most asked questions

Group therapy is a space where a small group of people meet regularly with a therapist to explore the patterns, relationships, and internal stories that shape their lives. I’ve found that group offers something individual therapy alone often can’t: the chance to practice connection in real time and to feel less alone in what you’re carrying.

Feel free to reach out for a free 15-minute consultation. We’ll talk about what you’re hoping for and whether the group feels like a good fit. If it isn’t the right fit, I’m happy to help you find other options.

For each group, we’ll start with a free 15-minute consultation. If it feels like a good fit, the next step is an intake session, which takes between 60 and 75 minutes. During the intake, I’ll get to know you, your story, and what you’d like to work on, and then I’ll follow up with you about next steps.

Not necessarily. Completing an intake doesn’t guarantee immediate entrance into a group. Group formulation is a big project, and I give each potential member a lot of thought and consideration during the intake process.

Every group is a unique organism, and as the facilitator, the most important part of my role is to treat the group as a whole. This includes who is in the group, what each person brings in, and how all of them may fit together. If a group isn’t the right fit right now, we’ll talk through other options together.

You share at your own pace. My belief is that therapy works best when it feels grounded in safety, so there’s no pressure to share more than feels right. Listening is a meaningful way to participate, too.

Psychodrama is a form of experiential group therapy developed by Jacob L. Moreno. Instead of only talking about a situation, we step into it. A group member might act out a moment from their life, a conversation they wish they’d had, or a part of themselves they want to understand better, while others in the group take on supporting roles.

Tools like role reversal (stepping into someone else’s shoes), doubling (another member giving voice to what you might be feeling), and the empty chair help us see our stories from new angles and practice new ways of responding. My belief is that we often understand ourselves best through action, not just words. You’re always in charge of how much you take part. Psychodrama is the heart of my upcoming group, Connecting to Self & Others.

TTRPG stands for tabletop roleplaying game. It’s a collaborative storytelling game where each player creates a character and decides what that character says and does, while a game master (in Quest for Self, that’s me) describes the world and guides the story. Rolling dice adds a little chance to how things turn out. Dungeons & Dragons is the most well-known example.

In a therapy group, the game becomes a safe place to experiment. Your character gives you a little distance to try new things, like speaking up, setting a boundary, or asking for help, and then we talk about how it connects to your real life.

Not at all. Quest for Self is open to adults 18 and up and welcomes all experience levels, whether you’re a seasoned hero or stepping into the realm for the first time. No prior gaming knowledge is required, and I’ll teach what you need as the campaign unfolds.

Each week, we continue a shared campaign together. You’ll craft a character inspired by your own strengths, challenges, and personal goals, and as a party we’ll face trials, forge alliances, and overcome obstacles. My goal is to use that shared storytelling to help you build connection, practice new skills, and support real-life growth.

Groups meet in person in the Logan Square/Bucktown neighborhood of Chicago. The exact address will be shared with members before groups begin in February 2027. To protect group cohesion and confidentiality, telehealth drop-ins aren’t available.

Quest for Self runs for 12 weeks with up to 7 players, meeting weekly for 2-hour sessions. The day and time will be announced soon. Keeping the group small helps everyone feel seen, heard, and connected.

Please let me know as far in advance as possible if you’ll miss a session. Because the group follows an ongoing campaign, your presence (and your character’s) is part of what carries the story forward, so consistent attendance is especially important. Missing more than 2 sessions may lead to a conversation about continued participation, and repeated lateness or early departure may count toward this, too. If an absence is related to a medical, safety, or other significant issue, feel free to talk with me. Exceptions are considered case by case.

I ask for at least 24 hours’ notice to cancel. Sessions cancelled with less notice count as an absence and are charged the full session fee, which insurance doesn’t cover. Exceptions are made for illness and emergencies.

Your participation is always voluntary, and you’re welcome to talk with me about ending at any time. Because abrupt departures can affect other members, I encourage you to process your decision in at least one session before your last one, when possible.

Storykeep is a self-pay practice, so I don’t bill insurance directly. If your plan has out-of-network benefits, I can provide a superbill, a receipt you can submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement. It’s helpful to call your insurance company first and ask about your out-of-network mental health benefits. Here’s what to ask.

My belief is that cost shouldn’t keep anyone from group. Sliding-scale rates are available, so feel free to reach out and we can talk through options together. You can find self-pay rates on my insurance & fees page.

Yes. HSA and FSA funds can be used for therapy, including copays, deductibles, and self-pay sessions. A debit or credit card is kept on file for payments.

Payment is charged to the card on file through my secure client portal after each session. Invoices and superbills are always available if you’d like one.

If you submitted a superbill, that’s most likely an Explanation of Benefits (EOB). It shows how much your insurance reimbursed you for your sessions. It isn’t a bill from me.

I’m bound by professional and legal confidentiality standards, and every member agrees to keep what’s shared in the room as a condition of joining. Group therapy is a little different from individual therapy, though. Other members aren’t licensed professionals, so I can’t guarantee they’ll keep everything confidential. I may also need to break confidentiality when required by law, such as a risk of harm to yourself or others, or suspected abuse or neglect of a child, elder, or dependent adult. We’ll talk through all of this before we begin.

Campaigns may include themes like conflict, loss, or other intense material. We’ll set content boundaries together during our first session and revisit them as an ongoing conversation throughout the group. You may opt out of any content at any time without needing to explain why.

No. Group sessions aren’t designed for crisis intervention. If you’re experiencing a mental health emergency, please call or text 988, call 911, or go to your nearest emergency room. Messages sent through this site aren’t monitored for emergencies.