
Frequently Asked Questions

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I provide therapy for adults 18 and older who reside in New York State.
At this time I do not provide couples counseling however I may be open to you bringing your partner into a session to support your work in therapy if we decide it is clinically appropriate to do so.
I do not provide therapy to children or teens.
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Yes, everything discussed in session is confidential and will not be disclosed to anyone without your written permission, except where disclosure is required by law. As a licensed clinical social worker, I am bound by mental health law to report when an individual is at risk of harm to themselves or others. I am also mandated by law to report suspected child or elder abuse. If this ever occurs, further evaluation of the specific situation is sometimes the outcome. I will collaborate with you if these events occur with the priority of keeping you safe. Also if I am subpoenaed by a court confidentiality is waived by law.
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I meet with individuals on a weekly or bi-weekly basis, depending on their therapy needs and schedule. Scheduling also depends on my own availability at any given time. We work together to find a time that allows for you to have a confidential setting for your session.
Sessions last between 45 minutes and 90 minutes.
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The fee for an individual therapy session is $150 for a session lasting approximately 45 minutes.
The fee for an initial evaluation session is $225 lasting approximately 90 minutes. This first session lasts longer in order to allow time to hear and understand your reasons for coming to therapy.
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I do not accept health insurance. I am an out of network provider.
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No I am not an in network provider.
I am an out of network provider. I can provide a receipt for professional services rendered to provide to your insurance company for reimbursement if necessary. Please keep in mind that I cannot guarantee that my psychotherapy services will meet the requirements of your respective insurance carrier according to how it defines out of network care.
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I accept Venmo, Paypal, credit cards and checks.
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The first step to begin therapy is to reach out to me by filling out the consultation request form on this website. We’ll schedule a brief 15 minute or so meeting either by phone or virtually to see if we are a good match to work together. This first 15-minute consultation is free. If you are ready, fill out your information to take the first step.