FAQ

Here you’ll find answers to the questions I’m asked most often. My goal is to help you understand what to expect, clarify the logistics of therapy, and feel supported as you consider taking this step in seeking therapy.

Insurance Questions

I am an out-of-network provider. This means you pay for sessions directly, and your insurance may reimburse you depending on your plan’s out-of-network benefits.

To simplify the process, I offer courtesy claim submission on your behalf. After each session, I file the necessary documentation so any eligible reimbursement is processed directly to you.

In addition, my office can look up your insurance benefits before you begin therapy. If you’d like to know what your plan may reimburse, we can verify your out-of-network coverage and provide a clear estimate upfront. This helps you make an informed decision about therapy before scheduling your first session.

Out-of-network coverage allows you to work with the therapist who feels like the best fit, even if they are not on your insurance panel. Many PPO plans offer this benefit. To check your coverage, you can call your insurance company and ask:

  • Do I have out-of-network mental health benefits for psychotherapy?
  • What percentage of each session is reimbursed?
  • What is my deductible, and how much of it has been met?
  • Does my plan cover telehealth psychotherapy?

If you prefer, I can review these benefits for you and walk you through what they mean.

Therapy fees reflect the level of training, experience, and specialized care I provide. We discuss session rates during your consultation so you know exactly what to expect. I accept credit cards, HSA/FSA cards, and other standard electronic payment methods.

I offer a limited number of sliding-scale appointments based on financial need. If you are interested in exploring this option, please reach out for current availability.

General Questions

No, I do not prescribe medication. As a psychotherapist, my role is to support you through talk therapy, emotional processing, and mind–body awareness. If you’re considering medication, I am happy to collaborate with your primary care provider or refer you to a psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner for a medication evaluation.

Sessions are 45 minutes for individuals and 60 minutes for couples. Extended sessions may be available for couples therapy or more intensive work.

Most clients begin with weekly sessions to establish consistency and momentum. As you grow and your needs shift, we can adjust the frequency together.

Yes. I offer in-person sessions in both New York and California. My primary office is located in Del Mar/San Diego, CA, where I meet with clients regularly. I also offer in-person sessions in New York a few times a year for clients who prefer or benefit from meeting face-to-face. If you’d like to schedule an in-person session during my time in New York, please reach out for current availability.

Yes. I provide secure online therapy for clients in New York, NY and California, offering flexibility to meet from home, work, or any private space. Online therapy is highly effective for many concerns, including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, stress, and life transitions.

I ask for 48 hours (two full business days) notice to cancel or reschedule a session. Appointments canceled with less than 48 hours’ notice are charged the full session fee. This policy supports continuity and allows me to offer openings to other clients.

Your first session is a collaborative conversation where we explore the concerns bringing you to therapy, the patterns you’ve been noticing, and what you hope to understand or change. This session helps set the foundation for our work and gives us a sense of whether we are a good therapeutic fit.

Therapy often creates subtle shifts at first—greater awareness, a sense of emotional steadiness, clearer communication, or more space between your thoughts and reactions. Over time, many clients notice increased calm, confidence, self-compassion, and the ability to handle stress with more ease.

Additional Questions

Yes. Anxiety is one of my primary areas of focus. I help clients understand the mind–body patterns fueling their anxiety, shift unhelpful thought cycles, and develop tools that support calm, clarity, and resilience.

Yes. I offer couples therapy for communication issues, conflict, infidelity, emotional disconnection, and life transitions. We explore relational patterns, attachment dynamics, and the emotional needs underlying conflict.

Yes. I provide therapy for postpartum anxiety and depression, offering emotional support, somatic awareness, and tools to help you regain steadiness and connection during this transition.

Yes. Many clients come to therapy to process trauma, attachment wounds, or long-standing emotional patterns. We work gently and collaboratively to understand how your past is shaping your present and how healing can unfold at a pace that feels right for you.
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