FAQs: What to Know Before You Schedule Therapy

Therapy offers a safe and confidential space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors with a trained professional. It can help you gain insight into yourself, develop coping skills, improve communication, and navigate life's challenges more effectively, ultimately promoting personal growth and well-being.

Absolutely! Therapy is a supportive tool that's beneficial for anyone seeking personal growth and emotional well-being, regardless of gender. At Female Empowered Progressions, our services are open to everyone, including men, as we believe in empowering individuals from all walks of life to progress towards their goals and live fulfilling lives.

Trauma isn't just about extreme events like rape or witnessing violence; it's unique to each individual's experience and can linger despite efforts to "get over it." At Female Empowered Progressions, we recognize trauma as something you carry with you, but we're here to help you grow and heal from it, empowering you to navigate life's challenges with resilience and strength. Through therapy, we provide a supportive space for healing and growth, enabling you to carry your trauma in a way that fosters empowerment and well-being.

Therapy isn't a quick fix or a comfortable chat; it's a journey of self-discovery and growth that involves delving into deep-seated patterns and emotions. At Female Empowered Progressions, we encourage you to confront uncomfortable truths and explore your inner world with honesty and compassion. While sessions may leave you feeling a range of emotions, from exhaustion to empowerment, each step forward brings you closer to understanding yourself and cultivating greater self-love and resilience.

The duration of counseling varies for each individual. While some seek counseling to address specific issues within a few sessions, others may incorporate it into their ongoing self-care routine for an extended period. At Female Empowered Progressions, we tailor our approach to meet your unique needs and goals, ensuring you receive the support you need for as long as necessary.

The difference lies in expertise and confidentiality. While friends and family offer support, a mental health professional brings specialized training and experience to help you navigate challenges with new skills and perspectives. Therapy provides a confidential space where you can freely express yourself without fear of judgment or your personal information being shared. Additionally, unlike confiding in loved ones, therapy ensures you won't strain relationships by associating difficult times with particular individuals, allowing for more balanced support and growth.

While I may not be in-network with your insurance provider, I offer flexible payment options to accommodate your needs. Many clients find that the investment in their mental health is worth it, and I'm committed to working with you to find a solution that fits your budget. Additionally, I can provide documentation for you to submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement, depending on your plan's out-of-network benefits.

Though much of my practice focuses on BIPOC experiences, I’ve had the privilege of working with a wide range of people, including non-BIPOC men and women, and I’m happy to provide care for all.

I love animals and the great outdoors. When not in session, that's where you can find me!

To ensure smooth scheduling and respect for each other's time, I require a 48-hour notice for cancellations or rescheduling to avoid being charged for the session. Life can be unpredictable, so if you can't make it to the office, I offer video counseling sessions via a secure platform to maintain continuity in your progress. If I need to cancel, rest assured you won't be charged, and I'll notify you promptly of any changes.

Therapy works best when sessions are consistent. When a session is missed, it not only interrupts your progress, but also prevents another client from using that time. The fee reflects the time I set aside for you, similar to other professional services.

I understand that life happens and unexpected events come up. I make every effort to be understanding when there’s a genuine emergency. However, repeated late cancellations or missed sessions make it hard to hold your spot and provide consistent care.
In those cases, the standard policy will apply, and future appointments may not be held until the balance is cleared.

Balances must be paid before scheduling your next session. If a balance remains unpaid, your reserved session time may be released to another client on the waitlist. Once payment is received, you’re welcome to resume scheduling based on current availability.

True emergencies (such as a medical crisis, hospitalization, or immediate safety concern) are handled with compassion and flexibility. If this occurs, please contact me as soon as you’re able so we can discuss next steps.

Insurance companies only pay for sessions that actually take place — not for missed or canceled appointments. Because your session time is reserved just for you, a late cancellation or no-show can’t be billed to insurance. In those cases, the full session fee applies rather than your copay.

I completely understand that life happens and sometimes things come up unexpectedly, which is why I do my best to be flexible when true emergencies occur.