Mountain River Therapy offers a free 15-minute consultation call to see if we are a good fit. After this call, the fee for a 50-minute individual session is $185.

Mountain River Therapy is an insurance-friendly practice. While I don't directly accept insurance, you may have out-of-network benefits. I've partnered with Mentaya, a service that streamlines getting reimbursed for your therapy sessions through out-of-network benefits.

Mentaya is perfect if you:

• Have out-of-network benefits

• Feel overwhelmed by superbills and insurance

• Have submitted superbills but failed to get any reimbursement

• Simply want to skip the hassle of paperwork.

Here's how it works:

1. Sign up for Mentaya.

2. My practice will enter your sessions into the platform.

3. Mentaya submits the claim and handles any insurance follow-up.

4. You get reimbursed by insurance!

Mentaya charges a 5% fee per claim, which includes handling any paperwork required, dealing with denials, and calling insurance companies.

It's risk-free: They guarantee claims are successfully submitted or a full refund of their fees.

There are limitations to using insurance for therapy, such as restrictions on the number of sessions, requiring a clinical diagnosis, and potential breaches of confidentiality. By not taking insurance, I can offer a more personalized approach, tailored specifically to your needs, without the constraints often imposed by insurance companies. This allows us to focus solely on your therapeutic goals and progress.

Your credit card information will be securely stored in our HIPAA-compliant EHR system. The card on file will be charged before the start of each session. You can use HSA and FSA cards for payment, and you have the flexibility to change the credit card on file at any time.

Mountain River Therapy accepts credit cards, debit cards, HSA, and FSA cards. Payments are processed before the start of each session, and invoices or receipts will be provided upon request.

Online therapy allows you to meet with me virtually through a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform. You can access trauma-focused support—like Brainspotting, EMDR, and nervous system regulation strategies—from wherever you feel most comfortable.

Many clients find online therapy helpful because it:

• creates a familiar, safe environment for trauma work

• offers more scheduling flexibility

• removes travel time and weather concerns

• supports deeper connection with the body during sessions

I provide in-person and virtual therapy in Sandpoint and offer virtual trauma therapy for clients located anywhere in Idaho, including Coeur d’Alene and Post Falls. As long as you’re physically in Idaho at the time of our session, we can work together online.

Trauma therapy doesn’t have a one-size-fits-all timeline. Healing depends on your unique history, your goals, and how trauma has impacted your nervous system. Some people begin to notice meaningful shifts in just a few months, while others continue therapy longer to work through deeper layers of trauma.

My approach to trauma therapy—including Brainspotting and EMDR—is designed to help you feel comfortable, supported, and empowered as we go at a pace that feels right for your body. We’ll regularly check in and adjust the length of therapy based on your progress and needs.

Yes — healing from trauma is absolutely possible. Your brain and body are designed to move toward healing when they have the right support. With approaches like Brainspotting and EMDR, we’re not just talking about the trauma—we’re helping your nervous system release what it has been holding so you can finally feel calm, grounded, and more like yourself again.

Many clients notice changes in how they react to stress, relate to others, and experience their bodies. Healing doesn’t mean forgetting what happened—it means the past no longer controls your present. Together, we’ll work toward lasting change that supports the life you want to live.

Mountain River Therapy requires at least 24 hours' notice for cancellations. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the scheduled session or missed appointments will incur the full fee of $185.

An initial consultation is a brief 15–20 minute phone call where we get to know each other and explore whether we’re a good fit. You can share a little about what you’re looking for, ask any questions you have, and learn more about how I approach trauma therapy, Brainspotting, and EMDR.

This call is not a therapy session — it’s simply a chance for you to discuss what you are looking for in therapy and ask any questions you might have. If it feels like a good match, we’ll then schedule your first full therapy session.

As of January 2022, healthcare organizations are required to provide patients who either do not have insurance or are not using insurance with an estimate of the total cost for medical and mental health services. You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. Additionally, you can request a Good Faith Estimate from your therapist, provider, health care organization, or any other organization you choose, before you schedule an item or service. If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you have the right to dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate for your records. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visitwww.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 1-800-985-3059.