1. Tell me a little about you and the kind of service you provide.

I provide practical and spiritual counseling. I hold a Masters degree in Counseling, a license as a Mental Health Counselor, and am a Nationally Certified Counselor. In addition, I am earning certificates in energy healing and spiritual counseling. These certificates will allow me to utilize such techniques and interventions as: Chakra Balancing & Energy Clearing, Emotional Freedom Technique, Life/Soul Purpose and many other useful tools to assist you on your healing journey. I have several years experience as a mental health practitioner working with people from all walks of life with all kinds of concerns. I am often guided by intuitive insights that can offer additional awareness about certain blocks or patterns of behavior that prevent someone from living the life they are meant to have. I do not make predictions or claim to be "psychic," however, I always tell the truth about the impressions I receive and you will always find non-judgmental, supportive, caring guidance to assist you toward your goals.

2. What can I expect from Online Counseling and Advising?
Foremost, you can expect to be treated with dignity and respect. I will always work hard to provide the best possible service to you via the online counseling process. If for some reason I feel that online counseling is not the right forum for you – or believe I am not qualified to help you – I will inform you immediately and make suggestions about alternatives.

3. What's the difference between email and live chat sessions?
Once you enter my virtual office you can choose to make a live or email inquiry. If I am online and available for live chat that will be indicated in my profile. Live chat can range from 5 to 60 minutes depending upon the needs of the client and is $1.25 per minute (or $75 per hour). Email sessions offer more flexibility in price and tend to have more lengthy and detailed replies. If you submit an email inquiry you can negotiate the price in a range that works best for you as well. Email inquiries are generally answered within 24 hours.

4. What are some of the benefits and limitations of online counseling?
One benefit of online counseling is immediacy. A client seeking counseling is not limited by time. You can make contact from the comfort of home or any place you have a computer and online access. Some limitations include software or hardware problems, accessibility, and not having face to face contact. In some cases online counseling may not meet the needs of the client. Online counseling can be a great resource for feedback, insight, development of coping strategies, support, encouragement, and may generally increase ones sense of well-being. It is cautioned that online counseling, in lieu of ongoing psychiatric care, may not be a suitable form of treatment for individuals suffering from serious mental health conditions.

5. What about informed consent/confidentiality?
In an office setting informed consent is usually managed in writing and during and initial evaluation. For online settings clients must be advised that although every caution has been taken to ensure confidentiality, given the nature of electronic transmissions, one cannot be guaranteed total confidentiality. For more information please click on the link: [ACA Laypersons Guide to Counselor Ethics]

6. More on fees...
Live online chat sessions are $1.25 per minute ($75 hourly) with simple pay options available through my virtual office. Email readings/sessions vary in price depending upon the inquiry. The general range is $25 - $99. When you make your request for email sessions you will have the option to specify the amount you are willing to pay for the session.

7. How can I contact you with questions?
You are welcome to use the contact form on the homepage, or if you prefer, click on the link to my virtual office and send an inquiry. There are no fees associated with sending emails.