This is for you.
One of the most common human experiences is suffering. Life is really hard sometimes, and the hard doesn't discriminate. It transcends age, gender, race, socioeconomic status, experience, relationship status, or how put-together things look from the outside.
It shows up in everyday ways. Carrying more than you can manage. Anxiety, low mood, grief, or mental noise that feels constant and consuming. Motivation that's gone missing. Energy that's spent. Some days you're pushing through on autopilot. Other days it feels like everything is falling apart. Emotions you can't name, don't know how to feel, or don't trust, or that feel so big they seem like too much.
The result? Isolation from others. Disconnection from yourself. What's happening inside starts to show up in your relationships, your work, and your ability to get through the day. A creeping sense that you're too much for others, and somehow not enough at the same time. Tired of surface-level advice but not sure where to turn. And a quiet sense of "I don't know how I got here, and I certainly don't know how to get out."
You don't have to stay there. I can help.
Support Your Way
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Whether this is your first time in therapy, you're still searching for the right fit, or you're returning to the work, I want you to feel confident in what Embolden offers.
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Maybe you've been holding it together for so long that you're not sure who you are without the weight of it. Or maybe something happened (or kept happening), and you haven't had a safe place to put it down yet.
Individual therapy is that place.
This is one-on-one work, which means every session is built entirely around you: your story, your pace, your goals. We slow things down, get curious, and start making sense of what's been weighing on you. Whether that's anxiety, burnout, grief, identity shifts, relationship patterns, boundary struggles, or a quiet sense of being disconnected from yourself and your life.
We don't just talk about what's wrong. We work to understand why, and build something that actually helps you show up differently. Inside this room and outside of it.
This work is identity-affirming, LGBTQ+ inclusive, and grounded in evidence-based approaches including ACT, CBT, narrative therapy, and mindfulness. It’s shaped around what actually fits you, not a rigid protocol.
Sessions are available in-person in Watertown, WI or virtually anywhere in Wisconsin.
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Being a teenager has always been hard. But today's version of hard looks different, and…it's a lot.
You're expected to keep up at school, show up for your friends, navigate family, and figure out who you are, all while living in a world that's constantly connected, but somehow still feels lonely. You want to make your own choices, but it seems like everyone else is holding the rulebook.
Therapy for teens at Embolden is a space that's genuinely yours. No agenda from parents, teachers, or anyone else. Just a place to slow down, say what's actually going on, and start making sense of it, at your own pace.
We work through whatever's showing up: stress, anxiety, friendship struggles, family tension, identity questions, or just that feeling that something's off but you can't quite name it. This work is collaborative, identity-affirming, and LGBTQ+ inclusive.
For parents: I work with teens between the ages of 14–18. While I may occasionally consult with you as a caregiver, my primary relationship is with your teen. Their trust and autonomy are central to this work.
Sessions are available in-person in Watertown, WI or virtually anywhere in Wisconsin.
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Our struggles don't exist in a vacuum. Individual pain shows up in our closest relationships, and our closest relationships shape our individual functioning. The two are rarely separable. This is where relational work begins.
Relationships are systems. And when something feels off, whether it's a pattern you keep returning to, a communication breakdown, or a growing distance you can't quite explain, it affects everyone inside that system.
Couples and family therapy at Embolden starts from a different place than individual work. Here, the relationship is the client. That means there are no sides to take, no winner or loser, no right or wrong. Instead, we look at the patterns, behaviors, and dynamics that are disrupting the system, and work together to understand them.
This work is for couples at any stage: navigating conflict, rebuilding connection, working through a major transition, or even approaching separation in a way that feels healthy and intentional. It's also for couples who simply want to get ahead of the hard stuff before it becomes a problem.
A few things worth knowing: I don't keep secrets between partners. What's shared in the room stays in the room — together. Outcomes here aren't predetermined. What we're working toward is defined by you, not by an assumption that staying together is always the goal.
Family therapy is also available. I bring a systemic lens and family therapeutic training to this work, supervised by a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. If you're wondering whether this might be the right fit, let's talk.
Sessions are available in-person in Watertown, WI or virtually anywhere in Wisconsin.
Ready for support that feels steady and non-judgmental? A space where you won't be rushed, fixed, or made to feel like you're "too much?" Here, your full, messy humanity is welcome.
You don't have to know exactly what you're looking for to begin. A free 15-minute consultation gives us space to talk about what's bringing you here and see if working together feels like a good fit.
Good Questions. Honest Answers.
No question is too small. Here are the ones I hear most.
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Sessions typically run 50–60 minutes. I always reserve time at the end to make sure you feel grounded and ready to step back into your day because how you leave matters just as much as what we cover.
Your first session (intake) runs a bit longer, usually 60–75 minutes. We'll review paperwork, but more importantly, it's your time to give me the full picture :what's brought you here and what you're hoping to get from this work. There's no rushing through that.
For scheduling, I generally recommend weekly sessions for the first three weeks. The first is for exploration, the second for building a treatment plan together, and by the third, we're actually doing the work. After that, frequency is a decision we make together. Some people find weekly sessions invaluable. Others prefer space between sessions to practice what we're working on. And sometimes life happens and you need to come in sooner than planned. We stay flexible.
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My standard session rate is $105. Intake sessions are $115, reflecting the additional time and documentation involved.
I believe meaningful mental health care shouldn't be reserved only for those with financial privilege. A limited number of sliding scale spots are available through a trust-based model. If cost feels like a barrier, I encourage you to reach out. We can have an honest conversation about what may be workable.
I am a private-pay provider and do not bill insurance directly. However, I can provide a superbill upon request if you'd like to pursue out-of-network reimbursement through your insurance provider.
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As a newly licensed provider in Wisconsin, I am currently unable to directly bill insurance. Paneling with insurance providers is a complicated process, and many are declining to add new in-network providers altogether.
I don't see this as a detriment to the work. In fact, it allows me to offer care that is tailored to your goals, not a diagnosis code, flexible in pacing and frequency, and grounded in privacy and autonomy. When insurance drives treatment, I'm required to provide a diagnosis, meet specific criteria, and work within limitations that aren't always in your best interest. Without those constraints, the work belongs entirely to you.
I can provide a superbill upon request if you'd like to pursue out-of-network reimbursement through your insurance provider.
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Our consultation is simply a conversation. No pressure, no expectations, and nothing to complete beforehand.
I'll share a little about my background: how I got here and the training and credentials I bring to this work. I'll give you a sense of what therapy with me actually looks like, so you're not walking into your first session wondering what to expect.
Then it's your turn. I'll ask a little about what's bringing you here and what you're hoping to get from therapy, and I'll be honest with you about whether I feel I can meet your needs. You're welcome to ask me anything: about my approach, what sessions look like, or anything else that would help you feel confident moving forward.
If it feels like a good fit for both of us, we'll talk about next steps. And if you need time to think it over, take it. There's no pressure to decide on the spot. And if it doesn't feel like the right fit, that's okay too. The goal is simply to make sure you're finding the right support, whatever that looks like.
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Honestly? Only you can answer that. I don’t meant it as a deflection, it's the truth.
I've heard many clients share that therapy didn't work in the past because they weren't ready. And readiness looks different for everyone. If you're tired of feeling stuck, if you're ready for something to change, if you've finally had enough, this might be the right time.
That said, I'd gently reframe the question. It isn't always about whether therapy is right for you. It's about whether therapy with this therapist is right for you. Research consistently shows that the therapeutic relationship is the number one predictor of successful outcomes, more than any technique, approach, or method.
That's why I offer the free consultation. It’s why I invest so much in genuinely connecting with my clients. Because the relationship isn't just part of the work, it is the work. It matters.
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Item descriptionHonestly? It depends. I know that's not the answer you were hoping for. But there are so many factors that influence the work that a one-size-fits-all timeline wouldn't be honest.
What I can tell you is this: I generally frame therapeutic goals in a 6-month timeframe. This allows us to break the work into manageable increments: building momentum in the early months, deepening the work in the middle, and moving toward meaningful change by the end. Healing takes time, and that structure gives it room to happen.
At the 6-month mark, we explore together. Sometimes we've reached our goals and termination or maintenance (coming in on an as-needed basis) makes sense. Sometimes we've uncovered deeper work worth continuing. And sometimes life happens and we pivot entirely. That's okay too.
What I want you to know is this: it's not my goal to keep you in therapy forever. If I'm doing my job and you're doing the work outside of session, the goal is for you to do life without me. That said, some people find real value in having someone in their corner on an ongoing basis, and we can explore that together too.
You're in the driver's seat. Always.
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Item descriptionYes. While there's something special about sharing a physical space together, I recognize that technology makes quality care more accessible, and that matters to me.
Virtual sessions allow me to work with anyone across the state of Wisconsin, not just those who can make it to Watertown. And beyond geography, life happens. People get sick, Wisconsin winters are unforgiving, and schedules don't always cooperate. Virtual sessions mean we can still connect and do meaningful work, even in the middle of life's chaos.
Hybrid options are also available as some clients prefer in-person for regular sessions and virtual when life gets in the way, and we can build whatever rhythm works best for you.
All virtual sessions are conducted through SimplePractice, a HIPAA-compliant platform, so your privacy and security are always protected.
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First, that experience is valid, and it makes sense that you'd be hesitant to try again. The fact that you're here, considering it anyway? That takes courage. I don't take that lightly.
But here's what I'd offer: sometimes it isn't therapy that didn't work. It's the fit. The therapeutic relationship is the number one predictor of successful outcomes, more than any technique or approach. If the connection wasn't there, the work suffers regardless of how skilled the therapist is.
That's exactly why I offer a free consultation, so you can get a feel for me, my approach, and whether this feels different before committing to anything.
It's also worth asking yourself whether the timing felt right. If you haven't already, take a look at the question above: "How do I know if therapy is right for me?" It might offer some useful reflection.
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Great question, and an important one to answer honestly.
For scheduling, texting works perfectly. For anything beyond that, I ask that communication happen through SimplePractice, my HIPAA-compliant platform, to protect your privacy and ensure your information stays secure. Because I have a BAA agreement with Google, email is also an option for non-urgent communication, but SimplePractice is always preferred.
Outside of sessions, I'm happy to help with the small stuff. Did something happen between sessions and you're afraid you'll forget to bring it up? Send me a message. Can't remember a skill or strategy we discussed? I'll send you a refresher. Need a quick resource I can pull together in 5–10 minutes? I've got you.
Anything that requires more time, deeper conversation, or clinical care needs to be brought into a session. That's where the real work happens.
One thing I want to be clear about: I am not a crisis interventionist and I am not available outside of my business hours. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please reach out to one of the following:
🚨 911 — for immediate emergencies
📞 988 — Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (call or text)
🏥 Your local emergency roomYour safety matters deeply to me, and these resources exist to make sure you get the level of support you need, when you need it.
