Frequently Asked Questions
Online Couples Therapy to Slow the Conflict and Help You Reconnect
Frequently Asked Questions
Are you accepting new clients?
Yes. I’m currently accepting new clients for couples therapy, premarital counseling, and individual therapy.
If you’re wondering whether we might be a good fit, you’re welcome to start with a complimentary introductory call by calling or texting 860-333-8773.
Do you offer in-person therapy or only online therapy?
All sessions are online, so you can meet from a private place that works for you without having to travel to an office.
You’ll connect through SimplePractice, a secure video platform you can use from your computer, tablet, or phone.
Online therapy also means you may be able to work with me if you’re located in Connecticut or one of more than 40 participating PSYPACT states.
How do I get started?
The first step is a complimentary introductory call, which can be scheduled by calling or texting 860-333-8773.
It gives you a chance to tell me a little about what’s been going on, ask any questions you have, and get a sense of what it might be like to work together.
If it feels like a good fit, I’ll send you the intake paperwork through your client portal so we can get started.
What happens during the complimentary introductory call?
The introductory call is a short, low-pressure conversation so you can get a sense of whether working together feels comfortable.
You don’t need to know exactly what to say or have everything figured out before we talk. You can share as much or as little as feels comfortable, ask any questions you have, and learn more about what therapy with me would be like.
If you’d like to know what to expect before we talk, you can watch this short video.
Who do you work with?
I work with couples at many different stages of their relationship, as well as adults coming to therapy on their own.
You may be dating or engaged and thinking seriously about your future together. You may have been married for years and find yourselves stuck in the same patterns, navigating parenting, or adjusting to an empty nest.
I also work with adults individually when anxiety, depression, grief, stress, relationship concerns, or a life change is making things feel harder than they usually do.
What are sessions like?
Each session is tailored to what’s happening in your life or relationship and what you want to feel different.
I take an active role in the conversation. With couples, if you start getting pulled into the same argument, I’ll help slow things down so you can each say what you mean and have a better chance of hearing each other. We may work on recurring conflict, trust, emotional distance, or feeling more connected.
With individuals, we may focus on anxiety, depression, grief, stress, relationship concerns, or a life transition.
My approach is evidence-informed and flexible, drawing from CBT, DBT skills, Family and Marital Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Strength-Based approaches depending on what’s most useful for you. Christian-integrated support is also available, but never assumed.
How often will we meet, and how long does therapy usually last?
Most clients begin with weekly sessions and can anticipate about 12 weeks of weekly therapy to give new patterns and changes time to take root.
Between sessions, I’ll often give you things to work on so you have practical tools and opportunities to strengthen what we’re doing together in your day-to-day life.
How much does therapy cost?
Most individual and couples therapy sessions are 45 minutes and cost $175.
Payment is due on the day of your session. I accept credit cards and HSA or FSA cards.
Can I work with you if I live outside Connecticut?
Possibly.
I’m licensed in Connecticut and authorized through PSYPACT to provide teletherapy in over 40 participating states.
If you live outside Connecticut, we can confirm during your introductory call whether I’m able to work with you where you’re located.
Do I need to do anything to prepare for our first session?
There’s nothing special you need to prepare before we meet.
You’ll complete your intake paperwork through your client portal ahead of time, which usually takes about 20 minutes.
Beyond that, it may be helpful to simply think about what your hopes are for the session. You don’t need to have the right words or a clear plan before we start. We can figure that out together.
Do you accept insurance?
I don’t participate directly with insurance companies, so I’m considered an out-of-network provider.
Depending on your insurance plan, you may be able to receive partial reimbursement for therapy. I can provide a superbill, and I also offer Mentaya as an optional service to help you check your out-of-network benefits and submit claims.
HSA and FSA funds may also be used for therapy.
Let’s Start With a Conversation
Let’s Start With a Conversation
GOOD FAITH ESTIMATE
You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost.
Under the law, health care providers including therapists need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services.
- You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees.
- Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service.
- If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.
- Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 800-985-3059
GOOD FAITH ESTIMATE
You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost.
Under the law, health care providers including therapists need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services.
- You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees.
- Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service.
- If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.
- Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 800-985-3059
