FAQs

ABOUT ME

  • I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (#138933) in California

    Education

    Masters in Social Work— Columbia University

    Bachelors in Psychology & Social Behavior — UC Irvine

    Trainings & Certifications

    • 28-Hour Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy Externship: LGBTQ+ Centered

    • 48-Hour Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention Training

    • Certified Yoga Instructor

    • Certified Domestic Violence Peer Educator

    • Certified Sexual Health Peer Educator

  • Our personal cultures and backgrounds impact our relationships and perspectives, including yours and mine! Here are some things about me… and I’m looking forward to learning more about you.

    I am a

    • cisgender woman

    • biracial Iranian-American

    • midsize & able-bodied

    • eldest daughter

    • Relationship Anarchist

    • and queer artist

  • I am a psychodynamic therapist whose work is guided by multicultural, relational, and anti-oppressive therapy frameworks.

    When working with relationships and couples, I often use frameworks from Emotion-Focused Therapy.

    I have found that parts work, artistic expression, and nature are very helpful healing tools. I incorporate these into sessions to help deepen the connection you have with yourself, others, and the world.

  • Yes! I offer relationship therapy and coaching. This includes non-romantic relationships, too. I’d love to meet with you all in a consultation call to see if we’re the right fit.

  • That’s a super important question. I really want you to find a therapist or coach whose personality and style you enjoy.

    We will meet for a 15 minute video consultation to feel things out. That conversation will help me learn whether my therapy practice offers what you’re looking for. And it’ll give you the chance to get a feel for my personality and style.

    As we continue sessions, we’ll check in on how things are going. Whether it’s the beginning, middle, or end of our time together—I’ll be happy to provide you with referrals to other therapists and coaches that I trust.

  • Oh wow, thanks for asking ;)

    The artists that I’ve had on repeat this year are Hannah Cohen, Haute & Freddy, and DJ Bridge.

    I’m sort of a folk princess / gothic fairy / disco queen.

    What about you?

FAQs

ABOUT SESSIONS

  • I provide therapy to clients in California. Therapy is a legally regulated clinical service focused on mental health. If you are seeking treatment for trauma and mental health conditions, I can only meet with you if you live in California. Therapy sessions are 50 minutes.

    Coaching, on the other hand, is a service available to people located anywhere. It is more future-focused and goal-oriented, offering support around personal growth, identity, relationships, and life transitions. While coaching can feel therapeutic, it isn’t a substitute for mental health treatment. Coaching sessions are 45 minutes.

    During our 15 minute consultation call, I’ll learn about what you’re looking for and will let you know if coaching is the right fit.

    If you are outside of California and your goals aren’t compatible with coaching, I will provide you with referrals for therapists in your state.

  • It’s super helpful to start off with weekly sessions, even if it’s for a short time. This weekly cadence gives us a chance to connect more deeply before diving into the big stuff.

    I know that weekly sessions aren’t always possible. If this is the case for you, we can meet every two weeks.

    As time passes, you and I will check in on how sessions are feeling and we’ll adjust how often we meet.

  • At this time, all my sessions are fully virtual.

    If you live in San Diego, we do have the option to occasionally have our sessions at an outdoor place, like a park. You’re welcome to ask more about this during our consultation call.

  • I provide therapy in California and offer coaching anywhere.

    When a person lives outside of California, coaching sessions are an option for us. During our 15 minute consultation call, I’ll learn about what you’re looking for and I’ll let you know if coaching is the right fit.

    Go to the the ‘coaching vs. therapy’ FAQ tab to learn more about the difference.

  • Definitely not. Laughter and chitchat can be healing and cathartic.

    Our sessions will be a space to process all feelings and emotions. Feelings like joy and relief deserve our attention, too!

  • I provide 1:1 Sex Ed because I want you to have a sense of direction and autonomy in your intimate life. In this session, you’ll bring specific questions that you need help answering. I’ll provide a customized, compassionate, and educational space to help answer those questions.

    How do I get less distracted during sex? How do I use a strap-on? Why can I only orgasm when I masturbate? How do I have sex while experiencing gender dysphoria?

    This is a one-session commitment, not long term coaching or therapy.

    $200 / 50 minute session. Reach out for sliding scale availability.

    Let’s schedule a no-cost consultation call so we can see if these sessions are the right fit for what you’re looking for.

FAQs

ABOUT FINANCES

  • Therapy — $180 (50 minutes; California only)

    Coaching — $180 (45 minutes; Any location)

    1:1 Sex Ed — $200 (50 minutes; Any location)

    Gender-affirming letter assessments — Donation-based

    Please reach out for sliding scale availability.

    I accept Loveland vouchers. If you are a Black woman or non-binary person, I highly recommend checking out The Loveland Foundation’s therapy fund.

  • No. My practice is fully private-pay. If you have California-based insurance, I can provide you with a superbill, which can help with receiving reimbursement. You can call the number on the back of your insurance card to learn what percentage of the cost your plan will cover.

    I cannot provide a superbill to coaching clients.

  • Yes!

    The Loveland Foundation provides therapy vouchers for Black women and non-binary people. Check it out!

  • Pursing gender-affirming healthcare is a financially, emotionally, and physically taxing process.

    The main reason I became a queer sex therapist was to help queer and trans people live the life of their dreams. With countless barriers, including the cost of out-of-pocket therapy, I want there to be one less stressor for you.