My approach to therapy is compassionate, collaborative, and direct. I believe meaningful growth comes from feeling supported while encouraging clients to explore patterns, challenge unhelpful beliefs, and develop practical skills.

I integrate evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and skills informed by Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), based on each client's individual needs.

I trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), an evidence-based treatment for PTSD, implementing a clinical experience to support individuals navigating eating disorders, body image concerns, and trauma.

Together, we'll explore approaches that align with your experiences, goals, and readiness for change.

Absolutely! I provide LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy and welcome individuals exploring identity, self-expression, relationships, and the challenges that may come with navigating personal or social expectations.

My goal is to offer a safe space where your experiences and identity are acknowledged without judgment or assumptions.

Getting started begins with reaching out through the contact form. You’re welcome to share a little about yourself, what brings you to therapy, and what you’re hoping to work towards.

I offer a complimentary initial phone consultation to answer your questions, discuss your needs, and explore whether working together feels like a good fit.

If we decide to move forward, we’ll schedule your first appointment and you’ll receive the necessary intake paperwork through SimplePractice portal.

Your first session is an opportunity for us to begin understanding your experiences, concerns, and what you hope to gain from therapy.

We'll review relevant background information, discuss your current challenges, explore your goals, and begin identifying areas where you would like support or change.

You don't need to have everything figured out before your first appointment. We'll move at a pace that respects your comfort while working collaboratively to create a direction for therapy that feels meaningful and achievable.

Empowered Within Counseling provides therapy exclusively through secure online sessions for clients located in Florida.

Online therapy allows you to attend sessions from a private, comfortable location without traveling to an office. You'll need a reliable internet connection and a space where you can participate with privacy.

My session fees are:

• Initial consultation: Complimentary

• Initial intake assessment (50 minutes): $200

• Individual therapy (50 minutes): $200

• Adolescent therapy (50 minutes): $200

• Family therapy (50 minutes): $250

Limited sliding-scale appointments may be available for individuals experiencing financial barriers. Please feel welcome to inquire about availability.

Payment is due at the time of service and is processed securely through the SimplePractice client portal.

Empowered Within Counseling is a private-pay practice and does not currently accept insurance.

Choosing private-pay services allows you to pursue therapy without using insurance benefits. I'm happy to answer questions about fees and payment options before scheduling your first appointment.

Limited sliding-scale appointments may also be available for individuals experiencing financial barriers.

YES! A limited number of sliding-scale appointments may be available for clients experiencing financial barriers. Availability is based on current openings and discussed individual.

Please feel welcome to ask about sliding-scale options when reaching out.

If all reduced-fee spaces are filled, I can help identify alternative resources or referrals.

Empowered Within Counseling does not provide emergency or crisis-response services. Phone calls, emails, and contact form submissions are not monitored continuously and should not be used for urgent mental health needs.

If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, emotional distress, or another mental health crisis, call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Support is available 24 hours a day