FAQs

To get started, reach out through one of these convenient options:

• 📧 Email me.

• 📞 Call or text: (973) 798-8177.

• 📅 Use my scheduling portal.

If we decide we're a good fit, we'll set up a 50-minute intake session, either in person or via telehealth.

Note: I don’t offer free consultations, though I’m happy to answer brief questions to help determine if working together might be a fit.

The first session (intake) is a 50-minute meeting to discuss your needs and desired goals/outcomes. We may also discuss your personal history.

I’ll share my background and discuss how my approach may help you. We’ll look to agree on whether we’re a good fit to begin therapy.

Therapy can help in a variety of ways, including if you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or want to explore your thoughts, emotions, experiences, or relationships.

During our intake session, we’ll discuss your goals and determine whether my approach to treatment can help you. You can email me brief questions if you’re interested in pursuing my services.

I provide psychotherapy and counseling to a diverse population, for a variety of reasons, ages 12 and up. I also provide couples counseling.

My fee is $175 for a 50-minute individual therapy session and $195 for a 50-minute couples counseling session, payable at the time of service.

I am an out-of-network provider and do not bill insurance directly. I provide a superbill after each session, which you can submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement, depending on your plan’s out-of-network benefits. Alternatively, I can courtesy bill your insurer on your behalf monthly to simplify the process.

Coverage depends on your plan. Call your insurer and ask:

- Do I have out-of-network benefits for therapy sessions?

- What’s my out-of-network deductible, and have I met it?

- How much will I be reimbursed for a therapy session?

- How do I submit a superbill for reimbursement?

Tools like Mentaya (mentaya.com) can also help estimate reimbursement.

Payment can be made via credit, debit, or HSA/FSA card through a secure online payment system. Cash is also accepted for in-person sessions.

Please cancel or reschedule at least 24 hours in advance by calling/texting (973) 798-8177, emailing me, or using SimplePractice.

Late cancellations (within 24 hours) incur a $125 fee, and no-shows are charged the full session fee ($175 for individuals, $195 for couples), as this time is reserved for you and cannot be offered to others. The fee helps ensure I can maintain a sustainable practice while prioritizing your care.

I understand that unexpected changes happen, and I strive to be fair with my policies. In the rare case that I am more than 5 minutes late, I will waive the fee for your next session as a courtesy to respect your time and compensate for the inconvenience.

Sessions are 50 minutes long. Generally, I recommend meeting weekly, especially during the commencement of therapeutic work.

We’ll tailor the frequency to your goals, whether short-term or longer-term, and discuss what’s best during your intake.

Sessions take place in person at my Jersey City office or virtually via a HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform.

Medication can help ease symptoms in some cases, but therapy looks to address the underlying causes of emotional distress.

Until the reasons for your distress are explored and understood, the underlying issues cannot be fully addressed.

I liken this to wearing a jacket at home during the winter instead of closing the windows. Managing discomfort without addressing its cause usually helps temporarily,

For some, combining therapy with medication (prescribed by a psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse) can be effective, and I can coordinate with your provider if needed.

My approach aims to help you gain insight and create lasting change.

The key to meaningful change is building a trusting, collaborative relationship. Your commitment to attending sessions and engaging openly, combined with my expertise, helps drive progress.

Therapy is a partnership requiring active participation from all involved.

Yes, therapy is confidential, and I follow strict HIPAA guidelines to protect your privacy. I keep minimal records and don’t share information with insurers unless you opt for courtesy billing, in which case, necessary details will be submitted for out-of-network reimbursement claims.

Exceptions include legal requirements (e.g., risk of harm to yourself or others) or, for clients under 18, sharing general updates with parents/guardians while protecting your privacy. We’ll review confidentiality during intake.

Telehealth sessions take place via a HIPAA-compliant platform to ensure privacy and confidentiality. You’ll need a private space, a device with a camera and microphone, and a stable internet connection. These sessions provide a convenient and effective way to engage in therapy when in-person meetings aren’t possible.

You are welcome to contact me by email or text for administrative questions, such as scheduling, cancellations, or clarifying logistical details.

To ensure sessions remain our focused space for reflection and growth, discussions about personal experiences, session content, or therapy-related reflections are best reserved for scheduled appointment times.

The materials I share on this site have been thoughtfully chosen. I’ve personally found them meaningful, and have received generally positive feedback from clients who have explored them.

You’re welcome to bring up any materials in session, though there’s no expectation to do so. I typically introduce these resources into our work together only when they seem particularly relevant to our conversations and may be helpful to you.