How do you pronounce your name and what is the origin of it?
The phonetic pronunciation of my name is: Ger-Dar-Shun.
Ger rhymes with her. Dar rhymes with car and sounds like dar as in dark.
Gurudarshan is a Sikh name of Sanskrit origin which roughly means; the blessing of seeing and being seen.
My name was given to me when I was born, and speaks to my spiritual background and upbringing, however my identity is multifaceted, and like many of my clients, I identify as many things, none of which solely define me. It is with this awareness that I accept clients into my practice; affirming, welcoming, and curious of all identities and experiences.
Do you accept sliding scale?
Yes, I have some availability for sliding scale based on financial need. I will discuss a rate and plan with you during your initial consultation.
Do you accept insurance?
No insurance plans are accepted at this time, however I can provide you with a superbill to submit for reimbursement.
What are your fees and accepted payment methods?
$180 per individual therapy session. $200 - $250 per conjoint (marital/family) therapy session. Fees are payable via Paypal or Venmo and should be paid either before or immediately after every session.
Do you offer a free initial consultation?
Yes! I offer a free 20 - 30 min consultation call to all prospective clients wherein we can determine if we might be a good fit.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellations must be made 24 hrs in advance, otherwise you will be charged your full fee.
How long is a typical session?
Individual sessions are approximately 50 minutes in length.
Couples therapy sessions are approximately 1-2 hours in length.