Frequently Asked Questions
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I incorporate psychotherapy informed strategies into appointments when appropriate. If you need ongoing weekly therapy, I can refer you to a therapist who fits your needs and coordinate care with your consent.
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My practice is a strong fit for people who want thoughtful assessment, longer visits, and a whole person approach that may include labs, lifestyle guidance, and supplements when appropriate. Some situations require a higher level of care or a different setting. If that is the case, I will help guide you toward appropriate resources.
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Fees vary by appointment type and length. A Good Faith Estimate is available upon request. To receive current fees, please contact the office or begin the Get Started process in the patient portal.
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No. This is a cash pay, out of network practice. I do not accept insurance. Superbills are available upon request if you would like to seek possible out of network reimbursement.
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No. All services are self pay and I do not accept Medicaid or Medicare.
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Often, yes, depending on your plan. Please confirm eligibility with your HSA or FSA administrator.
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I serve patients in Oregon, Texas, and Illinois. Telehealth is the primary format. In person appointments may be available on a limited basis in the Houston area, the Chicago area, and the Portland metro area including Clackamas County.
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Yes. Secure video appointments are available for patients who are physically located in Oregon, Texas, or Illinois at the time of the session.
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Click Get Started to create your SimplePractice portal account and submit a New Patient Request. You will complete intake forms and payment setup in the portal. Once your information is reviewed, you will be invited to schedule.
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A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (MD or DO) with specialized training in mental health diagnosis and treatment. Psychiatrists can prescribe medication and also incorporate psychotherapy informed strategies. Child and adolescent psychiatrists complete additional fellowship training focused on children, teens, and families.
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I work with children, adolescents, and adults across a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma related symptoms, insomnia, burnout, and mood shifts related to perimenopause and menopause. Care is individualized and based on your goals and clinical needs.
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Yes, when appropriate. Medication decisions are collaborative and careful. Treatment may also include lifestyle guidance, labs when appropriate, targeted supplement recommendations, and coordination with other caregivers when helpful and with your consent.
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Care is established after the initial evaluation and once it is mutually determined that ongoing care is a good fit. Only then will I be considered your psychiatrist for ongoing treatment.
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Appointments must be canceled or rescheduled at least 24 business hours in advance. Late cancellations and no shows are subject to the full appointment fee. Details are provided in the patient portal during intake.
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If you are not yet a patient, use the Contact page for administrative questions. If you are an established patient, use SimplePractice secure messaging for treatment related questions. This practice does not provide emergency services. In crisis, call 911 or call or text 988.
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No. This practice does not provide emergency or crisis services. If you are in immediate danger, call 911. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, call or text 988 or go to the nearest emergency room.
Services
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Psychiatry & Medical Care
Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation
Medication management when appropriate
Diagnostic clarification
Targeted lab review and medical workups
Hormonal consultation related to mood and mental health
Lifestyle and supplement guidance when clinically indicated
Care begins with diagnostic clarity and thoughtful assessment. Treatment may include medical management when appropriate, always integrated within a broader understanding of your life context, physiology, and goals. The focus is precision, not over-medication, not under-treatment.
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ADHD & Performance Support
ADHD assessment and treatment
Executive function support
Focus and follow-through strategies
Burnout recovery and prevention
Leadership and performance optimization
ADHD and performance concerns are often misunderstood as issues of discipline or motivation. In reality, they reflect how your brain processes structure, time, and stimulation. Care focuses on building systems that work with your cognition, restoring clarity, productivity, and sustainable momentum.
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Mood & Anxiety Support
Anxiety and chronic stress
Depression and mood instability
Insomnia and cognitive strain
Trauma-related symptoms
Life transitions and adjustment challenges
Mood and anxiety symptoms rarely exist in isolation. They are often shaped by sleep patterns, hormonal shifts, work demands, relational stress, and accumulated pressure. Treatment integrates diagnostic precision, medical care when appropriate, and practical tools for emotional regulation, restoring steadiness, clarity, and resilience.
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Women’s Mental Health
Perimenopause and menopause support
Hormonal transitions
Mood and energy shifts
Brain fog & distraction
Body–mind integration
Hormonal transitions can influence focus, emotional regulation, sleep, and overall performance. Care integrates medical insight with practical strategies to restore clarity, steadiness, and resilience during these significant life stages.
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Relational & Sexual Wellness
Relationship consultation
Communication support
Sexual health consultation
Conscious partnership development
Relational strain often reflects patterns of communication, stress, identity shifts, or life-stage change. Work in this area focuses on transparency, emotional safety, and reconnection. Sexual wellness consultations integrate physiological, psychological, and relational dimensions in a grounded, clinically informed way.
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Psychedelic Consultation
Education and risk assessment
Clinical review of mental health history
Preparation and integration support
Safety-focused collaboration
Psychedelic consultation is offered within legal and regulatory guidelines. This practice does not provide or prescribe psychedelic substances. Care focuses on thoughtful education, mental health screening, and integration support when appropriate, prioritizing safety, stability, and informed decision-making.
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Coaching & Integrative Support
Executive coaching
Leadership development
Habit formation and accountability
Mindfulness-informed approaches
Whole-person resilience building
Coaching work blends strategic clarity with emotional insight. Whether focused on leadership, decision-making, habit formation, or personal alignment, the goal is consistent follow-through, not reactive change, but sustainable evolution.
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access/Relationship Based Care
50-minute sessions
Secure portal messaging
Brief check-ins when clinically appropriate
Care coordination with other providers
Administrative documentation when appropriate
This small-panel model is intentionally structured for depth and continuity. It allows time to think, adjust, and refine care thoughtfully — rather than relying on brief, transactional visits.