FAQs

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Am I a good fit?

I offer a free brief (15-20 minute) phone consultation or virtual conference. During this time you will have an opportunity to share what you are seeking from therapy and I can tell you more about my therapy style and approach. If interested, please select to book a Free Consultation at the top of this page.

What happens during the first therapy session?

Our first therapy session will be 60 minutes, during which we will discuss what issues are bringing you to therapy. This includes recent and/or ongoing stressors, the coping strategies you are currently using, and goals you hope to accomplish together. If the intake is for an adolescent, the client and caregiver/parents will be asked questions to gather relevant clinical history. Ongoing sessions occur weekly and are 45-minutes long.

What states are you licensed in?

I am licensed in New York and Connecticut.

Do you offer in-person or virtual sessions?

Both in-person and virtual telehealth sessions are offered. In-person sessions take place in our Manhattan office. Virtual sessions are held via a secure online platform.

What types of payment do you accept?

I accept cash, check, or credit card. Please note that payment is expected at the time of session.

What are your fees?

Session fees range from $195-300. EMDR intensive sessions (60-90 minutes) are $400.

What is your session cancellation policy?

I ask that clients please provide at least 24 hours notice of a session cancellation, otherwise sessions will be charged in full.

Do you take insurance?

I am an out-of-network provider, which means I do not accept any insurance directly. However, I will provide weekly invoices that you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement. Many clients with out-of-network benefits will find that their insurance company will reimburse up to 80% of the fee for psychotherapy sessions.

You are strongly encouraged to inquire with your insurance company to see what type of out-of-network coverage is offered under your plan. Some questions to consider asking are:

  • Do I have out-of-network benefits for outpatient psychotherapy with a licensed psychologist?

  • What is my out-of-network deductible, and how much of the deductible has already been met?

  • What is my coinsurance? (the percentage amount that insurance will reimburse you for each visit)

  • How do I submit for reimbursement?

  • How long do I have to submit for reimbursement after the “date of service”?

Note:

CPT code for a 45-minute individual therapy session is 90834

CPT code for an intake assessment is 90791

Good Faith Estimate

  • You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical and mental health care will cost.

  • Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who do not have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the expected charges for medical services, including psychotherapy services.

  • You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency healthcare services, including psychotherapy services.

  • You can ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule a service.

  • If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.

  • For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises. or call 1- 800-985-3059