I provide in-person sessions in my office in downtown Asheville, NC, which has dedicated parking and is ADA accessible. I provide virtual sessions to anyone living in NC.

My office is located at 68 Grove Street, Asheville, NC 28801.

I am not in network with any insurance company. Many insurance plans will cover some portion or the entire cost of our therapy sessions through out of network benefits.

Questions to ask your insurance company:

• What is the reimbursement rate for an out-of-network provider?

• Do I have a deductible? And if so, how much is it?

• Do I need approval from my primary care provider?

• How many sessions per year do I have coverage for?

• What form(s) do I need to submit so that I can be reimbursed?

As an Out of Network Provider, you will be responsible for the session fee at the time of the appointment. I will provide you with a superbill (receipt of services) that has all the necessary information for your insurance provider. If you are interested I am happy to discuss this more with you and can walk you through the process. I have a limited number of reduced fee spots based on availability and need. Please reach out to discuss.

Because somatic work is deeply relational and rooted in the "felt sense" of connection, I do not offer brief phone consultations. Instead, I prioritize depth from the very beginning. Our first full intake session is a dedicated space for us to explore the nuances of "fit" in real-time. This allows us to begin the actual work immediately, ensuring that your story and your body’s wisdom are given the time and presence they deserve. Schedule a first session here. After scheduling you will receive a link to intake forms, through my online portal system. These forms will cover my policies and informed consent. Once completed, your appointment will be confirmed and you will receive a confirmation email.

Most importantly it’s about what works for you, what your intentions are and what you want to accomplish in our time together.

Many individuals I work with continue working together for a long period of time, both because of the complexity of attachment wounds and trauma recovery, and also because they value and experience it as a deep expression of self care. But I am quite enthusiastic and excited about offering short term targeted support as well. We tend to stay more focused on the present and include a lot of experiential support - including nervous system education and practicing skills/movements in session together.

We will explore this together in the first session building a flexible plan from there.

In traditional psychotherapy, the focus is often on talking about thoughts and emotions (top-down processing). Top-down processing refers to how the brain responds to the information it receives from the body, in other words, the mental aspect of our experience. This is voluntary and conscious. But, research shows that our bodies hold a lot of wisdom and influence over our thoughts and emotions. The way the body interprets information impacts the brain, which is referred to as bottom-up processing. The impact of information from the body level is involuntary and unconscious.

Both top-down and bottom-up processing refer to the continuous loop of information that travels between the body and the mind. And if we're only focusing on one of these processing systems then we are missing a lot of other important information. When you combine your logical mind with your body’s intuition, you can support deeper and more effective collaboration and integration.

Ideally, we want to focus on both, to build a cohesive, integrated sense of self, and to understand and make changes based on the whole picture.

Nope! We all begin this journey from different places, and it's really common to find it difficult to connect with your body. Western society has always prioritized the mind over the body, so it's no surprise that we might need to learn a new way of being. Think of this work as learning a new language - we're going to help you develop a new awareness and attention to your body's subtle (sometimes simple and sometimes complex) aspects. This will ultimately help you build a more collaborative relationship with your mind and body, allowing for natural healing to occur.

This work is slow and steady, where it is both approachable and profoundly impactful.

"Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished. " Lao Tzu

EMDR therapy by nature can be intense. However, I prioritize building a connection in our work together before any deeper trauma work, which is imperative for a safe positive experience. There’s also a lot of prep work before starting the deeper work which helps build stabilization and capacity for more intense emotional experiences. The approach I take is rooted in my understanding of physiology and nervous system regulation, and I have many approaches for working with a difficult memory in ways that are more manageable and at the right pace for each individual.

Honestly this is a hard one for me to give a direct answer. I think factors such as finances & other weekly obligations have a real impact on one's capacity for deep therapeutic work. And this work is all about preventing overwhelm while we stretch to reach new places. So it's important to start at a pace that feels manageable, and everyone is different.

Also, healing work is a sacred investment in self. And a major factor for real change earlier on in the process is with a dedicated and consistent practice. When possible I ask for a commitment for weekly sessions at the beginning phase of our work together, to help this type of work start to flow and changes begin.

Scheduling & Sustainability

In this practice, I prioritize depth and presence. When we schedule a session, that hour is a "dedicated container" held exclusively for you. Because I limit the number of people I see to ensure I can offer my full somatic presence, I rely on the predictability of our scheduled time.

The Policy:

• 48-Hour Notice: I require at least 48 hours' notice for all cancellations. This allows me the opportunity to offer that space to another person or to adjust my own high-needs childcare schedule.

• The Cancellation Fee: If a session is cancelled with less than 48 hours' notice, the full session fee is charged.

Why I have this policy: I recognize that many of my somatic therapy participants are navigating neurodivergence, systemic stress, and complex family lives. I also navigate these same realities in my own home. This policy is not a "penalty" for having a difficult week; it is a sustainability fee. It ensures that my practice remains viable and that I can continue to show up as a regulated, stable presence for you and all my clients.

A Note on Emergencies: I believe in relational mutuality. I know that "life happens"—true emergencies, sudden illness, or childcare issues. Once per calendar year, I offer a "grace session" where the late-cancellation fee is waived, no questions asked. Beyond that, the fee applies regardless of the reason, as the "cost" of holding the space remains the same.