FAQ

I am only offering virtual sessions. In my experience, most clients enjoy the convenience of not having to travel, find childcare, or take extra time to allow before and after the appointment.

Virtual therapy appointments allow working clients to have sessions during their lunch hour. I can help you find solutions to finding a private place to talk and having a stable WiFi connection.

Generally, 40-55 minutes.

I am in-network with several NY insurance panels. For clients with out-of-network benefits, I can provide superbills for reimbursement by their commercial insurance company.

Whenever possible, please give 12-24 hours notice for cancellations. Same-day cancellations (not due to emergencies) or no-shows may accrue a $50 cancellation fee.

I offer a 20-minute complimentary phone or virtual consultation to decide if we can begin working together.

Once we choose to start working, I will email a link to complete online financial forms, consents, and intake forms, which take approximately 5-15 minutes to complete. Once received, we can schedule our 60-minute initial appointment.

I work with adults and teens 12 and over.

My primary modalities are Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness Training. I also have training in Dialectal Behavior Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Coping Skills Training, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-informed Care.

Absolutely. Some clients respond best to this type of skills-based CBT. Others prefer a conversational style and don’t like writing or journaling. I tailor my approach to what will help you best.

Yes, with the understanding that if you want to talk about something very personal and private, you may want to be out of earshot of your toddler or older child.

Not at all. Sometimes, I commit to several sessions as part of my work with someone. It depends on your individual goals.

We no longer expect clients to stay in therapy for years like in the past. I have had clients set specific goals and choose to end therapy after 2-3 months. I have also had clients remain in treatment for five years continuously with me.

My perfect client is open to new experiences, self-reflective, willing to learn, and ready to do the work. No previous therapy experience is necessary.

Being a therapist is my passion, and I cannot imagine doing anything else. I love seeing people make new connections and have that “A-HA” moment where it all makes sense. I love seeing people break out of old patterns and begin healing.

Yes, only if you want to! I’ve held virtual sessions with clients in a parked car, outdoors, in their bed, office, or conference room. I usually sit at my desk in my comfy chair. You are welcome to hold your virtual session where you are most comfortable if you have a private space to talk.

Yes. I may even answer.

Hmmm. Yes, but I will not judge you if your mascara and make-up run during the session. It happens.

We are dog people in my family! My dog is known to make appearances on Zoom. My clients’ cats seem to LOVE therapy and always want to visit in sessions. So the answer to “Dogs or Cats?” is YES!