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As a licensed therapist in Plano, I provide evidence-based therapy services including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based approaches. My practice specializes in anxiety therapy, depression treatment, trauma recovery, LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy, and culturally sensitive counseling for the AAPI community. Whether you're seeking in-person sessions in my Plano office or virtual therapy throughout Texas, I tailor my approach to your unique needs.
Yes! As a Board Certified-TeleMental Health (BC-TMH) Provider, I'm specially qualified to deliver effective online therapy to anyone located within Texas. My virtual therapy sessions offer the same quality care as in-person appointments, with added convenience and accessibility. You'll need a private space and stable internet connection to connect from anywhere in Texas—whether you're in Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, Austin, San Antonio, or a rural community without local mental health providers.
Absolutely. I am a fully affirming LGBTQIA+ therapist with specialized training and extensive experience providing inclusive mental health care. At Sunny Side Up Psychotherapy, I create a safe, judgment-free environment where clients can explore issues related to sexual orientation, gender identity, coming out, transition support, relationship dynamics, and the unique stressors affecting the LGBTQIA+ community. My practice serves LGBTQIA+ teens and adults throughout Plano, Dallas-Fort Worth, and all of Texas via telehealth.
As an Asian American therapist myself, I bring both professional expertise and personal understanding to counseling AAPI clients. I specialize in addressing the unique challenges faced by the Asian American and Pacific Islander community, including cultural identity conflicts, intergenerational trauma, family expectations, racial discrimination, and navigating between Eastern and Western values. My culturally responsive approach acknowledges the specific mental health stigmas in many Asian cultures while offering effective therapeutic techniques that respect your background and experiences.
I work with both teenagers (13+) and adults at Sunny Side Up Psychotherapy. For teens, I focus on developing healthy coping mechanisms, building self-esteem, managing school pressures, navigating social relationships, and addressing anxiety and depression. My approach with adolescents balances their growing independence with appropriate family involvement. As one of the few Plano therapists specializing in both LGBTQIA+ and AAPI youth counseling, I provide culturally responsive support during these formative years.
I use a personalized, evidence-based approach to treating anxiety and depression. For anxiety (including panic attacks, social anxiety, and generalized anxiety), I integrate CBT, ACT, and mindfulness techniques to reduce avoidance, build coping skills, and increase emotional flexibility. For depression, I combine behavioral activation, cognitive restructuring, and relational support to improve mood and daily functioning.
I also draw from psychodynamic therapy to explore underlying emotional patterns and attachment wounds, helping you gain deeper insight and long-term relief. Each treatment plan is tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Individual therapy sessions at Sunny Side Up Psychotherapy are $150 per 55-minute session. This rate applies to both in-person therapy in my Plano office and online therapy throughout Texas. I believe in transparent pricing, and we'll discuss all financial aspects before beginning our work together. For clients with financial need who don't have insurance coverage, I offer a limited number of reduced-fee slots—we can discuss availability during our initial consultation.
I am in-network with several major insurance providers through Alma and Headway, including Optum, United Healthcare, Oscar, Aetna, and Cigna. This means potentially lower out-of-pocket costs for clients with these plans. Your specific coverage depends on your individual policy's mental health benefits. During our initial consultation, I can help verify your benefits to determine exact costs. For clients with other insurance carriers, I can provide superbills for potential out-of-network reimbursement.
If you don't have insurance coverage for mental health services, we have several options. My standard session fee is $150, payable by credit card, HSA/FSA cards, or electronic payment methods. For clients experiencing financial hardship, I offer a limited number of reduced-fee slots based on demonstrated need. Additionally, I can provide guidance on using out-of-network benefits if your insurance plan offers this option, or discuss frequency options (such as biweekly sessions) to make therapy more affordable.
Yes, I offer a complimentary 30-minute phone consultation for prospective clients. During this call, we'll discuss your therapy goals, answer basic questions about my approach, determine if we're a good fit, and review logistical details like scheduling and costs. This consultation helps ensure that my expertise aligns with your needs before committing to therapy. It's an opportunity to ask questions and get a sense of my therapeutic style without financial obligation.
My cancellation policy requires 24 hours' notice for rescheduling or canceling appointments to avoid being charged the full session fee ($150). This policy respects both our time commitments while providing flexibility for life's unexpected events. I understand that genuine emergencies happen, and these are handled on a case-by-case basis. You can notify me of cancellations via text, email, or phone call—I've made this process simple to reduce any stress around scheduling changes.
A Good Faith Estimate is a document that provides an approximation of expected charges for therapy services, required by the No Surprises Act for clients not using insurance. If you're self-paying for therapy at Sunny Side Up Psychotherapy, I'll provide this estimate before your first session, outlining anticipated costs based on our treatment plan. This transparency tool helps you make informed financial decisions about your mental health care. Insurance-using clients typically don't need this estimate as their coverage determines costs.
