Frequently Asked Questions
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I work with women and young women ages 14 and older who are located in Massachusetts at the time of their sessions. Many of my clients appear capable and put-together while privately struggling with anxiety, intrusive thoughts, overthinking, self-doubt, or a harsh inner critic.
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I specialize in anxiety, intrusive thoughts, overthinking, perfectionism, self-doubt, and the ways these experiences can become tangled with your identity and self-worth.
You don’t need to know exactly what to call what you’re experiencing before reaching out. During a consultation, we can talk about what has been coming up for you and whether my approach feels like the right fit.
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My practice is fully virtual. Sessions are held through a secure telehealth platform and are available to clients located in Massachusetts.
Virtual therapy allows you to attend from home or another private space where you feel comfortable. You must be physically located in Massachusetts during each session.
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I offer a free 15-minute phone consultation so we can briefly talk about what has been bringing you to therapy and what you’re hoping for.
You’ll have a chance to ask questions, learn more about how I work, and get a sense of whether we may be a good fit. There’s no pressure to schedule a therapy session afterward.
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The first session gives us more time to talk about what has been going on, what you would like support with, and any background that feels important for me to understand.
You don’t need to arrive with a perfectly organized explanation or know exactly what your goals are. We’ll begin making sense of things together and talk about what you would like therapy to feel like moving forward.
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Individual therapy sessions are 50-60 minutes long. Most clients begin with weekly sessions so we have enough consistency to build momentum and develop a strong therapeutic relationship.
We can talk about the frequency that makes the most sense based on your needs, availability, and insurance coverage.
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I currently accept:
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
UnitedHealthcare
Insurance coverage can vary between plans, even within the same insurance company. I recommend contacting your insurance company before beginning therapy to confirm your behavioral-health benefits, deductible, copay, and whether I am considered in network with your specific plan.
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You can still choose to work with me at my private-pay rate. If your plan includes out-of-network behavioral-health benefits, I can provide a superbill for you to submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement.
Reimbursement is determined by your insurance plan and isn’t guaranteed. I recommend asking your insurance company whether you have out-of-network benefits for virtual outpatient psychotherapy and what portion of the cost may be reimbursed.
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My private-pay rate is $150 per individual therapy session.
If I am in network with your insurance plan, your cost will depend on your specific benefits. This may include a copay, coinsurance, or the full contracted session rate until your deductible has been met. You can learn more on my Fees page or contact your insurance company for an estimate of your responsibility.
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I ask that you provide at least 24 hours notice if you need to cancel or reschedule a session.
Appointments canceled after that window, as well as missed appointments, are subject to $75 late cancellation fee. Insurance does not cover late-cancellation or missed-session fees.
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The first step is scheduling a free 15-minute consultation. We’ll briefly discuss what you’re looking for, answer any initial questions, and see whether working together feels like a good fit.
If we decide to move forward, we’ll schedule your first therapy session and I’ll send your intake paperwork through my secure client portal.
Starting therapy usually comes with a few questions. Here’s what you can expect when working with me. If you don’t see your question answered, you’re always welcome to reach out.