FAQs

  • Sessions are 45 minutes, and most clients meet weekly, especially early on — consistency tends to support deeper work. Over time, we can adjust frequency based on where you're at and what feels right.

  • Somatic therapy pays attention to what's happening in your body — not just what you're thinking or saying — because the body often holds onto experiences the mind hasn't fully processed. In session, this might look like noticing physical sensations as we talk, slowing down to track what's coming up in your body, or using specific techniques to help regulate your nervous system. It's not separate from talk therapy — it's woven into it, and I'll always meet you where you're comfortable starting.

  • No prior experience is needed — I'll walk you through everything as we go. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) helps the brain reprocess difficult memories so they feel less charged and more resolved. IFS (Internal Family Systems) works with the different "parts" of you — the ones that protect you, the ones that carry pain — to help them work together rather than against each other. Both are gentle, structured approaches, and we'll always move at a pace that feels manageable for you.

  • Not at all. Most people come in without any background in this, and that's completely fine — it's not a prerequisite. Part of our work together is simply learning to notice what your body is doing and what it might be telling you. You don't need the language for it yet; we'll build that together.

  • It's a brief 20 minute call where you can share a bit about what's bringing you to therapy, ask me anything about how I work, and get a feel for whether it seems like the right fit.

    There's no obligation on either end; it's simply a first step to see if we click.

  • Honestly, you'll probably feel it. The consultation call is a great place to start — you'll get a sense of how I work and whether it feels right to keep going. Fit matters as much as expertise, and I invite you to come with questions — this works both ways!

  • I offer both in-person and remote sessions! My office is located at 25 Central Park W, Suite 1L, New York, NY.

  • I'm an out-of-network provider, which means I don't bill insurance directly — but I provide the documentation (a superbill) you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement. Many plans offer out-of-network benefits, and clients are often reimbursed anywhere from 40–80% of the session fee, depending on their plan.

    To find out what your specific benefits look like, it's worth calling your insurance company and asking:

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

    • Are both individual therapy (CPT code 90834) and couples therapy (CPT code 90847) covered?

    • What's my deductible, and has it already been met?

    • How many sessions per year does my plan cover?

    • How much will be reimbursed per session?

    • Is there an "allowable amount" set for behavioral health services?