If we do end up working together I will have to ask you to be careful to not wear perfume or other highly scented products on days when you'll see me. I have a medical condition called Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (a.k.a. Environmental Sensitivities, Environmental Illness, or Sick Building Syndrome). This means I suffer a variety of symptoms when I am exposed to fragrances and other chemical fumes. I even get ill effects from being around people who use plug-in air fresheners at home, because of the chemical fumes that get into their clothes and then “off-gas” while they’re in my office. So if you are a person who lives in a highly scented world, it would be best for me if we don’t work together.

Another thing you should be aware of before choosing me is that I typically travel a couple of times a year, for two or three weeks at a time. I always give my clients plenty of notice before my departures and, if necessary, can arrange for a referral during the time that I am away.

While we're on the topic of disabilities, please note that my office is not wheelchair accessible--it is down one flight of stairs. Also, be aware that there is a cat in the house. The cat is not allowed in my counselling office, but I cannot guarantee you would not be exposed to any airborne allergens, due to a shared entryway. 

If there are barriers to our meeting in person (e.g., if you have mobility limitations, are out of town, live far away, or move away and want to continue our work) I am set up to do video calls using Skype. Once you are set up with a video web cam and high-speed internet, the computer-to-computer video calls are free, so the technology does not add to the cost of therapy sessions. It is of course always preferable to be able to meet in person, but once we know each other, I find that the video calls feel quite natural.

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