Frequently Asked Questions
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▫️ General Questions – Where are you located?
▫️ Scheduling & Appointments – How do I book an appointment?
▫️ Fees & Payment – Do you offer sliding-scale rates?
▫️ Therapy Process – What happens in the first session?
▫️ Specialized Topics – What is Liberation-focused therapy?
▫️ Contact & Support – How do I get in touch?
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General Questions
Q: Where are you located?
A: Radiant Roots Counseling, LLC is based in Boulder, Colorado. Therapy sessions are currently offered online for residents of Colorado and in-person on Thursdays in central Boulder.
Q: Do you offer virtual therapy?
A: Yes! I offer telehealth sessions for clients in Colorado.
Q: Who do you work with?
A: I primarily work with adults from diverse backgrounds, including BIPOC, white individuals exploring identity and attachment, LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, disabled, chronically ill, body-diverse, and non-traditional couples and families. I also support those with hidden, less visible, and intersecting identities, including immigrants, those navigating faith transitions, and individuals from working-class and low-income backgrounds.
Scheduling and Appointments
Q: How do I schedule an appointment?
A: You can schedule an appointment by clicking here and filling out the contact form. I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation to help you decide if we're the right fit.
Q: What is your availability?
A: I am available Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 3 PM. In-person sessions are offered in central Boulder, Colorado on Thursdays only.
Q: How long are therapy sessions?
A: Sessions typically last 50 minutes, though longer sessions can be arranged depending on your needs.
Fees and Payment
Q: How much does therapy cost?
A: $125 for individuals, $150 for couples, and $175 for families. If cost is a concern, please contact me for detailed pricing information and sliding scale availability.
Q: Do you accept insurance?
A: I am an out-of-network provider, but I can provide a superbill for you to submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement. Please contact your insurance provider to learn more about your benefits.
Q: What forms of payment do you accept?
A: I accept credit/debit cards, HSA/FSA payments, and electronic bank transfers.
Q: Do you offer sliding-scale rates?
A: Yes, a limited number of sliding-scale spots are available for clients who need financial assistance. Please inquire about availability during your consultation.
Q: What is a Good Faith Estimate?
A: Under the No Surprises Act, you have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate (GFE) explaining the cost of therapy before starting services.
>>What does a Good Faith Estimate include?
The expected cost of services based on your treatment plan.
A breakdown of fees per session and any potential additional costs.
Information on your rights regarding billing transparency.
If you are uninsured or choosing not to use insurance, you will receive a Good Faith Estimate in writing before beginning therapy. If the actual cost of services exceeds the estimate, you may have the right to dispute the charges.
For more information, visit CMS.gov or read more about it here.
Therapy Process
Q: What can I expect in the first session?
A: The first session focuses on getting to know you and understanding your needs and goals. We’ll discuss what brings you to therapy, your history, and how I can best support you.
Q: I’m new to therapy. What can I expect?
A: Welcome! Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but I’m here to make the process approachable and supportive. In our first few sessions, we’ll focus on getting to know each other, exploring your goals, past experiences, and what you hope to gain from therapy. I take a collaborative approach, tailoring each session to your needs and adjusting as we go.
As we work together, I’ll also introduce practical tools for self-regulation—simple, effective strategies to help manage stress, emotions, and daily challenges. Over time, we’ll deepen our work, uncover patterns, heal past wounds, and build greater self-trust and resilience.
Therapy is a journey—it can feel like a workout. Some sessions may be challenging and reflective, while others bring clarity, empowerment, and momentum toward growth. Whether you stay for a few sessions or several months, you are always in control of the process and can choose to pause or end therapy at any time. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can heal at your own pace.
Q: How often should I come to therapy?
A: Frequency depends on your needs and goals. Most clients start with weekly sessions, but we can adjust as needed.
Q: How long does therapy usually last?
A: Therapy is a highly individualized process. Some clients may only need a few months, while others find long-term therapy helpful. We’ll collaborate to determine what works best for you.
Specialized Topics
Q: Do you work with children or young adults?
A: Yes, I work with adolescents and families to address issues like cultural identity, parent-child relationships, and intergenerational dynamics.
Q: Do you offer therapy for couples or families?
A: Yes, I specialize in working with those navigating complex relationship dynamics, mixed-race identities and families, multicultural relationships, and acculturation challenges for immigrant families.
Q: What is Attachment Theory and how is it applied in therapy?
A: Attachment Theory explains how early relationships shape emotional security, self-worth, and the way we connect with others. When attachment needs—such as safety, trust, and emotional attunement—are not met in childhood, it can lead to patterns of insecurity, anxiety, or avoidance in relationships.
In therapy, attachment-based approaches help clients recognize these patterns, heal relational wounds, and build healthier, more secure connections. Through emotional exploration, boundary setting, and nervous system regulation, therapy supports deepening self-trust and fostering meaningful, fulfilling relationships.
Q: What is childhood emotional neglect?
A: Childhood emotional neglect occurs when a child's emotional needs—such as validation, support, and connection—are consistently overlooked, leading to difficulties with self-worth, relationships, and emotional regulation in adulthood.
Q: What is decolonization therapy?
A: Decolonization therapy explores the impact of colonization and generational trauma on mental health and identity. It focuses on reclaiming cultural wisdom, ancestral connection, and self-determination as part of the healing process.
Q: What is liberation-focused therapy?
A: Liberation-focused therapy addresses all forms of systemic oppression, including racial trauma, gender oppression, and economic disparity. It centers on empowerment, collective healing, and breaking cycles of oppression to support self-liberation and radical healing.
Support and Contact
Q: How can I contact you?
A: You can contact me by clicking here and filling out the contact form.
Q: Do you provide crisis or emergency services?
A: I don’t provide crisis or emergency services, but you can check out my Crisis Resources page for support options.
Q: What if I’m not sure therapy is right for me?
A: That’s okay! I offer a free 15-minute consultation to help you explore if therapy is the right next step for you.