Online Therapy
Meaningful therapy doesn't require being in the same room.
For most of my clients, therapy happens online.
What began as a necessity for many of us during the pandemic has become my preferred way of working. I've found that meaningful therapeutic relationships—and meaningful therapeutic work—can develop just as naturally online.
You can meet with me from a private space where you're comfortable, without driving across town, sitting in a waiting room, or trying to fit travel time into an already busy day.
And when the session begins, the technology quickly becomes secondary.
We're simply two people having an important conversation.
The same relationship. More flexibility.
Convenience is one of the obvious benefits of online therapy, but it isn't the only one.
Being able to meet from home can make it easier to fit therapy into work, school, family responsibilities, travel, health concerns, or other demands on your time.
Some clients also find that talking from their own space helps them feel comfortable opening up.
What matters most to me, however, is that online therapy still allows us to build the same things I value in all of my therapeutic work: trust, honesty, connection, and the ability to talk openly without judgment.
What does an online session look like?
Online therapy is much like meeting in an office.
At our scheduled time, you'll connect through a secure video platform from a private location of your choosing.
Sessions generally last about 50 minutes.
You don't need any special equipment beyond a reliable internet connection and a computer, tablet, or phone with a camera and microphone.
The most important thing is finding a place where you feel comfortable talking openly and are unlikely to be interrupted.
Can we work together if I don't live in California?
Possibly—and this is one of the reasons I've expanded my practice.
Therapists are licensed by individual states, and generally the important consideration for teletherapy is where you are physically located at the time of the session.
I am currently licensed to provide psychotherapy to clients located in:
• California
• Maine
• Arizona
• Colorado
So you don't need to live in San Diego—or even in California—to work with me.
Can EMDR be done online?
Yes. I also provide EMDR therapy online when EMDR is clinically appropriate for the client and situation.
EMDR uses bilateral stimulation as part of a structured therapeutic process. That process can be adapted to teletherapy, allowing us to do meaningful EMDR work even though we aren't physically in the same room.
Is online therapy right for everyone?
Not necessarily.
Online therapy works very well for many people, but I don't believe any one form of therapy is right for every person or every situation.
We'll talk about what brings you to therapy, what you're looking for, and whether working together online seems appropriate for your needs.
Privacy is important as well. I use a secure telehealth platform, and I'll ask you to participate from a private space where you feel comfortable talking openly.
Insurance and Medicare
I accept Medicare and select commercial insurance plans, depending on your location and coverage. Private-pay options are also available.
Because insurance participation can vary by state and plan, we can verify your coverage before beginning therapy.