FAQ

How I Can Help

My practice focuses on two closely connected areas of care (psychotherapy and neuropsychology). Whether you’re seeking therapy, answers, or clarity, my goal is to help you better understand what’s happening and support you in moving forward.

Psychotherapy

I offer therapy grounded in neuroscience and compassion, with attention to both emotional experience and brain health.

I commonly work with:

• PTSD

• Birth trauma

• Traumatic brain injury (TBI) recovery

• Cognitive rehabilitation

My approach:

• Therapy is collaborative and paced to your needs. I integrate trauma-informed care, cognitive strategies, and brain science to help make sense of symptoms and support meaningful change.

Birth Trauma:

• Birth trauma refers to emotional distress related to childbirth, including difficult or frightening deliveries, medical interventions, cesarean-related pain, or perinatal loss. I approach this work with particular sensitivity to how earlier trauma—such as sexual trauma—can resurface during childbirth.

Cognitive rehabilitation:

• Cognitive rehabilitation is therapy that supports thinking skills after injury or illness. We work together on areas like memory, attention, organization, and processing speed, using personalized strategies that translate into daily life.

Format:

• Therapy is offered virtually through a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform.

Neuropsychology: Understanding how your brain is working

Neuropsychological evaluations offer a thoughtful, structured way to better understand cognitive strengths and challenges.

What is a neuropsychological evaluation?

• This is a comprehensive assessment of thinking skills—such as memory, attention, and processing speed—used to clarify diagnoses, guide treatment, and support planning.

What to expect

• A clinical interview and review of records

• Standardized cognitive testing (typically 4–6 hours)

• A detailed written report and feedback session with clear next steps

Who seeks evaluations?

• People who notice changes in memory, attention, or learning

• Those affected by brain injury, illness, or medical and mental health conditions

• Anyone wanting a deeper understanding of how their brain works

Referrals are welcome but not required.

Format

• Evaluations are offered virtually or in person.

Who conducts these evaluations?
Neuropsychological evaluations are completed by licensed neuropsychologists with specialized training.

Practical Details

Insurance
I don’t bill insurance directly, but I provide superbills and a Good Faith Estimate. Many clients use out-of-network benefits, and I offer guidance on how to explore this with your insurer.

Fees
Evaluation fees vary depending on your needs. I’m happy to discuss this during a free consultation.

Why the Grapefruit?

I often use a grapefruit as a simple way to explain the brain: the peel represents the cortex, the pith the white matter, and the segments the many interconnected regions working together.