frequently asked questions

I’m located and licensed in Connecticut. I see clients virtually through telehealth. In person sessions located in New Haven, CT but availability is very limited.

adolescents ages 16 and 17, adults, couples and families

Sessions are typically 50 minutes for individuals, couples, and families. Sometimes, longer sessions up to 90 minutes are accommodated on a case by case basis. Sessions are typically 1-2x per week. We often transition to 1-2x/month after significant progress has been made and we are getting ready to end our therapy work. Recommendations will be made based on your particular situation and needs during the first session.

It varies. Therapy is not a quick fix. If you are going through a sudden unexpected crisis and are needing support to manage it, it may take only 4-6 weeks. However, if the reason that brings you into therapy is something that has been with you for many years of life, it is likely that it will take at least 3 months to begin to notice progress toward your goals. Many of our clients choose to participate in therapy on an average of 6-12 months, some of whom will move in and out of therapy for many years during different life transitions. How long therapy lasts will be an ongoing conversation that we will have during the course of treatment.

Yes, I accept several insurance plans. If I am out of network, I can provide a superbill that you can submit for possible reimbursement. Please check with your health insurance provider to learn about your coverage and reimbursements rates. You may also want to ask about your deductible before you are able to receive a reimbursement.

Please be advised that working with insurance providers can lead to a non-clinical third party to dictate the duration and type of treatment you need in order for reimbursement. In most cases, insurance providers also require a mental health diagnosis for reimbursement which we would be required to submit and may have consequence as it stays on your medical records. Working without insurance ensures greater privacy and provides you with more decision over your own treatment.

Yes. Marriage and family therapists specialize in treating individuals, couples, and families from a systemic lens that considers various factors within an individual's life including family dynamics, history, and life experiences that contribute to current relationship issues. In doing so, marriage and family therapists seeks to identify patterns that maintain issues, and help individuals, couples, and families to address them at the systemic level. It is deep clinical work focused on addressing the root of presenting issues, rather than settling for short-term fixes.

Go to the contact page and submit your contact information through the inquiry form with your available times/days to schedule an initial phone consultation.

We will spend time exploring the reason that brings in you into therapy as well as the expectations that you have for therapy. We will also identify goals. I will answer any questions or concerns that you may have regarding therapy.

Cash pay rate is $200 for individuals and $250 for couples and families.