Benefits of Out-of-Network Therapy
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Why don’t you accept insurance? And what do you mean that’s a good thing?
You may have noticed that I don’t accept insurance directly.
I get a lot of questions about what this means and why I don’t participate in insurance networks.
I value transparency and want to let y’all know why…
You might be weighing your options when it comes to picking a therapist for yourself. Therapists in-network might be a lower out-of-pocket cost, but you also might be surprised to learn
What’s the tea on insurance?
Client Privacy and Protection
I work primarily with marginalized communities who are under increasing scrutiny. Moving away from insurance protects client privacy by reducing the amount of information shared with insurance companies
Specialized Training
Insurance companies do not differentiate between therapists with general versus advanced training, nor do they adjust reimbursement rates to reflect cost of living increases
Challenging the System
Mental health clinicians are among the lowest-paid professionals in healthcare, despite advanced education and training. Remaining in-network would mean accepting rates set by insurance companies, rather than determining my own fee. Stepping away from in-network contracts is both a professional and a political choice, allowing me to support broader change in how therapy in the US is valued and accessed
Accessibility In New Forms
While my individual session fee is increasing, I will begin to offer lower-cost options such as group therapy, community trainings/webinars with no one turned away, and free resources, like articles, newsletters, and podcast appearances, so that more folks can access my work without me overextending myself
Being in-network with insurance is not the only way to make one’s work accessible
Values Alignment
Private pay supports a non-pathologizing, values-driven approach to therapy. It allows me to move away from unnecessary diagnosing and practice in a way that better reflects my ethics and commitment to client-centered care
Sustainability and Care
As a disabled clinician, private pay allows me to honor my limits, reduce my caseload, and ensure I can provide high-quality, attentive care
Deepening My Work
This shift also creates more space for me to invest in ongoing learning and professional growth, which directly benefits the care I can provide to you. Currently, I’m learning about decolonizing therapy, pleasure as a form of resistance, somatic practice, and neuroqueer theory
This isn’t just a business—it’s a reflection of what we believe in. We’re here to create work that matters, led by a shared commitment to quality and care.
Ready to try something different? Reach out today!
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sex therapy is a form of talk therapy with a therapist who has specialized training in sexual health. We talk openly and without judgement about sex, intimacy and relationships — something that a lot of people haven’t had much space to do in traditional therapy.
Sex therapy can help with concerns like low desire, mismatched libidos, pain during sex, difficulty with arousal or orgasm, intimacy challenges, communication, and overall sexual well-being. We might explore patterns relationship dynamics, cultural messages about sex, or anything else that’s impacting you.
To be clear, there is never any sexual activity in therapy. Everything happens through conversation, reflection, and guidance.
Online sessions are available for clients in Colorado and Illinois, providing a flexible, judgment-free space to work on your sexual health.
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No, you don’t need a partner to benefit from sex therapy. Sessions can be individual or with partner(s) depending on your goals.
Sex therapy supports all kinds of people, whether partnered, single, queer, asexual, or aromantic. You’re an embodied sexual or sensual being, however that shows up for you. Therapy can explore a wide range of topics, like sexual functioning, pain, desire, intimacy, pleasure, boundaries, and self-expression. These experiences don’t have to be tied to partnerships and we can tailor the work to what matters most to you.
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During sex therapy, we talk openly and confidentially about sexual concerns, patterns you’ve noticed, or things you’re wanting to understand or change.
We’ll usually start by getting a sense of your experiences and goals and go from there. I’m mindful of different cultural backgrounds, trauma, and comfort levels, and you’re always in control of what you choose to share. You’re welcome to talk about anything, but you won’t be pushed to answer questions you’re not ready for.
Sessions might include exploring your history, offering education, suggesting things to try outside of session, or working on communication, intimacy, or self-understanding.
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Yes. Sex therapy can help with low desire and mismatched libidos (also called desire discrepancy) by exploring what’s underneath the dynamic and what it means to you and your relationship(s).
I’m not here to pathologize anyone or tell you there’s a “normal” amount of sex you should be having. Instead, we focus on your values, your relationship(s), and what feels satisfying for you.
We might also explore what the mismatch means to you. Some people worry it signals incompatibility, disconnection, or some other problem in the relationship. Others realize what they really want is more intimacy, which could be in a sexual or nonsexual way.
In sessions, we might look at things like stress, communication patterns, emotional connection, individual desire styles, or external factors that affect libido. From there, we work toward strategies that feel realistic and aligned, helping you build a sexual relationship that works for everyone involved.
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Short answer: no. There’s no such thing as “too much” in sex therapy.
People often worry about being too explicit, too awkward, or too much in general, but this is a space where any topic is welcome. You don’t have to filter yourself or water things down to be appropriate. You’re not going to shock me, and I’m definitely not going to be clutching my pearls.
At the same time, you can go at your own pace, and we can ease into things if that feels better. My goal is to meet you where you’re at and create a space where you feel comfortable talking about things that might not be easy to say anywhere else.
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