Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. I offer in-person sessions for individuals residing in the LA South Bay and surrounding Los Angeles communities.

Sessions are held at my office located at:
1820 S. Catalina Ave, Suite 105
Redondo Beach, CA 90277

My office is conveniently located near the following areas: South Bay, Hollywood Riviera, Torrance, Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Palos Verdes Estates, Rancho Palos Verdes, Rolling Hills, Rolling Hills Estates, Hawthorne, Carson, San Pedro, Lawndale, El Segundo

My office is located in the Riviera Village area of South Redondo Beach:

1820 S. Catalina Ave, Suite 105
Redondo Beach, CA 90277

The office is situated on the second level of the Sandpiper Building, directly above Coffee Cartel.

Parking is available in the Sandpiper lot, as well as metered street parking nearby.

Yes. I offer secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth sessions for clients located throughout California.

Online therapy provides a flexible and convenient option while maintaining the same level of depth, privacy, and clinical effectiveness as in-person work. Many clients appreciate the ability to engage in therapy from the comfort of their home or office.

My fee is $250 per 50-minute session.

Therapy typically begins with weekly sessions, allowing us to build momentum, establish a strong therapeutic alliance, and create meaningful, lasting change. As progress is made, we may thoughtfully transition to biweekly and eventually monthly sessions, depending on your goals and needs.

I approach therapy within a consistent therapeutic frame—a structure that includes regular meeting times, clear boundaries, and a reliable cadence. This consistency is not incidental; it is a key component of effective treatment. A steady rhythm of sessions creates a secure and focused space where deeper work can unfold, patterns can be recognized, and change can be integrated over time.

Many clients find that this level of consistency and intentional structure supports not only insight, but sustained growth and high-level functioning across their personal and professional lives.

I provide outpatient mental health services as a private, out-of-network provider and do not bill insurance directly. Payment is collected in full at the time of each session.

For clients with PPO plans, out-of-network benefits often provide meaningful reimbursement for outpatient care. To ensure a seamless experience, I handle the administrative process for you by submitting superbills directly to your insurance company on your behalf. Any eligible reimbursement is issued directly to you by your insurance provider.

Services are typically billed under the following CPT codes:

• 90837 – Individual psychotherapy (60 minutes)

• 90847 – Family or couples therapy

Many clients choose this model for the added privacy, flexibility, and discretion it affords, allowing for care that is tailored to your needs rather than insurance limitations.

You can review your out-of-network benefits instantly here:

https://calculator.meetnirvana.com/

If you prefer to contact your insurance provider directly, I recommend asking:

• Do I have out-of-network coverage for outpatient mental health services?

• Are CPT codes 90837 (individual therapy) and 90847 (couples/family therapy) covered?

• What is my plan start and end date?

• What is my deductible, and has it been met?

• What is my out-of-pocket maximum?

• What percentage of each session is reimbursed?

• What is the allowed amount for these CPT codes?

• Are there any session limits or preauthorization requirements?

If helpful, I’m happy to guide you through this process so you can clearly understand your benefits and make the most of your coverage.

In our first appointment together, I will want to most importantly start to get to know you and your pain points and reasons for entering session. Next, I will go over how sessions work, what to expect from me and from therapy each week so that you can be prepared for what comes next.

It depends on the problem. Some problems can be resolved in just a few months, and some take longer. I recommend taking a look at my Specialty Pages 1, 2, 3 and 4; within these pages, there are answers around timing for each specialty.