Frequently Asked Questions
Do you accept my insurance?
I do not work directly with any insurance companies, but I can accept most insurance plans on an out-of-network basis. I choose not to work with insurance for a variety of reasons. Most notably, I tend to find that I do not share their values and that involving them in my practice thus does not lend itself to successful therapy for my clients.
How much do your psychotherapy services cost?
My standard rate is $160 per 55-minute individual therapy session and $200 for a couples session. In certain cases, I offer a lower sliding-scale rate when my standard rate is not affordable for clients. Many clients are able to have a significant portion of this fee reimbursed by their insurance on an out-of-network basis. At this time, psychotherapy clients must be based in Vermont, Colorado or Florida.
What credentials do you hold?
I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor in Vermont, Colorado and Florida and I have been actively practicing for almost ten years. I hold a Master’s degree in mental health counseling from the University of Vermont and a PhD in Counseling and Counselor Education from the University of Rochester. I have received training in a variety of therapeutic modalities and focus my work on cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic approaches, and mindfulness tools.
What is coaching and how much does it cost?
Coaching can be helpful for people negotiating big life changes or seeking to initiate them. Sometimes when people are hoping to meet significant life goals but could use support in this process, coaching can be a great addition. I offer this service to clients anywhere in the world using teleconferencing software and this service costs $160 per 55 minute session. I also offer coaching to therapists who are seeking to open their own practices. This service is priced based on the specific needs of the client.
How will I benefit from therapy?
The variety of possible benefits of therapy are wide-ranging. Often, my clients learn the ways they are contributing to unpleasant repetitive patterns in their lives. They also often uncover the role their early life experiences are playing in their current challenges. Most importantly, they frequently learn approaches to leading more authentic and fulfilling lives, particularly in their relationships with other people.
Therapy is expensive. How can I be sure it is worth it?
There are no guarantees in therapy. I wish I had a magic wand that works for everyone who comes through my door. Unfortunately, I do not. That said most of the people I work with experience a significant reduction in their symptoms of anxiety, depression and relationship difficulties. What I can promise is that I am strongly committed to my clients and I will devote my full attention and expertise to helping you meet your goals and experience less distress in your life.
How do you help couples?
Couples therapy is a particular passion of mine. In my observation (and personal experience), the quality of a person’s relationship can be incredibly impactful on their overall wellbeing. Therefore, successful couples therapy can be one of the most effective forms of therapy. I work with couples to understand their patterns of attachment and explore the way these tendencies influence their ways of relating. I also support couples in learning to sidestep repetitive and unproductive conflicts and focus on fostering depth and intimacy in their relationship.
Why do you focus on working with men in therapy?
To be clear, I do not work solely with male clients. But men seem to seek me out for therapy, and I have done a great deal of research on treating men effectively in therapy. I believe that many therapeutic approaches are ill-suited to supporting men. Additionally, I believe that modern men often struggle to find meaning and purpose in their lives and that therapists focused on this population have the potential to help them do so.
I feel like I have my problems under control. Do I need therapy?
While this question is difficult to answer specifically, I would say that many people can benefit from therapy even when things are going relatively well. Sometimes therapy can uncover facets of your life that are worth addressing despite not being overwhelming. It is also worth mentioning that therapy isn’t the only vehicle for personal growth and for some it just isn’t the right approach. So, in sum, it depends. But it’s usually worth a try.