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If you’re exploring therapy and not sure where to begin, you’re in the right place.

Starting therapy can bring up a mix of hope, uncertainty, and questions—especially if you’re navigating a life transition or feeling stretched in ways you haven’t before. You don’t have to have everything figured out before you begin. This page is here to help you get oriented, understand how I work, and decide what kind of support feels like the best next step for you.

Think of this as a calm place to begin.

What it’s like to work together

Therapy with me is collaborative, thoughtful, and grounded in real life. I offer a space where you don’t have to perform, explain everything perfectly, or have a clear plan before you start.

We’ll focus on helping you:

  • slow things down when everything feels urgent

  • make sense of patterns that keep repeating

  • build steadier footing during times of change

  • move forward with more clarity, self-trust, and choice

Sessions are practical and reflective, paced to support meaningful change without pressure or overwhelm.

If you already have a sense of what you’re looking for, you’re welcome to explore the options below—or take your time and read through this page first.

Choosing between in-person, online, or walk-and-talk therapy

There’s no “right” option—just what best fits your life, needs, and season.

Calm therapy office with a couch and neutral decor used for in-person therapy sessions in Leesburg, Virginia

In-Person Therapy

  • You want a consistent, grounded space to step away from daily demands

  • You benefit from being physically present and uninterrupted

  • You’re local to Leesburg / Lansdowne

Explore In-Person Therapy
Person using a laptop for an online therapy session, representing virtual counseling services

Online Therapy

  • You value flexibility and convenience

  • You’re balancing a full schedule or multiple responsibilities

  • You’re located anywhere in Virginia, Maryland, or DC

Explore online therapy
Wooded walking path near water used for outdoor walk-and-talk therapy sessions

Walk-and-Talk Therapy

  • You think best while moving

  • You feel confined sitting in an office

  • You want therapy to feel more embodied and less formal

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What to expect next

Most clients begin with a free 20-minute consultation. This is a low-pressure conversation where we can talk briefly about what you’re looking for, answer questions, and see whether working together feels like a good fit.

If we decide to move forward, we’ll:

  • choose the format that works best for you

  • review fees and scheduling

  • talk through next steps clearly and transparently

You don’t need to have everything figured out before reaching out.

If you’d like more details, you can also explore:

Ready to take the next step?

Schedule Your Free 20-minute consult

A brief conversation to see if this feels like the right fit.