Frequently Asked Questions
Who do you work with?
I provide psychiatric care for adults through Telehealth across Arizona, as well as in-person appointments in the Gilbert area.
My approach is centered on understanding the whole person—not simply identifying symptoms or assigning a diagnosis.
What happens before my first appointment?
All new patients begin with a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation before an initial psychiatric appointment can be scheduled.
This is a space to share what brings you in, ask questions, and explore whether we might be the right fit to support you as you move forward.
The consultation is not a treatment appointment or psychiatric evaluation.
How long is the initial psychiatric appointment?
The initial psychiatric appointment is a comprehensive evaluation and typically lasts 60–80 minutes.
This allows time to understand your current concerns, symptoms, history, functioning, goals, and the biological, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual factors that may be relevant to your care.
Do you prescribe medication?
Medication may be part of treatment when clinically appropriate, but medication is not the only focus of my practice.
My approach is psychotherapy-centered. Sometimes medication can provide enough stability or relief to make deeper therapeutic work more accessible. Sometimes psychotherapy can begin without medication. Sometimes both are appropriate.
Treatment is individualized and collaborative.
Are you a medication-management-only practice?
No.
I believe psychiatric care can involve more than symptom management. My goal is to help you develop greater understanding, stability, coping capacity, and resilience while working toward the life you want to live.
When more specialized or intensive psychotherapy is clinically indicated, I may recommend or provide referrals to an appropriate therapist or specialist.
Do I have to take medication if I come to see you?
No.
Medication decisions are made collaboratively based on your symptoms, history, goals, preferences, and clinical needs.
You will never be expected to take medication simply because you seek psychiatric care.
Do you provide psychotherapy?
Yes. Psychotherapy is an individualized part of my approach to care. I draw from evidence-based therapeutic approaches based on your needs, goals, experiences, and what may be most helpful at a given point in your care.
Therapy is not one-size-fits-all. Our work may evolve as you do, with the goal of helping you develop greater understanding, flexibility, coping skills, and capacity to move toward the life you want.
When more specialized or intensive psychotherapy is clinically indicated, I may recommend a referral to a therapist or specialist whose expertise is best suited to your needs.
What insurance do you accept?
I currently accept select insurance plans.
Because insurance participation and individual benefits can vary, please visit the Private Pay / Select Insurance page for the current list and information about what to do if you don't see your plan listed.
Do you offer private-pay care?
Yes.
Private-pay care is available for individuals who prefer to pay out of pocket or whose insurance is out of network.
Private-pay patients should contact the office or submit the Contact form to request their complimentary 15-minute consultation. The online scheduling link is not used to schedule the initial private-pay appointment.
Private-pay rates are discussed during the consultation.
Can I schedule my appointment online?
All new patients begin with a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation before an initial psychiatric appointment can be scheduled.
After the consultation, if we decide to move forward with care:
Insurance patients: You will be guided to the appropriate online scheduling process for your initial psychiatric appointment.
Private-pay patients: Your initial psychiatric appointment will be scheduled directly through the practice after your private-pay setup is completed. Please do not use the online scheduling link for your initial appointment.
Do you offer Telehealth?
Yes. I provide Telehealth psychiatric care across Arizona.
In-person appointments are available in the Gilbert area.
Do you work with people who aren't sure what is wrong?
Absolutely.
You don't need to arrive with a diagnosis or have everything figured out.
Part of the evaluation is understanding what you're experiencing, what may be contributing to it, and what kind of care may be appropriate.
Do I need to talk about everything that has happened to me?
No.
You don't have to tell your entire story all at once.
My approach is thoughtful and paced. Understanding your experience can include exploring what happened, what it meant to you, how it affected you, and how it may still be showing up in your life—without assuming that you need to revisit every painful experience in order to heal.
Do you incorporate spirituality or faith into care?
Only if you want to.
My personal relationship with God has deeply shaped my understanding of hope, healing, restoration, and resilience. I consider myself spiritual but not religious, and I do not provide Christian counseling or preach.
Faith is never a requirement for care.
If you are open to exploring whether spirituality or a relationship with God could become part of your healing journey, there is room for that here. Wherever you are with God—or if you have questions or uncertainty—you are welcome.
Do you see patients in crisis?
No. My practice is designed for outpatient psychiatric care and is not an emergency or crisis service.
If you are experiencing an emergency or believe you may be at immediate risk of harming yourself or someone else, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
