Frequently Asked Questions

How many sessions will I need?

It is different for everyone. Some clients come into therapy for clearly defined short-term goals. Others come to therapy for more complex needs with less clearly defined goals that may take more time. Progress in therapy is also influenced by a variety of factors, such as acuity of initial symptoms, diagnosis, frequency of appointments, and modality of treatment. We will regularly check in about your progress and goals so therapy feels meaningful and tailored to your needs.

 

Do you see clients in-person or via telehealth?

I offer in-person sessions and telehealth sessions using HIPAA-compliant, secure video software.

 

Do you accept insurance?

I am currently in the process of applying to several insurance panels, such as Blue Cross Blue Shield, Tufts Health Plan, Harvard Pilgrim, MassHealth, and Medicare. Once I am credentialed, this section will be updated. If you have one of these insurers, please call the phone number on your insurance card before our first appointment and confirm that I am an in-network provider for your plan.

 

If you have a different insurer or wish to pay out of pocket, I am considered out-of-network. This means I will charge the full session fee on the day of your appointment and I will offer you documentation that you can submit to your insurance company if you are eligible for reimbursement. Note that insurance companies often reimburse a percentage of the fee when a client sees a provider who is out-of-network; in other words, it’s likely they will not cover the full fee.

 

What’s the process of getting started?

The first step is to contact me for a conversation over the phone or a video call to make sure I have the availability and am a good fit for your needs. Our first session is considered an intake evaluation that usually lasts about 60 minutes. In that session, we will go over a thorough background of your life’s story and offer a plan for treatment. Follow-up sessions are generally 45 minutes.

 

Can we meet every other week?

At the start of therapy, I recommend meeting on a weekly basis because it makes it easier to build a connection, learn new skills, and help feel better sooner. However, we can discuss this at your initial appointment and decide what is right for you. While therapy can be hard work, it should not feel like a chore. Whether you’d prefer to start meeting every other week or we’ve been working together weekly and you’re feeling ready to reduce the frequency of appointments, I hope you will feel comfortable raising the idea and we can discuss it.

 

Is your office accessible?

My office in Brookline has a staircase you can walk up to the second floor, but it does not have an elevator, unfortunately. If you have any questions about access or accommodations, please email or call me and I would be happy to discuss your concerns.

 

What if I cancel, miss, or need to reschedule an appointment?

I kindly request a notice 24 hours in advance if you are not able to attend a scheduled appointment. Since canceled or missed sessions are not reimbursed by insurance and I cannot easily fill a slot on such short notice, I will charge $100 for the missed/canceled session. I will make exceptions for illnesses or other rare and unexpected circumstances, such as a family emergency. Repeated last-minute cancellations may affect scheduling availability.