A Flexible Model Rooted in Respect and Reciprocity

I value my support at an hourly rate around sessions, but that number isn’t just about money. It reflects a commitment to showing up fully and holding space with care. Following the principles of Dana as defined in Zen, I largely rely on the belief that my clients can give within what is their greatest ability. 

Dana

Dana, a word from the ancient Pali language of the Buddha's time, is translated as the act of giving and refers to the practice of generosity. The Buddha taught generosity as a vital spiritual quality to cultivate, and in modern western Buddhism, the word Dana is also used to refer to the practice of generosity that provides the financial and material support that sustains Dharma teachers. 

A good guideline is as follows: Give in such a way that you have no regret. You don't want to give so much that you create a hardship for yourself. And you don't want to give so little that you don't adequately express the value, gratitude or any of the positive feelings that are moving you to give.

quote borrowed from the Atlanta Soto Zen Center

As a core value in my practice, I hold space for sliding scale, barter, and gifting, and trust that each conversation about cost is a chance to practice honesty, autonomy, and mutual respect.

If we’re meant to work together, we’ll find a way.

• Standard rate: $250/hour

• Sliding scale: Let me know what you can afford. I trust you to know your own resources.

• Barter: I value skills, services, meals, child care, physical help, and more. Barter isn’t just trade. It’s an exchange rooted in connection.

• Gifting: If you’re in a position to give more, your generosity helps make this work even more accessible for others.

Every session is a collaboration. If you're unsure what feels right or fair, we can talk it through—without pressure.