Insurance & Rates
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I can accept EAP Spring Health. Through Alma, I am able to accept Aetna, Cigna, and United plans. To access Alma's directory, please visit helloalma.com. For direct booking through Spring Health, visit this link.
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My private practice rate is $150 per session.
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I have a limited number of sliding scale spots on my case load, offered on a case-by-case basis.
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I am licensed to provide therapy to clients in Washington, Idaho, and Montana.
Working Together
Who I Serve
Client Age Range
I offer individual therapy for adults aged 18 and up, with a typical client age range of 18 to 45.
Where Services Are Provided
I provide flexible options for receiving therapy:
• Online Therapy: Convenient and secure sessions are available through Simple Practice’s video conferencing app.
• In-Person Therapy: Face-to-face sessions are held at my office located at the Sap and Spruce Building, 155 N Wynne St #3, Colville, WA 99114-2311.
What I Offer
• Personalized Teletherapy: Tailored support that respects your values and helps you overcome life’s challenges with resilience and empowerment.
• Holistic Approach: I don’t just diagnose and prescribe a standardized treatment. I take time to understand you—your circumstances, your goals, and what actually matters to you. From there, I draw from my knowledge and experience to piece together your care. That might mean offering a different perspective, teaching skills, or using analogies that speak your language. I tailor the process to you, integrating different therapeutic models and communicating in a way that makes sense to how you think and process.
• Relational Work: Therapy is fundamentally relational. That means developing a working relationship built on trust and mutual respect. I spend time listening to you, helping you feel seen, heard, and valued—not just as a client, but as a person. The work we do is based on collaboration. You gain trust in the process by trying things out and seeing what actually works in your life.
• Support for a Range of Issues: Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, or navigating relationships and personal growth, I’m here to guide you with directness and care.
Understanding Diagnostic Practices
• The Role of Diagnosis: A diagnosis is sometimes necessary—especially for insurance—but it’s not the heart of the work. The DSM was created to help professionals communicate about common patterns of symptoms. It has its uses, but it’s not perfect, and it doesn’t capture the full complexity of who you are.
• Limitations & Misuse: Diagnoses can sometimes be overused or lead people to over-identify with a label. I don’t want that for you. Not all therapists would diagnose the same way, and no diagnosis is permanent. Your struggles are real, but they don’t define your identity.
• A Flexible, Evolving View: I see diagnosis as a tool—not a fixed label. It’s something that can evolve with you, and I only use it when necessary and after thorough assessment. My focus is on understanding you as a whole person, not reducing you to a set of criteria.
Debunking Myths About Therapy
Curious about what therapy really involves? Watch this brief video that debunks common myths and highlights important facts about therapy. Understanding these can help you feel more prepared and informed as you embark on your therapeutic journey.
At Whitecap Counseling, I take an eclectic approach to therapy, drawing from various models to best meet your unique needs and preferences. My primary approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness, and Solution-Focused Therapy. Each of these models offers valuable techniques and perspectives that can be tailored. to address your specific concerns and goals.
Psychodyamic Therapy
Uncover underlying patterns: Explore how past experiences shape current behaviors and emotions.
Insight-oriented: Gain awareness of unconscious thoughts and feelings influencing present-day experiences.
Relationship-focused: Explore interpersonal dynamics to understand how they impact your well-being.
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I use psychodynamic techniques to address common issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship challenges.
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In our sessions, we might explore past experiences, work through unresolved emotions, and analyze patterns in your relationships to gain deeper insights and foster healing.
By understanding the roots of your current issues and gaining insights into your past experiences, we can work together to resolve underlying conflicts and support your personal growth.
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT):
Identify and challenge negative thought patterns: Learn to recognize and reframe unhelpful thoughts that contribute to distress.
Behavioral interventions: Develop coping strategies and skills to manage symptoms and improve functioning.
Goal-oriented: Collaboratively set specific, achievable goals to work towards during therapy.
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I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to address common issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, behavioral problems, and self-esteem concerns.
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In our sessions, we will identify and challenge negative thought patterns, set specific goals, and develop practical skills to manage symptoms. We might work on behavioral experiments to test new strategies, engage in problem-solving to address challenges, and regularly monitor your progress to ensure effectiveness.
By focusing on these techniques, we aim to help you manage your symptoms more effectively and enhance your overall well-being.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy:
Increase present-moment awareness: Learn techniques to stay grounded and focused on the present, reducing rumination and anxiety.
Cultivate self-compassion: Develop a kind and accepting attitude towards yourself, fostering resilience and well-being.
Stress reduction: Practice mindfulness exercises to manage stress, improve emotional regulation, and enhance overall well-being.
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I use mindfulness techniques to address common issues such as stress, anxiety, emotional regulation, and overall mental well-being.
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In our sessions, you’ll have the opportunity to explore various mindfulness techniques such as meditation, deep breathing, and body scans. You’ll choose the practices that resonate with you and feel most comfortable. We will focus on how these mindfulness techniques can help you develop greater awareness of your thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations.
Our goal is to help you manage stress, increase your emotional resilience, and improve your overall mental well-being. By integrating the mindfulness techniques that work best for you into your daily life, we aim to support you in cultivating a more present, balanced, and centered approach to life’s challenges.
Solution Focused Therapy Services:
Goal Orientation: Emphasizing what clients want to achieve rather than what they want to eliminate.
Client Strengths and Resources: Leveraging the clients' existing strengths, skills, and resources.
Future Focus: Concentrating on future possibilities and desired outcomes.
Brief and Time-Limited: Typically involves a limited number of sessions, making it efficient and focused.
Positive Change: Encouraging small, manageable steps toward positive change.
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I use Solution-Focused Therapy techniques to address common issues such as goal setting, problem-solving, and overcoming barriers to personal growth.
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We will focus on finding practical solutions to current issues, setting goals, and identifying the steps needed to achieve positive changes in your life.
By combining these approaches, I aim to support you in resolving underlying conflicts, managing stress, and achieving your personal goals.