Frequently Asked Questions

It's a brief, no-pressure phone call where we talk about what's bringing you to therapy, I answer any questions you have about my practice, and we get a sense of whether we'd be a good fit to work together. There's no commitment involved, just a conversation.

Sessions are 50 minutes. There's no single formula. What we focus on depends on what you bring in. Some sessions are about working through something specific that happened that week; others involve stepping back to look at larger patterns. I'll ask questions, offer perspective, and sometimes suggest concrete tools or exercises. It's collaborative and direct, not the silent-therapist-on-a-couch stereotype.

Most clients start with weekly sessions, which gives us enough momentum to make real progress. As things improve, some people shift to biweekly. We'll find a rhythm that works for your schedule and goals.

Working outside insurance allows me to provide the highest standard of care without the constraints that insurers place on treatment, like requiring a diagnosis, limiting the number of sessions, or dictating the approach I use. For many of my clients (managing directors, partners, physicians, tech leaders) the privacy is equally important. No insurance company has access to your records, your diagnosis, or even the fact that you're in therapy. Nothing is accessible to employers, boards, or credentialing committees.

Many clients find that their insurance plans include out-of-network benefits that reimburse a significant portion of the cost. I provide a superbill after each session that you can submit to your insurer for reimbursement.

A superbill is an itemized receipt that includes everything your insurance company needs to process an out-of-network reimbursement claim: my credentials, your diagnosis, the type of service provided, and the amount paid. I provide these after each session, and you submit them to your insurer directly.

Yes. Confidentiality is a cornerstone of therapy and is protected by law. What you share in session stays between us. There are a small number of legally mandated exceptions (such as imminent risk of harm to yourself or others) which I'll review with you at the start of treatment. Outside of those narrow circumstances, nothing leaves the room without your written consent.

Absolutely. Many of my clients are coming to therapy for the first time. It's common to feel uncertain about what to expect or whether it will be helpful. The 15-minute consultation is a good way to get a feel for how I work before making any commitment.

Yes. I offer both in-person and virtual sessions via a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform. Many of my clients prefer the flexibility of virtual sessions, especially given demanding work schedules.

If you're reading this page, there's probably a reason. You don't need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. Many of my clients come in because something feels off. They're functioning fine but not thriving, or they've hit a ceiling they can't think their way past. If that resonates, it's worth a conversation.

I ask for at least 24 hours' notice if you need to cancel or reschedule. Late cancellations and missed sessions are charged the full session fee. I understand things come up. If there's an emergency, we'll work it out.