Feeling comfortable, being able to open up, and having trust in your therapist’s understanding and abilities are all fundamental aspects of making progress in therapy. It's great advice to give the process 2-3 sessions to assess the fit while keeping in mind that a strong therapeutic alliance is key to achieving positive outcomes.

This is entirely up to you, but it is strongly recommended to schedule weekly sessions for the first three months to get some momentum and achieve progress. After 3 months the frequency can be assessed. Clients with more complex or severe symptoms may benefit from more frequent appointments.

My goal is to help you achieve success in your counseling journey, and starting with less frequent visits may decrease the likelihood of meaningful progress.

Therapy lasts 50 minutes, which is the standard for the general client who experiences mild to moderate mental health symptoms without complex needs. For more severe symptoms, 60-75 minute sessions can be discussed, along with the associated fees. 

The length of your counseling journey depends on several factors. Ask yourself: How long has this issue been present? How deeply ingrained are my habits around it? Has it resurfaced after periods of improvement?

If your concern is new and without established habits, your process may be relatively short, lasting a few months. However, long-standing issues often require more time for lasting progress. While therapists can offer an estimated timeframe, your progress depends largely on how consistently you apply what you learn in daily life outside of session.

All counseling sessions are held through a secure, user-friendly Telehealth platform. For established clients, phone sessions are also available when necessary. Please note that in-person counseling is not offered at this time.

While online counseling offers many benefits—such as convenience, effectiveness, and protection from colds and disease—it may not be suitable for everyone. Teletherapy is most effective for individuals with mild to moderate symptoms, who feel comfortable using technology, and who can access a quiet, private space for their sessions. It is not recommended for those in crisis or experiencing suicidal thoughts.

I offer counseling for adults living in New York State, with a focus on stress and burnout, anxiety, parents of neurodivergent children (ADHD & Autism) and unhealthy smartphone habits/addiction. Please note that I do not provide counseling for children or couples. Although I have a lot of experience of working with children and teens, it's most effective with in-person meetings for this client group.

You need to cancel at least 24 hours before your appointment time or you will need to pay for the appointment. An occasional exception may be made in the case of an emergency.

I currently have limited availability on the weekends, but no evening sessions.

I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches, including but not limited to CBT, Positive Psychology, Client-Centered and Solution-based Therapy, mixed in with Mindfulness techniques and other holistic elements as I find this to be most beneficial. In working with individuals there is no one-size-fits-all approach.

I accept credit card and Venmo for payment for therapy.

To book your first appointment, visit the Contact page and fill out the contact form.

I have limited spots for sliding scale patients. Contact me to inquire about availability.