FAQ

  • How do I know if therapy is right for me?

    Therapy can be helpful if you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to manage stress, emotions, relationships, or daily functioning. You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit—many people come to therapy simply to gain clarity, improve coping skills, or create healthier habits. A consultation call can help determine whether my approach is a good fit for your needs.

  • What happens during the first therapy session?

    Your first session focuses on understanding your concerns, symptoms, and goals. I’ll ask questions about what’s been challenging lately, what you want to improve, and what has or hasn’t worked in the past. Together, we’ll create a personalized plan for therapy. You don’t need to prepare anything - just come as you are.

  • How long does therapy take?

    The length of therapy varies based on your goals, symptoms, and how frequently we meet. Some clients benefit from short-term, focused work lasting 8–12 sessions, while others prefer ongoing support for deeper or long-term changes. We’ll regularly review your progress and adjust the plan as needed.

  • What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and how does it work?

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, evidence-based approach that helps you identify unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to your distress. You learn practical skills, like challenging negative thoughts, building healthy routines, improving problem-solving, and practicing new behaviors. The goal is to create lasting change by shifting both your mindset and your actions in a way that supports better well-being.

  • Does CBT address my concern?

    CBT is an approach to therapy that can help address a variety of mental health and lifestyle concerns, like depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, insomnia, and even chronic health diseases. Using CBT, we address relief from current distress while building or reinforcing coping to improve functioning.

  • What is ERP and how does it help with OCD?

    Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is a specialized form of CBT that helps you gradually face feared situations, thoughts, or sensations while resisting compulsions. Over time, your anxiety decreases and your brain learns that you can tolerate uncertainty without relying on rituals.