Therapy (psychotherapy) in California is a clinical service grounded in training, evidence, and regulation. In therapy we might:

• Explore emotional patterns and mental health symptoms

• Provide assessment and diagnosis where appropriate

• Engage in healing from trauma or long-standing distress

• Use evidence-based interventions tailored to psychological needs

• Track progress through clinical goals and metrics

Therapy is governed by state laws, ethical standards, and professional scope of practice — all designed to protect your safety and wellbeing.

Therapy is not:

• A place to receive advice, instructions, or step-by-step life planning

• A substitute for coaching, consulting, or business mentorship

• Focused solely on goal achievement or productivity

• Designed primarily for accountability or performance optimization

• A quick-fix or solution-driven process

While therapy can support growth and change, it is clinically oriented and centered on emotional health, psychological patterns, and healing rather than forward-only action.

Coaching is a supportive, growth-oriented partnership for people who want:

• Clearer goals and values

• Accountability for change

• Support navigating transitions (career, life, confidence, identity)

• Tools to strengthen communication, leadership, or decision-making

• A forward-focused, action-oriented plan

Coaching is non-clinical — which means it’s not about diagnosing or treating psychological disorders — it’s about helping you articulate what matters to you and build momentum toward it. It’s present- and future-focused, grounded in collaboration rather than clinical intervention.

Typical coaching outcomes include:

Increased clarity and confidence
Practical strategies for goal achievement
Accountability and reflection support
A step-by-step roadmap for personal or professional growth

Coaching is ideal when you’re functioning well emotionally, behaviorally, and socially but want structured support to reach the next level in your life, work, or relationships.

Coaching is not psychotherapy — and it does not include:

• Clinical assessment or diagnosis

• Treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, or other mental health conditions

• Crisis intervention or emergency support

• Insurance-covered clinical treatments

Important Note:

Coaching is not a substitute for mental health treatment, crisis support, or psychotherapy. It is not appropriate for addressing acute emotional distress, trauma processing, or clinical diagnoses. If you are in need of therapeutic support, I am happy to provide referrals to licensed mental health professionals in your area.

Rates:

Individual Coaching: $175 per 50-minute session