Legal & Compliance Information

Website Disclaimer

This website is for informational purposes only and does not establish a therapist-client relationship. A therapist-client relationship is only established after:

• • A consultation meeting
• • Review and signing of informed consent documents
• • Completion of intake paperwork
• • Mutual agreement to begin services

Information on this website should not be used as a substitute for professional mental health services or diagnosis.

Mental Health Emergency

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please do not rely on website communication. Take immediate action:

• Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room
• Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (available 24/7)
• Text HOME to 741741 for the Crisis Text Line

These resources are free, confidential, and available 24/7.

Telehealth & Location

Therapy services are available to clients located in Texas at the time of service. This is required by Texas state licensing laws for Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW). If you are located outside of Texas or planning to relocate, please contact me to discuss availability.

Contact Forms & Privacy

Please do not include sensitive clinical information, emergency concerns, or confidential health information in website contact forms or standard email.

Website contact forms and email are for general inquiries only and are not secure channels for protected health information. If you need to share sensitive information:

• • Schedule a consultation first
• • Wait for secure communication channels to be established
• • Share health information only through HIPAA-compliant secure messaging

Fees & Insurance

I welcome private pay clients and accept a limited number of insurance clients depending on availability, plan eligibility, and clinical fit.

Insurance coverage and benefits should be verified with your insurance company before beginning services. I recommend contacting your insurance provider to confirm:

• • Coverage for individual therapy with an LCSW
• • Your copay, coinsurance, and deductible amounts
• • Whether a referral or pre-authorization is required
• • In-network vs. out-of-network benefits

Fees and insurance policies will be discussed during your consultation and documented in your service agreement.

No Surprises Act Notice

The federal No Surprises Act requires health care providers to provide patients with a Good Faith Estimate (GFE) of the cost of healthcare services before treatment begins. This applies to patients who are uninsured, paying out-of-pocket, or whose services may not be covered by insurance.

What This Means for You

• • If you are uninsured or paying out-of-pocket, you have the right to request a Good Faith Estimate before your services begin
• • The estimate will include the expected cost of therapy sessions, frequency of visits, and duration of treatment
• • You will not receive a bill that is substantially higher than the estimate provided
• • My fees will be discussed during your initial consultation, and a written service agreement will be provided

Insurance Patients

If you are using insurance to pay for services, your out-of-pocket costs depend on your specific plan, coverage, and deductible status. I encourage you to verify your benefits and ask me any questions about costs before your first session. If you have insurance and receive a bill that seems incorrect, please contact me immediately so I can help clarify the charges.

Clinical Approach & Specialized Services

I use trauma-informed, attachment-focused, and nervous-system-based therapeutic approaches. These may include:

• • EMDR therapy for trauma processing
• • Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapy (C-DBT) for emotion regulation and skills
• • Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) for nervous system regulation
• • IFS-informed care for internal family systems work
• • Attachment trauma work for relational healing
• • Ketamine-assisted therapy when clinically appropriate and in collaboration with qualified medical providers

Your specific treatment plan will be discussed and agreed upon during the consultation and intake process.

Professional Credentials & Licensing

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Texas and provide therapy services to clients located in Texas. My license is active and in good standing with the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners, which is under the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council (BHEC).

You may verify licensing information through the Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council at (512) 305-7700 or by visiting bhec.texas.gov.

Artificial Intelligence & Technology Privacy

I am committed to using technology ethically and responsibly in my practice. Following guidelines from the National Association of Social Workers (NASW), I ensure that any tools, AI technologies, or digital platforms I use protect your privacy, maintain confidentiality, and comply with HIPAA and Texas state privacy laws.

Technology Security & Compliance

Any software tools, AI technologies, or digital platforms I use in my practice are carefully selected to meet these standards:

• • Be HIPAA compliant with a signed Business Associate Agreement (BAA)
• • Use encryption and secure protocols to protect data transmission and storage
• • Never share your PHI with non-compliant third-party AI technologies
• • Comply with Texas state privacy laws and professional licensing requirements
• • Include contingency plans in case of technology failure

Informed Consent & Transparency

If I use any AI technologies, digital tools, or electronic platforms in your treatment—such as transcription tools, note-taking software, secure messaging, telehealth, or other digital applications—I will:

• • Inform you before using any technology in your care
• • Explain the benefits and risks of that technology
• • Obtain your informed consent in writing before proceeding
• • Explain the specific safeguards I have in place to protect your information
• • Answer any questions about technology privacy or your concerns

Data Management & Record Keeping

I maintain professional standards in how your information is managed:

• • Psychotherapy notes are kept separate from clinical progress notes and stored securely
• • Psychotherapy notes are never shared with third-party technologies or AI systems
• • Electronic communications remain separate from clinical records
• • All electronic devices and data are disposed of securely

Professional Boundaries & Communication

I maintain clear professional boundaries when using technology:

• • Personal and professional communications are kept separate
• • I do not use personal social media accounts for therapy communication
• • I will discuss social media and communication policies during our consultation