A Letter About Our Work Together

Before we get started, I want to tell you what to expect from our work together. This document explains my approach to therapy and the nature of our professional relationship. Please read it thoroughly. If anything is unclear or if you have questions, please asks.

Who I Am

I received my Master of Science degree from Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio, with a dual major in Clinical Mental Health and Chemical Dependency. Prior to that, I completed my undergraduate in Addictions Counseling at Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia. In total, I have worked in the mental health field for 10 years.

How We’ll Work Together

The relationship between us is the foundation for all that follows in our work together. Without that, coaching/therapy is nothing. That’s why my desire is to build a foundation of trust and credibility with you.

Your sessions are for you. You talk about what is at the center of your world. I listen, reflect, and offer support. I provide perspective that will shape how you see things in your life. The goal? To give you a space to process what is happening in your life.

I do my best to make our conversations easy, but I will not shy away from difficult topics.

It is quite possible that we will talk about things that might seem awkward to discuss. You will realize these conversations are more comfortable when they are engage directly with a solution focus. A person cannot achieve a goal if they are unwilling to look at the things in their life that are blocking their way to success.

You will find that I make sessions warm and inviting, but also direct. I will be honest with you about what I see.

What Sessions Cost

Sessions last 45 minutes. For individuals, it costs $150. For couples, sessions cost $200.

If you find that we need more time and my schedule allows for it, we can add 15-minute increments at the end. Additional 15-minute increments cost $50 for both the couples and individual sessions..

I do not accept insurance. However, I am able to provide the proper information, so that you can submit the paid invoice receipts to your insurance company for reimbursement through your FSA or HSA.

After our first session, I will email you an invoice that can be paid by credit or debit card. Going forward from the first payment, I will automatically charge that card around 6:00 PM EST on the day of your session. This way, we never have to discuss payment during our session together unless the payment source changes.

If You Need to Cancel

Life gets in the way sometimes. I understand.

If you cancel or reschedule at least 24 hours before our session, there is no fee.

Unless there is an emergency situation, if you do not show up for your session with less than 24 hours’ notice or do not give any notice at all, a $50 fee will be charged to the card I have on file. This is to partially cover the time that I have set aside for you.

What Stays Private

Everything you say in our sessions stays between us. This is a safe, private space.

That said, there are some caveats that I need you to understand.

If at any point, I believe that you might hurt yourself or someone else, I will need to tell the appropriate people to keep you safe. It is not up to me; I have a legal obligation.

I am also a mandated reporter of child abuse. If I suspect child abuse, I am required to report it to the appropriate authorities.

Outside of these two very specific situations, be assured that your words are safe with me.

Documentation

Your side of our sessions is never recorded. What you share stays private.

I do record myself. The perspective and insight I share during my work with you may be used in professional development materials, training content, or educational resources that I create independently. None of this involves you, your information, or any personal identifiers.

How We’ll Connect

We will use secure video platforms to meet. They are easy to use. For most of my clients, Zoom will be best option.

If the video quality lags and it is impacting our session, I may ask that we switch to a phone call.

Moving Forward

You are here because you want things to be different in your life. That is good. That is a beginning.

I am glad you are here.