Why I Do Not Accept Insurance

A Thoughtful Approach to Personalized, Confidential Care

Choosing to begin therapy is a meaningful step, one that involves both personal commitment and thoughtful consideration. I value transparency and would like to share the reasons I do not participate directly with insurance panels.

1. Confidentiality and Privacy

In order to process claims, insurance companies require a formal mental health diagnosis and often request ongoing documentation about your treatment. This compromises the level of confidentiality I believe is essential to the therapeutic relationship. By working privately, your personal information remains strictly between us.

2. Flexibility in Treatment

Insurance companies often determine treatment length, frequency, and approach based on standardized criteria. I believe that effective therapy should be responsive to your unique goals and challenges, not dictated by external policies. A private-pay structure allows us to tailor the pace and scope of our work without restriction.

3. Focus on Quality of Care

By not contracting with insurance, I avoid extensive administrative demands, which allows me to devote more time and energy to your care. This includes continued training, thoughtful session planning, and being fully present in our work together.

4. Out-of-Network Options

If your insurance plan includes out-of-network benefits, you may be eligible for partial reimbursement. I’m happy to provide monthly superbills (detailed receipts) upon request that you can submit directly to your insurance provider.

If you have any questions about fees, reimbursement, or whether this model is right for you, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I am committed to supporting your access to quality, compassionate care in a way that respects your privacy and therapeutic goals.

Yes, I work with couples by helping them slow down, really hear each other, and understand the deeper patterns driving conflict, distance, or disconnection. I draw on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to strengthen your emotional bond and The Gottman Method to give you practical, research-based tools you can start using right away. This means we don’t just focus on “the fights” themselves we explore what’s happening underneath: the needs, fears, and longings that often go unspoken but drive how you relate to one another.

Because my background is trauma- and attachment-focused, I’m attuned to how past experiences, nervous system responses, or high-stress roles (like military, first responder, or healthcare work) can influence your relationship today. Sometimes this means gently untangling old wounds that get activated in the present, working through the aftermath of betrayal, or addressing intimacy challenges and compulsive behaviors. For other couples, it’s about finding ways back to connection after years of feeling like “roommates” instead of partners.

I work best with couples who are committed to showing up for the process even if you’re feeling hopeless or on the brink of separation. It’s okay if you’re not sure where the relationship is headed. Therapy can be a space to gain clarity, strengthen your bond, or decide on next steps with compassion. Each session is a mix of emotional repair, skill-building, and moments of genuine connection, so you leave not only with insight but also with experiences of being together differently. My role is to guide you toward a relationship that feels more open, steady, and connected, one step at a time.

Compassionate care begins with a single step

At Horizon of Hope Counseling, PLLC, we understand how vulnerable it can feel to begin therapy, especially when you're navigating trauma, loss, anxiety, or challenges around intimacy. Our goal is to make the process as welcoming, clear, and supportive as possible.

1. Reach Out

Start by contacting us through our Request Appointment link or by phone/email. Whether you’re seeking support for trauma, grief, performance-related stress, or sexual health and connection, we invite you to share a bit about what you’re looking for. No need to have all the answers, just a willingness to explore.

2. Schedule a Free Consultation

We offer a free 15–20 minute phone consultation to answer your questions and determine if we’re a good fit for your needs. This is a no-pressure conversation where you can get a feel for our approach and share anything you’re comfortable with.

3. Complete Intake Forms

If we decide to move forward, we’ll send you secure digital intake forms to complete before your first session. These forms help us understand your background, preferences, and hopes for therapy.

4. Attend Your First Session

Your first session is a gentle starting point. We’ll talk through your story at your own pace, clarify your goals, and begin building the safe, trusting relationship that effective therapy requires. You’re in control of how much you share, and we’ll move at a pace that honors your comfort.

5. Begin the Healing Process

Therapy at Horizon of Hope is collaborative, holistic, and always tailored to your unique path. Whether you're processing deep grief, healing trauma, managing anxiety around performance or intimacy, or simply looking for clarity and growth, we’re here to walk alongside you with compassion and expertise.

Ready to take the next step?
Contact us today to schedule your free consultation. At Horizon of Hope Counseling, healing isn’t just possible, it’s within reach.

When you reach out, I’ll send you a brief intake form and a link to schedule a free consultation call. This call is our chance to get to know each other to hear what’s bringing you in, answer any questions you have, and make sure we’re the right fit to work together. If we decide to move forward, I’ll send you intake paperwork and consent forms to complete ahead of time. These help me understand your history, your goals, and any important experiences such as trauma, attachment injuries, chronic stress, or moral injury that will guide how we approach our work together.

Before our first session, I’ll also talk you through how I work and the tools I may draw from. My approach is integrative, trauma-informed, and body-based, combining Somatic & Attachment-Focused EMDR (Certified; Consultant-in-Training), Accelerated Resolution Therapy (Certified), Brainspotting, hypnotherapy, IFS-informed/Ego States work, and yoga-based nervous system practices. Depending on your needs, I may also incorporate Gottman Method or Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples, Inference-Based CBT and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD/BFRB, and, when clinically appropriate, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy in collaboration with licensed medical providers.

If you’re exploring rapid transformation options such as longer or more frequent sessions, intensives, or combining modalities for deeper work in less time we’ll discuss what that could look like for you. I’ll also offer suggestions for creating a comfortable, private space if we’re meeting virtually, and ways to prepare so you feel as grounded and ready as possible for our time together.

My goal is for you to feel informed, supported, and at ease before you ever step into the therapy room (or virtual space), so you can arrive to your first session knowing exactly what to expect and feeling ready to begin the work of creating the changes you’ve been longing for.

The length of therapy depends on your goals, your history, and the pace that feels right for you. Some people come in with a specific issue they want to address and feel ready to wrap up in just a few months. Others choose to work together longer to explore deeper patterns, heal old wounds, and create lasting changes in how they feel, function, and connect.

Because my approach is personalized and often body-based, we’re not just looking for quick relief we’re aiming for meaningful change that lasts. We’ll check in regularly about your progress and adjust your plan along the way. I’ll never keep you in therapy just for the sake of it, and I’ll never rush you through before you feel ready. The process moves at the pace of trust, readiness, and the shifts you want to see.

For those who prefer a more focused or condensed experience, I also offer rapid transformation options, which may involve longer or more frequent sessions, intensive EMDR, or integrating modalities like Accelerated Resolution Therapy, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy for deeper work in a shorter period of time. This can be especially helpful if you’re traveling in from out of town, working around a tight schedule, or simply wanting to make faster progress.

Whether you choose a traditional pace or an rapid transformation options, therapy is always a collaborative process we’ll decide together what works best for you, your life, and your goals.

If you’re in immediate crisis thinking about harming yourself, feeling unsafe, or unable to care for yourself the most important step is to reach out for help right away. While I provide therapy for clients physically located in Texas, Oregon, and Washington, I do not offer same-day or urgent appointments, and I’m not able to provide emergency or crisis intervention. Therapy works best when there’s time and space to slow down, explore, and process not when you’re in the middle of an immediate safety concern.

If you are in crisis, please connect with one of these resources for immediate support:

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Call or text 988 (available 24/7, free, confidential)

• Crisis Text Line – Text HOME to 741741

• National Sexual Assault Hotline – Call 1-800-656-4673 or use online chat

• Veterans Crisis Line – Call 988 and press 1, or text 838255

• If you’re in immediate danger or need urgent medical attention, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department.

Once you’re safe and stable, we can work together to address what led to the crisis, strengthen your coping strategies, and help you feel more grounded and supported in daily life. You don’t have to navigate it alone reaching out in the moment is an act of courage, and long-term therapy can help you move toward lasting stability and connection.

I do not offer same-day or urgent appointments. My work is focused on creating intentional, well-prepared sessions that allow us to go deep in a way that’s steady, thoughtful, and supportive for your nervous system. This means I’m not able to provide immediate crisis intervention or emergency care.

If you’re in urgent need of support or experiencing a crisis, it’s important to connect with a resource that can help you right away:

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline – Call or text 988 (available 24/7, free, confidential)

• Crisis Text Line – Text HOME to 741741

• National Sexual Assault Hotline – Call 1-800-656-4673 or use online chat

• Veterans Crisis Line – Call 988 and press 1, or text 838255

• In immediate danger, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department.

If you are safe but want to begin therapy soon, please reach out and I’ll offer the earliest available appointment that fits both of our schedules. description