Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about somatic therapy, Intuitive Eating, parent & family work, and trauma healing in Atlanta and across Georgia.

Starting therapy—especially somatic or relational work—can bring up a lot of questions. Here are some of the most common ones people ask before getting started.

  • My office studio is in the Kirkwood neighborhood of Atlanta, GA. I also offer virtual psychotherapy sessions throughout the state of Georgia, as well as virtual coaching for clients worldwide.

  • Yes. In-person sessions take place in my office studio in the Kirkwood neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.

  • I often see clients online—whether that’s their personal preference or a logistical need. I aim to make virtual sessions feel as connected and supportive as possible.

    I keep my camera on and may model seated, standing, or floor-based positions to invite you to explore what feels most supportive in your body during our work together.

  • My current fee range is $175–$220 for a 50-minute session. I invite clients to choose a fee within this range based on what feels sustainable for their needs, frequency, and resources.

    I occasionally have limited availability for a lower fee, though this is not always guaranteed. You’re welcome to reach out here to inquire.

  • No, I do not accept insurance. As a self-pay provider, I’m able to work in a way that is guided by your needs, preferences, and goals—rather than insurance requirements. This supports greater privacy, depth, and flexibility in our work.

    Insurance companies often require a diagnosis, treatment plans, progress reports, or access to personal information to determine coverage. Choosing not to use insurance allows your sessions to remain more confidential and personalized.

    If you choose to submit a superbill for possible reimbursement, that process is your responsibility. Please note that doing so may allow your insurance provider to request clinical information. I will review this with you before we begin so you can make an informed decision.

    Many clients use HSA or FSA funds for therapy services—check with your provider for eligibility.

  • A Good Faith Estimate (GFE) is a document required by the No Surprises Act for self-pay clients. It outlines the expected cost of your care, including session fees and frequency, so you have a clear understanding of your financial responsibility.

    I provide this as part of the onboarding process, along with a signed fee agreement.

  • Our first appointment is a space to explore what it might be like to work together.

    Some clients arrive with clear concerns or goals. Others feel overwhelmed and need support identifying what might be helpful—and both are welcome.

    I offer a blend of psychoeducation, invitational somatic awareness (and sometimes practices), and exploration of relational history. You’re welcome to bring questions, pauses, or uncertainty.

    It’s normal for it to take a few sessions to get a sense of fit, ease, and safety. There’s no pressure—we move at a pace that works for you.

  • This varies for each person.

    Together, we’ll consider your needs, life stage, and what level of support feels most helpful in determining session frequency.

    As a depth-oriented, somatic practitioner, I see therapy as both a space for healing and for ongoing life enhancement. Sometimes that means working through past wounds. Other times, it means expanding into greater meaning, connection, and vitality in your day-to-day life.

    While some sessions may offer immediate relief or insight, the relational experience of therapy is what supports deeper, lasting change over time.

    As this develops, many clients notice a shift toward greater curiosity, self-connection, and new ways of responding that feel more aligned and sustaining.

  • Yes. My approach is neuroaffirming and honors diverse ways of thinking, learning, and being.

    Through a strengths-based and trauma-informed lens, we explore how your unique way of experiencing the world can feel more supported, expressed, and nourished.

    Just as bodies, preferences, and identities vary, your individuality is something to be honored—not shaped to fit a narrow norm.

  • As a co-developer of Chi for Two®, I’m often asked how my work relates to other well-known therapeutic approaches.

    Chi for Two is a comprehensive, relational somatic method that synthesizes and expands upon many evidence-based frameworks—including nervous system science, attachment theory, trauma research, and developmental movement.

    Rather than incorporating techniques from other models, this work builds on and extends them—particularly in how we understand relational dynamics, early developmental patterning, and the impact of two-person interactions on nervous system functioning.

    If you’re curious to learn more about the distinctions, Chi for Two offers additional articles and resources here: https://www.chifortwo.com/questions-about-chi-for-two

  • I love working with people of all ages who are exploring the spectrum of eating disorders, disordered eating and exercise, and body image struggles. This work is a specialty of mine, which you can learn more about here.

    As a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, I love helping all people discover a richly sustaining relationship with food, eating and living life fully. You can learn more about the method here.

  • I offer in-person somatic therapy in Atlanta for individuals, families and romantic partners. I also offer virtual sessions across the state of Georgia.

    I also offer somatic coaching virtually worldwide.

  • Yes. I offer consultations for helping professionals interested in integrating trauma-sensitive, nervous system-informed, body-based practices into their work.

    In addition to offering continuing education (CE) opportunities, I provide individual consultations and am also a trainer for the Chi for Two® method.

    To learn more about professional training opportunities, visit: https://www.chifortwo.com

“The way to maintain one’s connection to the wild is to ask yourself what it is that you want. This is the sorting of the seed from the dirt. One of the most important discriminations we can make in this matter is the difference between things that beckon to us and things that call from our souls.”

~ Clarissa Pinkola Estés