I understand that paying for therapy can be a challenge for many people. That's why I accept payment from UnitedHealthcare, Oxford Health Plans, Cigna, Aetna, UMR, Oscar, UHC Student Resources, AllSavers UHC, and Harvard Pilgrim insurance plans.

Adolescents and adults

Yes, I offer both in-person visits and virtual visits.

The process of finding a therapist to work with can be somewhat overwhelming. There are many different therapists, styles, and methods available. However, once you put in some effort and find someone that you feel comfortable with, the benefits can be significant. I recommend talking with at least 2-3 therapists even if only for 15-30 minutes each prior to making a choice. You can ask them to talk a bit about how they approach their work with clients, when they are available, anything else you may be curious about in terms of how they practice. Usually after talking with a few different people, the choice will become clear to you. Generally speaking, the therapist that you choose should be licensed in the state in which you reside, have experience working with clients who are coping with issues similar to your own, and should provide a style of therapy that feels comfortable. It really comes down to personal preference and logistical issues such as location, scheduling availability, insurance, and fees.

Click the link for more information on finding a good therapist.

My foundational training is in psychodynamic therapy. This therapeutic framework began in the very early 1900’s and has evolved a great deal since that time. “Psychodynamic therapy focuses on the psychological roots of emotional suffering. Its hallmarks are self-reflection and self-examination, and the use of the relationship between therapist and patient as a window into problematic relationship patterns in the patient’s life. Its goal is not only to alleviate the most obvious symptoms but to help people lead healthier lives.” (American Psychological Association, 2010) While I believe that psychodynamic theory is a framework that can be incredibly useful, there are other tools and frameworks that have also been shown to benefit clients. The good news is that these approaches can be paired together based on the needs of a particular client. These other approaches might include cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, or narrative therapy among others.

CBT is an approach that can be very effective for a wide variety of issues including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and substance use issues. CBT is based on the idea that the psychological problems we face are rooted in unhelpful ways of thinking and/or behaving. The work of therapy from a CBT perspective is to shift these unhelpful ways of thinking/behaving. CBT is also usually focused on the present rather than on the past and may include “homework” assignments to work on between therapy sessions.

Click the link for https://www.apa.org/ptsd-guideline/patients-and-families/cognitive-behavioralmore information about CBT.