Therapy & Coaching.
I offer therapy and coaching services to clients living in Massachusetts or Florida. I am private pay meaning that I do not take insurance, but your insurance company may reimburse you for costs.
(If you request an appointment, I will call you within 1-2 business days for a 10-minute phone consultation).
Therapy that meets you where you are.
Research has shown that telehealth psychotherapy is just as effective as in-vivo (in person) therapy. I offer telehealth sessions to clients living in both Massachusetts and in Florida. I use secure HIPAA-Compliant video conferencing to meet with clients. No need to download any programs, you are able to join from the comfort of your home or office using any smart device (mobile phones and tablets included) via a web link.
What do I treat?
I am able to provide evidence-based treatment for mental health concerns such as:
Other anxiety and mood disorders
Anxiety and depression are the most common mental health concerns. I help people to explore patterns and consider how both their own internal thinking and their external environment contribute to their symptoms. I treat depression, generalized anxiety, phobias, social anxiety, panic disorder and health/illness anxiety.
Identity-related concerns
Most people possess at least one aspect of their identity that is not fully embraced by the world. Women, people of color, sexual and gender minorities, immigrants to the US are examples of people navigating a society that was not built with them in mind. As a result, they may be faced with invalidation. I take a strengths-based compassionate approach to helping people to build resilience in the face of adversity and discrimination.
Coping with chronic health issues
Having a chronic physical illness on top of a mental health issue adds additional complexity. I help patients with adjusting to and coping with chronic illness. Many times we unintentionally add additional suffering on top of the physical or emotional pain that comes with physical illness. I work with individuals with HIV, heart disease, cancer and chronic pain. I also provide treatment to support weight management and to reduce insomnia.
General Life Improvement Coaching
Some clients can use concrete skills to improve aspects of their lives. In a coaching relationship, we focus on acquiring and applying skills for general life improvement. I provide coaching for: mindfulness and stress management, ADHD and organization, dating and relationships, sexual health/satisfaction, and communication skills (speaking and listening).
Adjustment Issues.
Life is full of changes, some of which are more easy to adapt to than others. In response to certain changes people may experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, or both as they try to figure out a “new normal.” I help clients cope with changes including moving, new jobs, and new relationships or living situations.
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder
Traumatic events change the way that we think about ourselves, other people, and the world in the areas of trust, power/control, self-esteem, and intimacy. While these changes may appear to help us, they actually make us think about things in a way that is no longer helpful for us after the traumatic event. I use Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) to help people process painful events in a way that helps them become unstuck from the past.
Fees and Payment
Phone consultation (10 min.)………………….…… FREE
New client evaluation (60 min.)………….….….$350
Follow-up sessions (50 min.).….………….……… $300
Treatment Support calls (15 min.).…………. $80
Late cancellations (<24 hrs) ……………..……..… $100
No-shows…………………….……………………….…………………….. Full session fee
(This menu is not exhaustive of the services I offer)
I am a private pay out of network provider meaning that I do not take insurance; however, your insurance may be willing to reimburse you. Clients are typically able to have about 30-60% of my rate reimbursed depending on the plan. I am happy to assist you in this process by providing a receipt for services. I do take Health Savings and Flex Spending Account (HSA/FSA) payments.
I have chosen not to be on insurance panels for multiple reasons: 1) Insurance requires a diagnosis to be kept on file thus putting limitations on client confidentiality, 2) Insurance companies may place limits on treatment sessions regardless of whether this is in the best interest of the client, 3) Insurance reimburses all providers equally regardless of their level of specialization or the quality of their training, and 4) Insurance carries a paperwork burden, which takes away time from my providing clinical care. I provide quality goal-oriented clinical care backed by empirical research with goal of alleviating your symptoms using the fewest number of sessions possible.
If you are looking for a therapist who takes your insurance, I recommend utilizing www.psychologytoday.com to find someone. This service allows you to search providers in your area and filter them according to your preferences (including insurance-related preferences). Look for someone with training in cognitive-behavioral techniques who is a good personality match for you and try it out.