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Therapy & Support for Wives or
Partners of Alcoholics
Being in a relationship with someone who drinks too much is exhausting. Therapy can help you navigate difficult emotions, take care of yourself and find a way forward.
My Partner Drinks Too Much.
What Should I Do?
At first, it didn’t seem like a problem. You met for a drink on your first date. You spent Saturday nights with take-out and a bottle of wine. You celebrated every birthday, promotion, housewarming, wedding, and so on, with (a lot of) bubbly. Drinking is just something the two of you did. It was part of your lifestyle.
Over time, your priorities have changed.
You’ve started a family. You don’t go out as much because you’re more focused on your job, your family, your hobbies, your health. You don’t drink as much as you used to, but your partner is still drinking. A lot.
You’re worried, frustrated and annoyed.
Their alcohol use is having a negative impact on your life. You’re doing more than your share of the work to keep your family going, and that feels unfair. Your partner’s drinking may have led to legal issues, financial issues or conflicts with family and friends.
You love your partner, and you want things to change. You don’t want their alcohol use to impact your family, your children or your relationship anymore. You also want to
✔ Count on your partner to carry half the load
✔ Be able to trust that they’ll be more present day-to-day
✔ Feel less resentful and more connected
✔ Stop feeling like their drinking is your fault
Your feelings, wants and needs are important.
You deserve to be heard, understood and validated.
I support moms in taking care of themselves and their needs as the first step toward positive change in their lives and in their families. You’ve been doing this alone for too long.
Let’s work together to get you more of what you need.
HERE'S WHAT I HELP WITH
I Provide In-Person & Online Therapy for Spouses and Partners of Alcoholics who are Struggling with
Exhaustion & Resentment
Are you feeling drained from constantly managing their drinking & its effects?
Constant Conflict & Tension
Are you carrying the stress of unpredictable moods, fights & broken promises?
Confusion & Doubting Yourself
Are you wondering if you’re overreacting or if maybe it’s not actually “that bad”?
Anger, Guilt & Shame
Are you feeling torn between love, anger, and the fear of “giving up” on them?
Boundaries & Enabling
Are you struggling to say no, set healthy limits, or stop covering for them?
Deciding What’s Next For You
Are you trying to figure out if you want to stay, leave, or what you need to feel okay?
LEARN MORE ABOUT MY APPROACH
Compassionate Therapy to Help You Navigate the Stress of Motherhood
Being in a relationship with someone struggling with alcohol use is painful and complicated. Everything seems to revolve around them. The goal of our work is to help you shift your focus back to what you need – to your well-being, your boundaries, and your peace of mind.
Not only will this bring you relief from your current struggles, it will also allow you to continue showing up for your family in a way that feels more sustainable and aligned with YOUR needs.
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Notice patterns and uncover their roots: We'll explore how past experiences shape the way you experience and respond to your partner’s behavior.
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Gain insight into your emotions and reactions – We'll process the anger, guilt, sadness, and resentment so you can move forward with clarity and self-compassion.
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Therapy isn’t just about awareness; it’s about transformation. We’ll focus on what’s happening and how to shift it so you can stop feeling powerless and start making choices that align with your needs.
Whether you want to work on the relationship, set firmer boundaries, or just feel less overwhelmed, therapy can help you find clarity and relief.
NEW TO THE IDEA OF MOM THERAPY?
Here’s What To Expect From The Therapy Process
Therapy is YOUR time – a space that is completely and entirely for you. No interruptions, no demands, no pressure to take care of anyone else but yourself. Here’s how the process works:
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Free Consultation:
Get To Know Me
We’ll start with a 15-minute call to discuss what you’re going through, what you’re looking for in therapy, and whether we’re the right fit. If you have any questions or doubts, I can address them so you feel comfortable and at ease moving forward.
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Your First Session: Getting Started
Your first session is all about getting to know you - your struggles, your goals, and what you need most right now. Together, we’ll also discuss the best therapy plan for you, including how often we should meet to give you the right level of support.
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On-Going Sessions:
A Time Just for You
Whether we meet weekly, biweekly, or on a personal schedule, each session is a dedicated time for you. You’ll have the chance to talk, vent, work through emotions, and explore solutions. Most importantly, you won’t have to figure it out on your own.
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Experience Growth & Lasting Change
Over time, you will begin to feel lighter, calmer, and more in control of your life again. You'll learn to set boundaries, feel more confident as a mom, and reconnect with yourself. My goal for you is always to help you create the life you want – one step at a time.
Fees & Insurance Information
My fee for individual psychotherapy is $260 per 50-minute session. I am an out-of-network provider and am not currently on any insurance panels. If you have a PPO insurance plan, you can pay for sessions directly, and I will provide a monthly superbill with the necessary information for potential reimbursement.
Not sure how out-of-network benefits work? Watch this video to learn more!
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What is your fee for therapy and/or groups?My fee for individual psychotherapy is $260 for a 50-minute session. You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical and mental health care will cost. Under California law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the expected charges for medical services, including psychotherapy services. You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency healthcare services, including psychotherapy services. You can ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule a service. If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises
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Can I see you in person? Do you offer telehealth/video visits?I see clients in person in my office in Noe Valley (San Francisco). I also offer telehealth to clients residing in California, Nevada and Florida.
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Do you accept insurance?I am an out-of-network provider for psychological services. I am not currently on any insurance panels. If you have a PPO plan, you can pay me directly for your sessions. I will then provide you with a monthly superbill that includes the information your insurance needs to reimburse you. To determine your reimbursement, contact your insurance company to ask how many sessions your plan covers, whether it includes a deductible, what percentage your plan reimburses and what the usual and customary rate is. Check out this video if you have questions about how to use out-of-network insurance benefits.
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How do you accept payment?I accept cash, check, credit card or Venmo at the time services are rendered.
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What is your cancellation policy?Please give me at least 48 hours notice if you need to cancel your appointment. If you do not cancel your appointment within that time frame or don't show up, you'll be charged for the session.
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Is therapy right for me?If you’re wondering whether therapy is right for you, consider this - if you’re overwhelmed, stretched too thin, questioning yourself constantly, or just feeling like something’s off - therapy can help. You don’t have to be in full-blown crisis to deserve support. You don’t have to have all the words for what’s hard. You just have to be willing to show up, even get a little messy, and say, “This isn’t working for me anymore.” If you’re craving space to be honest (without judgment), curious (instead of critical), and supported (without having to earn it), therapy might be exactly what you need.