What to Expect

Therapy is a brave step. Let’s make it feel a little less uncertain.

Whether this is your first time in counseling or you’re returning after a break, I want you to know—you’re welcome here. This is a space where you can exhale, show up just as you are, and begin the work of healing with support and grace.

Your First Appointment

At your first session, you’ll be welcomed into a calm, comfortable space where you can simply breathe and settle in. You’re welcome to sit wherever feels most at ease for you. We’ll start with a gentle conversation to get to know each other, review your intake paperwork (if not already submitted online), and talk about what brought you here. There’s no pressure to share more than you’re ready for—this is your time, and we’ll move at your pace. By the end of the session, we’ll talk through your goals and whether this feels like the right fit for your journey forward.

Privacy and Confidentiality

I intentionally schedule a 15-minute buffer between each client session. This allows time for you to enter and exit your appointment without crossing paths with another client—and gives me time to be fully present for you. Your privacy matters, and so does your peace.

Everything you share in our sessions is held in confidence, with the exception of mandated reporting guidelines (which I’ll review with you clearly during our first meeting).

What Sessions Are Like

Sessions are typically 50 minutes long. Some clients arrive with specific things they want to process, others need help finding the words. Either is welcome. You don’t have to have it all figured out to get started.

Our work together might include conversation, silence, guided tools (like EMDR or grounding exercises), creative processing (like painting or sculpture), Scripture or prayer (if that’s something you desire), and plenty of compassion.

Come As You Are

You don’t need to dress a certain way, act a certain way, or say the “right” thing. You are not too much, too sensitive, too stuck, or too broken. This is your space. I’m here to walk alongside you as you make sense of what’s going on and move toward healing at your own pace.

More FAQs about What to Expect

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer to this—every client and every story is different. Some women come for a short season of support during a life transition, while others stay longer to work through deeper wounds or ongoing patterns. Weekly sessions are often recommended in the beginning to build trust and momentum. Over time, we may shift to bi-weekly or monthly, depending on your needs, goals, and progress. You’re never locked in—we’ll revisit things regularly and make adjustments that feel right for you.

Great question. You might notice small shifts at first—feeling a little more clarity, calm, or confidence in your day-to-day life. Over time, you may find yourself responding to situations differently, speaking up for your needs, or feeling less stuck in old patterns. We’ll regularly reflect on your progress together and make sure the work we’re doing feels meaningful and effective. And remember—healing isn’t linear. Growth often happens in subtle ways before it shows up in big ones.

I hear this more often than you might think. If you’ve been dismissed, misunderstood, or even harmed in a previous counseling relationship, I want you to know: that should never have happened, and your hesitancy makes perfect sense. You don’t have to pretend or rush trust here. I will always respect your pace, your boundaries, and your story. This is your space to feel safe, seen, and supported—without pressure, performance, or perfection.

Sometimes. If I offer a reflection prompt, journaling question, or a practical strategy to try during the week, it will always be optional and personalized to your goals. Some clients find it helpful to have something to engage with between sessions, while others prefer to focus their work within the session itself. Either approach is valid, and we’ll collaborate on what best supports your process.

That said, the real work of healing often happens in the day-to-day—the quiet moments when you begin to live out new insights, practice new habits, and embody new beliefs. Even if no formal assignment is given, growth doesn’t stop when you walk out the door. Every small step you take in your daily life becomes part of the healing journey.

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Ready to Talk?

Let’s schedule a 15-minute Discover Call. We’ll chat about what you’re looking for and explore whether we’re a good fit to work together.

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