Frequently Asked Questions
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The first session is an intake appointment — a dedicated space for me to get to know you and begin to understand what has brought you to therapy. We will talk through what you are currently experiencing, as well as relevant background that helps me understand the fuller picture of your life — including your history, relationships, past experiences, and any previous therapy you may have had. Rather than simply gathering information, the first session is also an opportunity for us to begin thinking together. We will discuss your goals and start to outline a collaborative treatment plan that feels meaningful and tailored to you. Many people leave the first session with a sense of relief simply from having spoken openly — and with a clearer sense of direction.
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There is no single answer to this, and I believe it is important to be honest about that. The length of therapy depends on what you are working through, your goals, and how the process unfolds for you. Some people find meaningful progress in a shorter period of focused work; others engage in longer-term therapy that allows for deeper exploration. We begin with weekly sessions and revisit frequency together over time, always guided by your needs and progress. What matters most is that the pace and duration of our work serves you — not a predetermined timeline.
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That uncertainty is completely normal — and in many ways, it is a meaningful place to begin. You don't need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy, nor do you need to have everything figured out before reaching out. Many people come to therapy simply with a sense that something feels off, or a quiet curiosity about understanding themselves more deeply.
There is no prerequisite for starting other than a willingness to show up and explore. If you find yourself wondering whether therapy might help, that wondering itself is often worth paying attention to. I welcome anyone who is simply curious, cautiously considering, or somewhere in between. A free initial consultation is a low-pressure way to ask questions and get a feel for whether this feels right — with no commitment required.
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I ask for at least 48 hours notice if you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment. This allows me to offer the time to someone else who may need it. I understand that life — especially for busy professionals — can be genuinely unpredictable, and I approach cancellations with that understanding in mind.
If you need to cancel or reschedule with less than 48 hours notice, I will do my best to find an alternative time that works for both of us — whether that is a different day or time within the same week, or two sessions the following week alongside your regularly scheduled appointment. If we are unable to find a suitable alternative within my schedule, the late cancellation fee equivalent to the full session fee will apply.
I always aim to handle these situations with flexibility and care. If something unexpected arises, please reach out as soon as possible so we can explore our options together.
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Yes. I offer telehealth sessions to residents of New York and New Jersey, as well as in-person sessions at my office in New York City. Many patients find telehealth to be a convenient and effective option, and I am committed to providing the same quality of care regardless of format.
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The first step is simply reaching out. You can contact me by email or through the contact form on this website, and I will get back to you within one to two business days. From there, we can schedule a free 15–20 minute phone consultation — a relaxed, no-pressure conversation where you can ask questions, share a little about what you are looking for, and get a sense of whether we feel like a good fit. I look forward to hearing from you.
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Coaching typically focuses on performance and goal execution. Therapy goes a layer deeper into patterns, relational history, and internal beliefs driving how you think, feel, and operate, including at work. Many find that addressing the underlying “why” creates more sustainable change than strategy alone.
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Psychodynamic therapy explores how past experiences — especially early relationships — shape your current thoughts, feelings, and behavior. I incorporate relational frameworks such as attachment theory and mentalization-based approaches, which focus on how early bonds influence the way you connect with others, trust, and understand your own inner world today.
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Existential therapy focuses on the deeper questions of being human — meaning, freedom, choice, connection, and mortality — rather than symptoms alone. It helps you clarify what matters most to you and live with greater intention, especially during periods of uncertainty or transition.
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Cognitive therapy helps identify thought patterns — like perfectionism, harsh self-judgment, or catastrophic thinking under pressure — that quietly undermine confidence and well-being, even in high-performing people.
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ACT helps you make room for difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, so you can take action aligned with your personal values — even when things feel hard. It's often used for anxiety, life transitions, and values-based decision-making.
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DBT is a skills-based approach that helps you manage intense emotions, tolerate distress, and improve relationships. It balances acceptance of where you are right now with practical tools for creating meaningful change.
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Solution-focused therapy shifts attention from the origins of a problem to what's already working. It identifies your existing strengths and helps map small, achievable steps toward the specific changes you want to see.
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Mindfulness practices build your capacity to stay present, notice your thoughts and bodily sensations without judgment, and respond thoughtfully instead of reacting automatically.