I help people better understand themselves and their relationships, build self-trust, and feel more effective in how they connect with others.

Clients have described me as warm and nonjudgmental. They've also told me that my questions and observations help them think about things in new ways. I love hearing this feedback from the people I work with. It matters to me that people feel comfortable talking openly while also feeling challenged to look more closely at their experiences.

Therapy with me is a conversation. I'm interested in understanding how you see yourself, the people in your life, and the situations you're struggling with. Together, we can look at patterns in your relationships, assumptions you may be making that don't reflect the whole picture, feelings you might be overlooking, and how past experiences may be influencing what's happening now.

Sometimes the work involves sorting through difficult choices, making changes that aren't comfortable, or learning to live with uncertainty when there isn't an easy solution.

In my experience, people often feel some initial relief in finding someone they can talk to who understands what they're going through. It can be comforting to have someone take a genuine interest and look closely at all the details with you. As we continue working together, there may be difficult conversations, new realizations, and changes that take time. Progress isn't always steady. There may be periods when you're feeling better and others when things feel harder. But making changes, even when they're uncomfortable, can also feel liberating.

I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation so we can talk briefly about what's bringing you to therapy, answer any initial questions you may have, and consider whether working together might be a good fit.

You don't need to share your whole story during this call. It's an opportunity for us to speak briefly and get an initial sense of whether I think I can be helpful and whether you'd like to schedule an appointment.

During our first session, I'll want to hear more about what's happening in your life, what you're struggling with, and what you're hoping to get from therapy. I may share some initial observations and thoughts about how I might be able to help.

In the following sessions, I'll also ask about your personal history, important relationships, and experiences that may help me understand you better.

You don't need to prepare anything special or know exactly where to begin. We'll figure that out together.

Yes. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, dating and relationship difficulties, self-esteem, and challenging life circumstances or transitions.

Some people come to therapy because something specific has happened. Others are struggling with problems that have been going on for a long time, including relationship patterns they recognize but have difficulty changing.

I also have particular experience working with concerns related to sexuality and sexual health, including the emotional and relational impact of a genital herpes diagnosis.

'm comfortable talking openly about sex, sexuality, bodies, relationships, and experiences that people sometimes feel embarrassed or ashamed to share.

You don't need to worry about giving me too much information or finding the perfect way to explain something. We can talk about things that feel private, confusing, or difficult to put into words.

You also don't have to share everything right away. We can take the time you need to feel comfortable talking about more vulnerable parts of your life.

That depends on what brings you to therapy and what you want to work on.

Some people come in to address a particular problem or difficult period in their lives. Others want to explore longstanding patterns, relationships, or aspects of themselves they would like to understand better. This work can take more time, and meaningful changes sometimes happen gradually.

We can talk about your goals and how the therapy is going as we work together. There's no predetermined length of treatment that applies to everyone.

In most cases, I meet with clients weekly. I find that meeting regularly provides the consistency needed to develop a productive working relationship, make progress toward your goals, and build on the work we do together. In some cases, I meet with clients more than once a week.

Having a regular time set aside for therapy provides a predictable space for the work to take place. It can be comforting to know that time is available when you're going through something difficult. Regular meetings also help us stay engaged in the work, including during periods when making changes feels uncomfortable.

I typically offer weekend, early morning (before work), and weekday appointments for in-person or virtual therapy. I also have a limited number of evening appointments available for virtual therapy.

Individual therapy sessions are $240 for 45 minutes.

Couples therapy sessions are $275 for 50 minutes.

Group therapy is generally $95 per 90-minute session.

You are entitled to a Good Faith Estimate of the expected cost of your treatment. I'll provide this after our free phone consultation and before your first appointment.

I'm not contracted with any insurance providers and have chosen to remain out-of-network so that treatment decisions can be guided by your individual needs rather than insurance requirements.

Payment is due at the time of each appointment. If your plan includes out-of-network mental health benefits, I can provide a statement (sometimes called a superbill) that you can submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement.

Here are some questions you can ask your health insurance company:

• Do I have out-of-network mental health benefits?

• What percentage of the fee will be reimbursed?

• Do I have a deductible, and how much of it have I met?

• When does my deductible reset?

• Are there limits on the number of sessions or other requirements for reimbursement?

Reimbursement is determined by the client's insurance plan and isn't guaranteed.

Yes. I offer in-person psychotherapy at my office in Murray Hill, Manhattan, as well as virtual therapy for clients throughout New York State, California, and Florida.

For clients who ordinarily attend in person, we can also arrange a virtual session when illness or other circumstances make it difficult to come to the office.