Individualized care delivered conveniently.
Powerful Psychotherapy
I provide individual psychotherapy for adults and older adults.
In-person or telehealth. I offer in-person therapy for those local to the Durham, Chapel Hill, and Raleigh, NC area, as well as secure video sessions for clients anywhere in North Carolina. Telehealth offers easier scheduling and access—ideal for busy professionals, healthcare providers, and anyone with limited transportation. I've provided telehealth care for many years and value the flexibility it offers.
My approach. Whether this is your first time in therapy or you're returning to it, I listen closely and work to understand your concerns from multiple angles—whether you're facing a new stressor, a life transition, or longer-standing patterns tied to past difficulties or trauma. Together, we'll build a collaborative relationship focused on your goals.
A welcoming space. I strive to create a space where everyone feels safe and understood—including within your cultural and social context, and the added stressors that can come from how the world responds to race, ethnicity, gender, orientation, age, neurodiversity, religion, disability, and more.
Next steps. Learn more about me and my approach, and contact me. Still have questions? I offer a free phone consultation before scheduling our first visit.
Insurance and Fees
IN NETWORK
I accept original Medicare only. This does not include Medicare Advantage plans. (What is the difference? Read about it here.) For clients on Medicare Advantage plans, you will be responsible for paying for sessions at the rate set by the Centers for Medicare. Some Advantage plans will provide reimbursement back to you after you pay for my services. See below.
OUT OF NETWORK
I am considered an out of network provider for most other insurances. Out of Network Reimbursement may be possible. I recommend you call your insurance for an Explanation of Benefits to find out if you have this benefit available to you.
Questions to ask include:
Do I have out of network reimbursement benefits for mental (or behavioral) health visits?
Do I have a deductible?
Are there any limits on this benefit?
How do I get reimbursement after paying for services?
After sessions, I provide a Superbill (an itemized receipt including proper codes for insurance purposes). This can be submitted to your insurance for reimbursement. When available reimbursement is usually between 50% and 80% of the cost of session. Some clients choose to use an outside company to help them get out-of-network reimbursement. One example is Mentaya.
COST OF VISITS
$255: Initial Visit, 60 minutes
$230: Return Visit, 55-minutes
A Good Faith Estimate will help you understand the estimated out-of-pocket costs associated with your course of care. To pay fees for sessions, I accept all major debit/credit cards and Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account cards. I have some availability for clients paying a reduced rate.
FAQ’s
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Q: “Do you provide couples or family therapy?”
A: No. Those are both important forms of treatment, but I do not provide these services. Occasionally family members may join your session to support our goals, but regular couples or family therapy is not offered.
Q: “Do you see children or adolescents?”
A: I only see individuals who are at least 18 years of age. I most commonly work with individuals who are between the ages of 23 and 95.
Q: “Me or a loved one just got out of an inpatient or residential treatment program.” (For example, for suicidality, eating disorders, general mental health, psychosis, or substance abuse.) “Do you work with that?”
A: No. I recommend step-down care which may mean more than one therapy appointment per week and medication management. To find step-down care, search for an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) or a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP).
Q: “Can you bill my insurance directly?”
A: Only for regular Medicare. For Medicare Advantage and all other insurance plans, you pay for services directly through my website at the time of service, using a credit or debit card. I can help you figure out how to do reimbursement back to you after payment.
Q: “Do you prescribe medications?”
A: No. I am not a medical provider. Prescribers have medical training: Primary Care/Family Medicine/Internal Medicine physicians, psychiatrists (MD, DO), Nurse Practitioners (NP, ARNP), or Physician’s Assistant (PA).
Q: “Can you help me decide if medication may be right for me?”
A: Not directly. I can help you decide whether to consult with a licensed medical provider. I can conduct a psychological assessment to help you understand your clinical challenges, I can help you seek out a medication prescriber, and I can consult with someone who prescribes medication about your care.
Q: “Do you work with individuals with cognitive decline?”
A: That depends. If you or a loved one has mild cognitive impairment and can generally manage their own care and provide full informed consent, I am happy to work with them. If you or a loved one have cognitive impairment where the client cannot manage their own care, we should talk more to see if I am the best fit.
Q: “Do you ever provide care in the home?”
A: Unfortunately I do not provide home visits. That is why I do telehealth!
Q: “What is telehealth exactly in your practice?”
A: I use secure videoconferencing. I have two options for that, and we will choose together which one is best for you.
Q: “I am not sure I can manage technology to do telehealth. Can we still work together?”
A: Yes! I am committed to helping you get into our secure videoconference sessions. I often work with seniors who are not fully comfortable with technology. Most devices that connect to the internet have built-in cameras and built-in microphones! As long as you have a computer, laptop, smartphone (iPhone or Andriod) or tablet/iPad, we can make it work. My system has easy-to-use software and I often help seniors get onto our video sessions providing step-by-step guidance on the telephone. Some clients have family members or helpers to set them up on the secure video-conference before each session. That is OK too!
Q: “I have vision or hearing issues. Can we still work together?”
A: Most likely, yes! We have a couple of options. If you live nearby we can meet in person in my office. If you need telehealth, we can actually make that work, too. I have lots of experience helping people with low-vision or mild/moderate hearing impairment attend our visits, depending on the supports that they have. Extreme hearing or vision impairments without adequate support can sometimes make telehealth too challenging, but I’m happy to talk more to find out if we are a good fit.
In-person therapy is located in my office on the Durham/Chapel Hill line, near the intersection of Rte 15/501 and I-40.
Contact me for a free telephone consultation.
In-Person Therapy
Telehealth locations
Using telehealth, I am able to reach adults located (physically present at the time of session) in North Carolina, Massachusetts, or any participating state. The list of eligible states is growing so check here.
