aetna, United Health Care and Priority Health for individual treatment only. Relational services (like couples or family therapy) are not billed through insurance. Insurance requires assigning a mental health diagnosis to one individual and justifying treatment as “medically necessary,” which can lead to misdiagnosis and limit the work we can do together. Providing these services outside of the insurance model allows us to focus on your family’s goals without compromising accuracy or ethics.
Do you offer virtual or in-person sessions?
I offer both. However, any therapy involving a child (such as in parent-child therapy or family therapy) must be held in-person. I currently hold in-person sessions at my office in Hamtramck, MI.
Who do you work with?
I work with parents of all identities — and I welcome clients from all walks of life. I am queer- and kink-affirming, cisgender but deeply committed to supporting trans, nonbinary, and gender-diverse parents, and experienced in working with polyamorous and ethically non-monogamous families. I especially enjoy partnering with clients who might consider themselves a little “outside the box” — those whose lives, relationships, or parenting styles don’t always fit the mold. My clients often value community care and social justice.
Do I need to be pregnant or parenting to work with you?
No. While I prioritize working with those who are pregnant, newly parenting, or in the first three years with a child — including those who are TTC (trying to conceive) or preparing to — I also work with individuals who are not actively parenting but whose experiences are deeply connected to attachment and caregiving. This might include people navigating pregnancy loss, adoption, or their own history as an adoptee. If you think you might fit but do not fit these categories, please reach out.
What approaches do you use in therapy?
I use a blend of approaches that move beyond traditional talk therapy. My work is rooted in the body and nervous system, using them as guides to where healing is most needed. I integrate polyvagal theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and somatic practices, along with inner child work and other experiential methods that may feel a little more creative or “woo-woo” — but can lead to profound change. This combination supports deep, lasting transformation that works from the inside out.
How is parent-child therapy different from individual therapy?
Parent–child therapy focuses on the relationship between the baby or young child and their caregiver(s). Sessions include both the parent and the child together, with special attention to the back-and-forth interactions that build connection and security. My role is to help parents expand their capacity to be both a secure base and a safe haven for their child. I often use modeling, reflective discussion, and play-based interventions to support stronger, more attuned relationships. Individual therapy would not include the child in treatment.