No. These sessions are grounded in advocacy-based counseling* and case management. While there is some overlap (for example: emotional support, and offering coping strategies), therapy is specifically designed to deeply process your experiences and tend to mental health challenges. I am happy to support you in finding a therapist, but I, myself, do not offer therapy. You can find therapy specific information here

*The primary focus of advocacy-based counseling is on empowering the participant through reinforcing their autonomy and self-determination. I can hold space for you to talk about what's going on in your life and to work on building practical life skills, learning how to set boundaries and attend to immediate crisis, when needed. 

Confidential means the details you share in our meetings stay in our meetings. The only exceptions are in cases where I am consulting with Y-WE staff about something urgent or when we are mandated to report by law (this happens in cases where you are a danger to yourself or others OR when there is suspected child/elder abuse). While we are an organization that is rooted community-based care, the reality is that I and all Y-WE staff are mandated reporters by law. Reporting is never my go-to approach and if it has to happen, you'd be a part of that process every step of the way.

That being said, I understand that this might make some folks hesitant to share sensitive information with us. You have agency over what you choose to disclose. Here are some resources if you or your family has or is actively experiencing abuse/sexual assault OR if you are contemplating suicide.