Therapy Services for Adults in California
The Inspired Self offers integrative, solution‑focused telehealth therapy for adults located anywhere in California who are navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, and feeling disconnected from their authentic self. Sessions are warm, collaborative, and grounded in practical tools so you can feel more steady in your nervous system and more aligned with the life you are trying to build.
Who I Work With
I work with adults who:
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Feel anxious, overwhelmed, or “on edge,” even when nothing is obviously wrong
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Are moving through big life transitions, identity shifts, or role changes (career changes, caregiving, separation, moves, or “new chapters”) and feel unsure of who they are becoming
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Are carrying the effects of past trauma, difficult relationships, or chronic stress and want a gentler, body‑aware way to heal
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Feel burned out, numb, or disconnected from their values and authentic self and want to reconnect with what truly matters to them
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If you do not see your exact situation named, that is okay; many people come in simply knowing something needs to change but not yet having the words for it.
What I Help With
My specialties include:
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Anxiety, worry, and overthinking
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Stress and burnout (including work, caregiving, and chronic life stress)
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Trauma and PTSD, including the lingering impact of earlier experiences and complex stress
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Depression, low mood, and feeling stuck or shut down
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Relationship and boundary challenges with partners, family, friends, or at work
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Anger, irritability, and difficulty expressing emotions safely
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Life transitions, identity shifts, and questions about who you are and what you want next
Together, we can clarify what you are dealing with, name patterns that are no longer serving you, and create a path forward that fits your life.
How Therapy Works Together
My approach is integrative and grounded in both evidence‑based tools and a holistic, whole‑person lens. This means we may draw from:
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to notice and shift patterns in your thoughts and behaviors that keep you feeling stuck or overwhelmed
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Somatic awareness to help you tune into your body’s signals and support your nervous system in moving out of constant fight, flight, or freeze
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Mindfulness and present‑moment skills to build more calm, self‑compassion, and choice in how you respond to stress
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Solution‑focused strategies to identify your strengths, clarify what “better” looks like, and take small, doable steps toward it
You are the expert on your own life; therapy is a place where you bring that expertise, and I bring tools, perspective, and grounding. Sessions often balance making space for hard feelings with identifying concrete next steps you can try between sessions so you see change not just in insight, but in daily life.
Telehealth Services
All sessions are offered via secure telehealth video for adults physically located in California. This allows you to access therapy from a private, comfortable space, without commuting or sitting in a waiting room.
What to expect with telehealth:
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Sessions are held on a HIPAA‑compliant platform to support your privacy and confidentiality
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You receive a secure link by email or text before each appointment; you simply click to join from your computer, tablet, or smartphone
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Appointment reminders include the direct link to your session, making it easy to stay on track with your care
You will need a stable internet connection, a device with a camera and microphone, and a private space where you can speak freely (headphones can also help with privacy).
Session Length, Frequency, & Getting Started
Standard individual sessions are 50 minutes. Many people start with weekly or biweekly appointments, and we can adjust frequency over time based on your needs, goals, and capacity.
Before starting ongoing therapy, you can schedule a free 15‑minute phone consultation. In this call, you can:
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Share a bit about what you are seeking support with
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Ask questions about how therapy with The Inspired Self works
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Get a sense of whether this feels like a good fit and what next steps might look like
Fees and Insurance
I accept several insurance plans for individual telehealth therapy through a secure billing partner, which helps simplify using your benefits. If you’d like to use insurance, I can check your coverage and share your estimated copay or coinsurance before we schedule, so you have a clear sense of cost up front.
If you prefer to pay privately or do not have in‑network coverage, I offer a standard session fee and a limited number of sliding‑scale spots based on financial need. During your free 15‑minute consultation, we can talk through insurance, fees, and options to find something that feels as sustainable as possible while honoring the value of the work.