Navigating infertility is often described as a full-time job that no one applied for. While general therapy is excellent for broad life transitions, infertility brings a specific intersection of medical complexity, financial stress, and unique grief that requires a specialized lens.

Here is why working with a specialist makes a difference:

• No "Medical Translation" Needed: You won’t have to spend your session explaining what an FET, a "beta," or a "trigger shot" is. We speak the language of ART (Assisted Reproductive Technology), allowing us to dive straight into your emotional processing without a learning curve.

• Support for "Invisible" Loss: Infertility involves a unique type of cyclical grief—the monthly hope and heartbreak that the outside world often misses. We provide tools specifically designed to manage the "Two-Week Wait" and the trauma of failed cycles or pregnancy loss.

• Navigating Complex Decisions: Whether you are weighing the ethics of donor conception, considering surrogacy, or navigating the strain infertility puts on your relationship, a specialist provides an objective, informed space to explore these life-altering choices.

• Managing the "Hormonal Rollercoaster": We understand how various protocols impact your mental health on a physiological level. We help you distinguish between "who you are" and "how the meds are making you feel."

The Bottom Line: You deserve a space where you don’t have to be the expert. In this office, you can stop "managing" the process and start processing it.

Absolutely. Secondary infertility brings its own unique set of challenges—including "survivor’s guilt" and the exhaustion of parenting while undergoing treatment. Your desire for another child is valid, and the grief of it not happening as planned is real. There is room for both gratitude for your current child and heartbreak for the one you’re waiting for.

Yes. Whether you are navigating reciprocal IVF, donor conception, or surrogacy, this practice is an affirming space. We focus on the specific legal, emotional, and social nuances that come with family building outside the traditional medical model.

That depends on your needs! Some clients prefer a private space to process their own feelings, while others find that infertility has strained their relationship and want to attend as a couple. We can also do a "hybrid" approach—mostly individual sessions with occasional joint check-ins.

I live by "Fertility Time," which I know is unpredictable. If your medical team schedules a procedure that conflicts with our appointment, I offer a flexible rescheduling window. You shouldn't be penalized for your body’s timing.

Yes. Currently, I only offer telehealth sessions. Between clinic monitoring and work, you’re already doing enough driving. I offer secure video sessions so you can join from the comfort of your home, car, or private space without adding more commute stress to your day.

There is no "right" timeline. Some clients come in for a few sessions to navigate a specific decision (like switching clinics or choosing a donor), while others stay for the duration of their multi-year journey. We will check in regularly to ensure therapy is still serving you.

It’s more than normal; it’s expected. Infertility "rage" is a very real response to a loss of control. Therapy isn't just about crying; it’s about having a safe place to say the "ugly" things—like how much you hate social media announcements or how tired you are of being poked and prodded—without judgment.

Never. If "just relaxing" worked, you wouldn't be here. My goal isn't to give you platitudes; it's to give you coping strategies for the anxiety and validation for the hard days. We focus on "radical self-compassion" rather than forced positivity.

Yes, I accept several insurance plans through Theravada. To verify your specific coverage and see if we are a match, please reach out to their team directly at info@theravada.net.

For those not using insurance, I offer competitive private-pay rates through my independent practice. I am committed to making support accessible, so please contact me to discuss my current fee schedule and how we can make our work together fit your budget.

If your specific worry isn't listed here, don't hesitate to reach out. I offer a free 15-minute consultation to see if we’re a good fit before you commit to a full session.