FAQ

How much do you charge?

Initial assessment sessions for couples are $325.00 for a 90 minute session.
Couples therapy sessions (following initial assessment) are $250.00 for 50 minute sessions. 

Please see the Intensives page for specific pricing on longer session formats.

Are you accepting new clients?

Yes, I currently have spots open for 1 or 2 new couples. Please inquire via email, phone call, or text message (find my contact info here) to book a free consultation call!

Are you licensed to provide therapy in both Hawaii and California?

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Yes! I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in both Hawaii and California. I provide virtual therapy to clients located in either state, and in-person sessions for those on Kauai.

Do we have to be "high conflict" or recovering from infidelity to work with you?

No. While lots of couples I work with do struggle with either high conflict dynamics or are recovering from infidelity, I see couples for a wide-range of presenting issues. Some examples of other reasons couples have worked with me in the past include just working on communication, aligning parenting styles, or getting support with in laws. 

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How long can we expect to be in therapy?​

My perspective is that therapy shouldn't last forever so right from the start I'll be talking with you about what it might look or feel like for you guys to be "graduated". In general couples can expect therapy to last anywhere from 3 months to a year or more depending on the severity of issues, frequency of sessions, and commitment to change. 

Do you take insurance?

I am an out of network provider and work with Mentaya (a third party biller) to support clients in getting reimbursed according to their benefits. If you would like to use insurance while working with me please let me know in our consultation call. If you would like to check your benefits please utilize this link ---> Mentaya Benefits Checker <---- to find out your estimated reimbursement and deductible. 

How long are sessions?

Initial assessment sessions are 90 minutes long. Subsequent sessions are typically 50 minutes long. 

Intensives are based on therapy hours with a 30 minute break (minimum) for every 2 hour therapy block.

Do you provide individual or family therapy services?

I do accept a limited number of individual and family clients on a case-by-case basis. Generally in these cases we are still focused on relationship issues or on issues which are impacting relationships negatively.
Pricing for family sessions is the same as couples sessions.
Pricing for individual sessions is $225.00/session.

Do you offer evening and weekend sessions?

I offer a limited number of evening sessions however they are in high demand - please specify in your inquiry if you would like to wait for an evening spot to open up. 

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Weekends are reserved for intensive sessions with limited availability throughout the month. These sessions are in high demand so again, please specify in your inquiry if you would like to be waitlisted for a weekend intensive spot. 

Do you provide services via telehealth? What about in-person?

Yes I do! Sage and Vine Counseling is a virtual provider utilizing HIPAA compliant video conference calls. Virtual services are available for residents of California and Hawaii. 

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I'm able to offer both virtual and in-person services to residents of Kauai HI from my location on the south side of the island. In order to begin in-person services I ask for a minimum of 3 virtual sessions first. I do not guarantee at the end of the 3 virtual sessions that I will offer in-person services.

Where is your office?

Sage and Vine Counseling is located on Kauai HI. As I hold a California license (in addition to my HI license) I am able to provide virtual services to residents of California and Hawaii. 

Do you have any sliding scale spots?

I have a limited number of sliding scale spots available however they are all currently full. If you would like to fill out an eligibility form to be added to my waitlist for sliding scale, please email me. Please note that submitting the form neither guarantees eligibility nor guarantees an available spot.

What's behind the name 'Sage and Vine'?

I chose the name Sage and Vine Counseling because the imagery of calm and growth that the words 'Sage and Vine' evoke resonates with how I want my clients to feel. My goal is that you come away from our therapy sessions with new insight and a deeper wisdom about your relationships and your communications, that you feel resilient and empowered to grow and be flexible in your relationships through whatever life events you are facing. 

What is your cancellation policy?

A 72 hour notice of cancellation is required. You will be charged for the full session in event you do not cancel within 72 hours.

Do you prescribe medication?

No. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, it is outside of my scope to prescribe medication or to give medical advice or services. I provide talk therapy and am able to discuss general education around mental health. If you are looking for medication, then you would like to see a psychiatrist (they have an M.D. and as such are able to prescribe). If that is something you are looking for please ask your primary care physician for referral.