My Approach
I believe therapy is a place for self-exploration and building awareness of what is holding you back from leading a more fulfilling life. Whether you have suffered a recent loss or trauma, are suffering with painful emotions or having trouble coping with a life transition, therapy is a place to be heard and supported as you navigate the difficult path towards healing. I utilize an integrative approach to therapy, pulling predominately from relational and interpersonal theories, while incorporating motivational interviewing and cognitive-behavioral interventions when appropriate. My role is to create a safe, supportive environment and ask thoughtful questions to help you better understand yourself. I tend to be active in sessions, so if you're envisioning someone staring and nodding at you most of the session, you can rest assured that won't happen in my office. Whether this is your first time seeking therapy, or you have tried it in the past, we will work together to build on the adaptive coping skills you already have, and learn to change those holding you back.
Location
185 Devonshire Street, Suite 501
Boston, MA, 02110
Office Hours
Mon - Thur,
by appointment
Areas of Specialization:
Anxiety Disorders
Depression and Mood Disorders
Relationship/Marital Issues
Young Adults and College Adjustment Issues
Pregnancy, Postpartum, Parenting
Life Transitions
Substance Abuse
Adult Children of Alcoholics/Addicts, or others affected by a family member’s addiction
Grief and Loss
Stress Management
Clinical Training:
I received my Masters in Clinical Social Work and Certificate in Substance Abuse Counseling from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. I have worked with adults and young adults in individual and group therapy services since 2009, first at the UNC College Counseling Center, then at Massachusetts General Hospital in outpatient treatment programs, and finally at the Emerson Counseling and Psychological Services. I have provided both long and short term therapy, as well as individual clinical supervision to graduate students and post-graduate clinicians seeking licensure.
TREATMENT & SERVICES
Individual & Couples therapy
My therapy services are tailored to meet your specific needs and goals. I practice both short and long-term therapy and sessions can be structured with a skills-based approach or a more exploratory style. After you contact me, we will set up a free, 15-minute phone consultation to assess your needs and if I am the right fit for you. If we decide to move forward, we will schedule an initial meeting in-person or face-to-face via telehealth. The first two sessions are intake sessions, which means they can be slightly longer with an emphasis on what is bringing you to therapy and gathering relevant background information. During this time you will get a sense of my therapeutic style and ask questions about what our work together would entail.
Regular, ongoing sessions are 45 minutes. I typically meet with clients weekly in the beginning of treatment. As therapy continues, we may decide to decrease the frequency of our meetings depending on progress and how we are meeting your goals. .
Supervision & Consultation
I have over 7 years of experience providing supervision and training to graduate students and post-graduate professionals seeking state licensure. Please contact me if you are interested in hearing more about supervision, training or workshop possibilities.
INSURANCE & FEES
Insurance
I currently accept most insurance plans with out-of-network benefits and private pay. If your insurance card says “PPO” or that you have “out-of-network benefits” and you are unsure what the copay/coinsurance would be, please contact me directly. My billing agent can consult your insurance to find what your specific rate would be.
Session Fees
My fee for intakes and regular sessions is $205 per 45 minute session.
My Office
185 Devonshire Street, Suite 503
Boston, MA, 02110
Contact Me
If you have a question or would like to set up a free phone consultation, please email me or fill out this form.
