Frequently Asked Questions
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Therapy services are held in person, at my office. I generally do not offer teletherapy.
In some circumstances, I will provide teletherapy services to established patients who have moved out of the area. This is determined on a case-by-case basis.
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I do not offer reduced rates or a sliding scale.
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For cancellations and appointment rescheduling, 24 hours' notice is required, or the full session fee will be charged to the credit card on file.
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My focus is on providing mental health treatment, not on entertaining or gaining recognition. I don't engage in social media, blog, share content, post tips, appear on podcasts, or create video walkthroughs of my office or therapy approach.
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Therapy is often misconstrued as a platform for constant complaining and self-pity, where individuals simply sit and cry about life's unfairness. It is mistakenly believed to be a space of indulgence, where people are pampered and told they are always right, while everyone else is wrong and their flaws go unnoticed.
However, therapy is far from that. We engage in productive work during therapy sessions. The objective of therapy is not merely to provide comfort, support, and hope, but rather to promote health, stability, and overall progress and functioning in life. Therapy is about the treatment of, and recovery from, debilitating disorders.
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I understand the importance of setting boundaries. As a professional, it's imperative for me to maintain clear boundaries with patients and others. I hold a master's degree in mental health counseling and behavioral medicine from Boston University School of Medicine, and I am licensed to practice psychotherapy in Florida. I am your therapist, not your friend. Our therapy sessions are about you and your recovery, not about me sharing my own story.
“When we speak, we are afraid our words will not be heard or welcomed. But when we are silent, we are still afraid. So it is better to speak.”
—Audre Lorde