From the very first session, I take the time to learn about you, your challenges, and your goals. Based on what you share, I provide insightful interpretations and recommendations that serve as a roadmap for our therapeutic work together. My responsibility is to help you accomplish your goals by gaining increased perspective on psychological aspects that may be hindering you. This often involves two key elements: First, releasing and adapting to the attachments that may be holding you back (belief systems, thought and emotional patterns, relational patterns, perceptual tendencies, etc.), and second, increasing awareness and insight to guide actionable change. I aim to be transparent with my clients about their process and believe that most things you experience are a part of your process that can help you along your way.

I accept Aetna, United Healthcare, and Oscar. Copays vary depending on your insurance plan. To learn more about insurance fees, please reach out either to me or your insurance. If you do not want or are unable to use your insurance, my fee is $225. I can provide an invoice for sessions. Many clients are able to receive out of network reimbursement for sessions through their insurance.

Therapy is a collaborative process, in which you and I work closely together to address your goals in a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment. Therapy is beneficial for a wide range of topics, from managing symptoms of mental illnesses to navigating life transitions to a deeper exploration aiding personal growth and fulfillment. While this may be a challenging and emotional process at times, it is important to remember that it can be an empowering and transformative one as well. With my clinical expertise and your commitment to the process, we will work together to cultivate positive changes in your life, offer new perspectives, and explore what it means to live a life that is aligned with your authentic self. Sessions are typically 45 minutes, once per week, and held virtually.

In the first few sessions, I spend time getting to know you by listening to your history, your life experiences, and what you hope to gain from therapy. We then work together to outline goals and to establish what is best moving forward. The first few sessions are also a great opportunity to ask any questions you may have about my approach or about therapy, in general. I consider therapy an open and collaborative process and encourage you to share what is and is not working for you, so we can create the space you need for transformation.

I understand that trying to determine if you need individual therapy can be a confusing and daunting process. It takes self-reflection and a willingness to confront your emotions. Remember, seeking therapy is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you're contemplating whether individual therapy is right for you, here are a few indicators to consider: persistent emotional distress, stress in managing life transitions, relationship challenges, traumatic or difficult past experiences, and support with self-exploration and personal growth. Remember, the decision to pursue therapy is a personal one. While a therapist can help guide you in your process, you know yourself best.

The length of the therapy varies depending on your individual needs and goals. This decision is typically collaborative between you and I, as we work together to ensure the process is helping you reach your goals.

As a psychotherapeutic approach, EMDR uses bilateral stimulation (eye movements, tapping, sound, etc.) to aid in the adaptive processing of experiences (past, present, and future). The technique focuses on reducing distress and strengthening and building internal resources. Clients often report experiential changes through the use of EMDR, and I like to describe the “heavy lifting” of therapy being done in session versus outside of session. EMDR has a way of freeing people internally to access their natural strengths and resources and to unwind from unhelpful patterns and experiences that may have been limiting.

For more information, please visit EMDRIA.

Irene Siegel is one of the predominant researchers in the area of spirituality and EMDR. Read one of her articles here.

Thought Field Therapy (TFT) and Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) are based on the idea that psychological problems are perturbations in a person’s energy field. Their development is based on acupuncture and kinesiology. Through self-tapping on acupressure points while tuning into a distressing experience, negative emotions and cognitions can be significantly reduced or completely resolved. The techniques have also been supported as long-lasting, and similar to other techniques are effective for many, although not all areas of distress. TFT and EFT can also be used to increase your desired strengths.

For more information, please visit Association for Comprehensive Energy Psychology.

For self-help resources, based on Energy Psychology, click here.