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Telehealth
I offer telehealth sessions using a secure video platform for those who desire telehealth services. You will need a computer or smartphone, a private area, and a good internet connection. Click the Telehealth FAQ button above for more information on how the telehealth platform works.
Cancellations
If you must cancel an appointment, please do so as soon as possible. If you are unable to cancel at least 48 hours in advance, you will be charged a $50 fee for the session.
To cancel an appointment, send me an e-mail or cancel your appointment through the client portal.
Confidentiality and Out-of-Session Contact
Richmonders, it is possible that we will occasionally see each other around town, at the grocery store, at a restaurant, or in some other capacity. If this occurs, please know that I will not engage you in conversation to protect the privacy of our relationship. This is an ethical requirement for me that is intended to keep your confidentiality. You however, are not bound by this rule and can initiate contact with me if you desire.
Emergencies
Please be aware that I do not offer 24-hour emergency care or crisis-intervention services. If you are in crisis and are in danger please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.
You can also call or text the suicide crisis hotline or call your local mental health crisis number. A non-exhaustive list of crisis resource numbers are provided below for your convenience.
National Suicide Crisis Line 1-800 273-TALK https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org
YWCA Domestic Violence Crisis Hotline (804) 612-6126 http://ywcarichmond.org/hotline/
Richmond Behavioral Health Authority (804) 819-4100 http://rbha.org/
Henrico Emergency Services: (804) 727-8484 http://henrico.us/mhds/persons-in-crisis/
Hanover Crisis (804) 365-4200 https://www.hanovercounty.gov/398/Services-for-Adults
Chesterfield Crisis (804) 748-6356 http://www.chesterfield.gov/MHSS.aspx?id=8590045206
Goochland-Powhatan Emergency (804) 556-3716 http://www.gpcsb.org/Services/Emergency-Services
Urgent Appointment Requests
If you need to contact me for a non-life threatening concern, you may send me an e-mail or send a request through the client portal. Unless I am on vacation, I will get back to you as soon as I can.
Medications
As a licensed clinical psychologist, I am unable to prescribe medications. If needed, I can assist in helping you get connected with a medical professional who can do so (e.g., psychiatrist, primary care physician, psychiatric nurse practitioner).
I offer telehealth sessions using a secure video platform for those who desire telehealth services. You will need a computer or smartphone, a private area, and a good internet connection. Click the Telehealth FAQ button above for more information on how the telehealth platform works.
Cancellations
If you must cancel an appointment, please do so as soon as possible. If you are unable to cancel at least 48 hours in advance, you will be charged a $50 fee for the session.
To cancel an appointment, send me an e-mail or cancel your appointment through the client portal.
Confidentiality and Out-of-Session Contact
Richmonders, it is possible that we will occasionally see each other around town, at the grocery store, at a restaurant, or in some other capacity. If this occurs, please know that I will not engage you in conversation to protect the privacy of our relationship. This is an ethical requirement for me that is intended to keep your confidentiality. You however, are not bound by this rule and can initiate contact with me if you desire.
Emergencies
Please be aware that I do not offer 24-hour emergency care or crisis-intervention services. If you are in crisis and are in danger please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.
You can also call or text the suicide crisis hotline or call your local mental health crisis number. A non-exhaustive list of crisis resource numbers are provided below for your convenience.
National Suicide Crisis Line 1-800 273-TALK https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org
YWCA Domestic Violence Crisis Hotline (804) 612-6126 http://ywcarichmond.org/hotline/
Richmond Behavioral Health Authority (804) 819-4100 http://rbha.org/
Henrico Emergency Services: (804) 727-8484 http://henrico.us/mhds/persons-in-crisis/
Hanover Crisis (804) 365-4200 https://www.hanovercounty.gov/398/Services-for-Adults
Chesterfield Crisis (804) 748-6356 http://www.chesterfield.gov/MHSS.aspx?id=8590045206
Goochland-Powhatan Emergency (804) 556-3716 http://www.gpcsb.org/Services/Emergency-Services
Urgent Appointment Requests
If you need to contact me for a non-life threatening concern, you may send me an e-mail or send a request through the client portal. Unless I am on vacation, I will get back to you as soon as I can.
Medications
As a licensed clinical psychologist, I am unable to prescribe medications. If needed, I can assist in helping you get connected with a medical professional who can do so (e.g., psychiatrist, primary care physician, psychiatric nurse practitioner).