I am glad to hear about your interest in working with me.

I am accepting new clients. Generally, I see clients on Tuesdays to Thursdays by appointment. You can contact me to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation to see if I am a good fit for your needs.

The consultation phase typically spans 1 to 3 sessions, where we delve into your treatment needs and collaboratively determine the most suitable approach to address them. At the end of the consultation phase, we will decide if we are a good fit and our next steps.

The phone consultation is the first step in determining if we are a good fit. We will begin the call with why you are seeking therapy and what may work for you. From there, I will describe how I practice and how I may support you in your goals. If everything goes well, we’ll discuss logistics and the next steps. I encourage you to come to the consultation with questions about the therapeutic process.

Yes, I provide tele-therapy via a HIPAA-compliant video platform to clients across New York and Massachusetts.

In-person sessions are not available at this time.

Preparing for tele-therapy ensures you get the most out of our sessions. Here are some steps to help you prepare:

Choose a Quiet and Private Space: Find a quiet and private space where you won't be interrupted during our session. This helps create a confidential and comfortable environment.

Check Your Technology: Make sure your internet connection is stable and your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) is charged and working properly. Test your camera, microphone, and speakers to ensure clear communication.

Set Up a Comfortable Environment: Arrange your seating and lighting to be comfortable and conducive to a therapeutic conversation. Avoid sitting in a dark or overly bright room.

Minimize Distractions: Turn off notifications on your device, close unnecessary tabs or apps, and put your phone on silent. Minimizing distractions helps you stay focused on the session.

Be Punctual: Log in a few minutes early to ensure you're ready when our session begins. Being punctual sets a positive tone for the session.

Prepare Topics or Questions: Think about what you'd like to discuss during our session. You might want to jot down a few notes about your thoughts, feelings, or specific issues you'd like to address.

Open Communication: If there are any concerns or preferences you have about tele-therapy, don't hesitate to discuss them with me. Open communication helps create a more tailored and effective experience.

Be Mindful of Self-Care: After the session, allow some time for self-care or reflection. Therapy can bring up emotions, and it's important to take care of yourself afterward.

Based on your needs, we will meet once or twice weekly at a standing time. Sessions are 45 minutes each. Also, therapy may be short- or long-term.

Individual sessions are $350 per 45 minute session. We will discuss fees during the initial consultation before your first appointment. I accept major credit cards and FSA/HSA.

There are many avenues available for financing therapy. You can find a more detailed exploration of these options here. We can discuss these and other financial options during our consultation.

Fees for groups and consultations vary based on the services required. Feel free to reach out to me to discuss more.

For those located in Massachusetts, I am in-network with Aetna.

For those located in New York, I am not paneled with any insurance company. I am considered an “out-of-network” (OON) provider.

If you have an insurance plan with OON benefits, your insurance company may be able to reimburse some or all of your psychotherapy fees. Upon request, I can provide a superbill or invoice that you can submit to your insurance provider for reimbursement. I encourage you to contact your health insurance provider to learn more about your out-of-network benefits. Learn more about how to use OON benefits.

It is important to understand that insurance companies require a formal diagnosis and access to your confidential information. You can find a more detailed exploration of the pros and cons of using insurance for therapy here. Also, if you are curious about why some therapists do not accept insurance, you can learn more here.

Call your insurance company and ask about your mental/behavioral health coverage. Some specific questions that you might want to ask:

• What is my out-of-network coverage for outpatient mental health visits?

• Does my plan cover virtual outpatient mental health visits (or teletherapy)?

• Is there a deductible that needs to be met prior to services? If so, how much of my deductible has been met this year?

• How many sessions per calendar year does my plan cover?

• How much do you cover for an out-of-network psychologist?

• What is the coverage amount per session?

• Do I need pre-authorization by a primary care physician to start therapy?

• How do I submit claims for out-of-network reimbursement?

I am licensed in New York and Massachusetts. Due to licensing regulations, clients must be located within these states to receive services from me.