Frequently Asked Questions

An important question! Here is a timeline of my work and training: I graduated from Loyola University Chicago with my BS in Human Services, which is an interdisciplinary degree focusing in: psychology, sociology, political science, social work, and criminal justice. During undergrad, I worked significantly in refugee resettlement in various roles. I then worked for Mercy Home for Boys and Girls, a residential trauma treatment facility for young men (and women, but I worked on the boys' campus), for 3 years. During my time there, I completed a Crossroads Antiracism Training (https://crossroadsantiracism.org/)program, specifically the Animating Antiracist Ways of Being training. Additionally, I was trained in ARC Model (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TA1pD8cQv8c)of trauma-informed therapy through Mercy Home. After this, I completed my master's degree in social work from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, OH. During the first year of my program, I interned with Organize Ohio (https://organizeohio.org/)and NOBLE (https://www.ohiobudgetequality.org/about)(Norther Ohioans for Budget Legislation Equality), focusing on community organizing. During my second year, I returned to my residential roots and interned as a therapist at New Directions, which is a substance use recovery facility for teens. Through Case, I received my certificate in trauma-informed practice. Since then, I've worked in private practice, focusing on trauma-informed mental health therapy primarily with queer folks. I received my certification in Somatic Ecotherapy through The Earthbody Institute (https://www.theearthbodyinstitute.com/)in 2024. I became certified as a Level 2 practitioner of Usui/Holy Fire III Reiki in 2025 because I am at a point in my career where I recognize that healing requires working with more than just our minds and emotions alone. I think Reiki is an incredible tool that allows us to work on healing at a cellular level. I am an LMSW (# 6801121563) in the state of Michigan and an LISW (# I.2507413) in the state of Ohio.

You sure can! This can be a great place to start if you've never been in therapy before. Let me know when you request an intake that this is the route you'd like to go! I specialize in treating: • Anxiety/Depression • Trauma (including religious trauma) & PTSD • Life Changes • Identity exploration • LGBTQIA2S+ related concerns • Dissociation and DID • Chronic Illness - specifically familiar with EDS/hypermobility, POTS, pain management and sleep disorders, but all are welcome! • Neurodivergence • Mood concerns • Parenting education related to LGBTQIA2S+ • Women's concerns Modalities I enjoy pulling from in addition to Ecotherapy: • CBT and DBT • Narrative therapy • Internal Family Systems (IFS) • Feminist therapy • Motivational Interviewing • Art therapy • Solution-focused • Somatic therapy

Reiki Pricing*: $75 for a 60-minute appointment. $45 for a 30-minute appointment. Prices are the same for virtual or in-person. $0 for a the first 30-minute session for Reiki for the Dying. After that, prices are the same as above. If you cancel with less than 24 hours' notice, there is a $30 fee. If you no-show (defined as: I do not see or hear from you within the first 15 minutes of session), there is a $30 fee. I am more than happy to waive the cancellation/no-show fees if you are able to reschedule within a 2-week period! Every time I give six 60-minute reiki sessions, I will set aside one pro-bono 60-minute session. If you would like to be on the pro-bono list, please email me. *There is a $10 discount for cash pay if you are able.

I am currently in the enrollment process with BCBS Michigan, Aetna, and Cigna. I expect to be able to accept these insurances by mid-April or May. Please reach out via email if you would like to be on the waitlist! An intake session (CPT code 90791) - $200 A full session (CPT code 90837), which is 53-55 minutes- $185 A short session (CPT code 90834), which is around 45 minutes - $150 A check-in (CPT code 90832), which is around 16-30 minutes - $115 Cancelling with less than 24 hours' notice - $50 fee A no-show appointment (defined as: I do not see or hear from you within 15 minutes of the start of session) - $50 fee I am more than happy to waive the cancellation/no-show fee if you can reschedule within 10 days following the missed appointment. This is subject to availability on my calendar. If you do not have insurance at all but want therapy, please reach out anyway, as there are some options we can pursue. *All payment processing, consent forms, practice policies, and privacy practice documents will be handled through Simple Practice, which is a HIPAA compliant electronic health record system. When you request an intake, I will email you within 48 business hours to discuss paperwork and scheduling!

Unfortunately, the space I am currently renting is not ADA compliant. There are about 7 stairs to reach the entrance to the building and then another 15 to go down to my office. For Ecotherapy, we can work around this by meeting for our first few sessions online and then meeting outdoors, as this is a normal progression for the work. For Reiki, we can meet online instead.

Parking: If you turn onto Washington St, you can access the alley to the back of the building, where you will find a large free parking lot. Entrance: The entrance to Lovelight Collective is at the back of the building. There is a large pride flag on the front door along Caesar Chavez, but that door remains locked at all times. Once you come inside, I ask that you take off your shoes so that we respect Lovelight's space. There are shoe trays and rugs where you can leave your shoes. You are also welcome to bring them downstairs to my office with you if that feels more comfortable. There is a bench in the entrance area where you are welcome to sit and wait until I come up to meet you. There might be a yoga class occurring when you arrive, but that is okay! If there is a class, we will be quiet until we reach my office, and then we can start chatting. The Office: I share an office with a wonderful massage therapist, though we will never be in the space at the same time as she and her clients. The office is in the basement of the building, so there are unfortunately no windows (all the more motivation to eventually get outside!). There is a large, comfortable armchair that you can either sit in while we have therapy or set your things on while we do Reiki. This is a photo of the space (prior to when I moved in. I will update it soon!) to give you an idea: https://static.wixstatic.com/media/50aced_39b5659c42824de39aa638ebf3de59a4~mv2.jpg