My approach to therapy...

Minds and emotions are funny things. Sometimes, they are our best friends. Other times, it seems that they just get in the way. There are times when they even seem to make the problem worse. It can be tough to know what to do when that happens.

I can help. I am a mindfulness-based psychologist working from a cognitive-behavioral orientation and specializing in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I believe that problems of the heart and mind have solutions.

Sometimes change and recovery involve difficult and uncomfortable work, and that is why I promise to approach your situation with compassion. I may not have walked in your shoes, but I know what it is to struggle and I won’t ask you to do anything that you’re not ready to do.

How does therapy work?

For most situations, weekly meetings work best. This allows us to build momentum and keep us moving toward a solution. For some situations, 3-5 sessions are enough to get a person unstuck. Eight to twelve sessions is more common, and many people choose to use therapy for longer-term goals.

I pride myself on responsiveness to my clients. You can call at any time, and I will typically get back to you in short order. I am available for evening sessions, as well as most weekends.

Therapy is an important investment that can last a lifetime. Because of that, I take my job very seriously. That doesn’t mean we can’t also have some fun while we work toward a solution for you. After all, life is short and it can certainly beat us down at times. Sometimes, we need to give ourselves permission to laugh at it. There can be great power in that.

How much will this cost anyway?

I charge $120 per session. I will meet with you for a solid hour, rather than the standard 45-50 minute session. I offer a sliding scale for a limited number of clients in need.

One of the reasons I am able to charge a lower rate is that I do not work directly with insurance companies. (I will, however, provide an invoice for out-of-network reimbursement from your carrier. Many of my clients take advantage of that option.) I do work with some EAP programs.

There are two reasons that I do not work with insurance companies. First, there is evidence that the involvement of an insurance company can damage therapeutic outcomes. I want to make sure that I am working for you, not for them.

Secondly, I take your privacy very seriously. Insurance companies require providers to divulge information that may later affect your ability to obtain coverage. My billing approach offers a higher level of privacy even if you choose to seek out-of-network reimbursement.