I am a self-pay provider and do not bill insurance directly. However, I can provide a monthly superbill (receipt) that you can submit to your insurance company for possible out-of-network reimbursement.

Under the No Surprises Act, healthcare providers are required to provide clients who are uninsured or not using insurance with a Good Faith Estimate explaining the anticipated cost of your care. For questions or to request a Good Faith Estimate, please contact me.

My current fee is $255 per 60-minute session and $230 per 50-minute session. Payment is collected electronically at the time of service.

I primarily see clients in person in Silver Spring, MD, with a limited number of teletherapy appointments available for Maryland and Virginia residents.

Since I’m a professor at the University of Maryland, I only see clients on Tuesday afternoons and evenings (3-9pm). Appointment availability may occasionally shift depending on my university schedule.

Although I specialize in couples, I treat individuals and families too. I specialize in relationships, trauma, and emotion regulation.

I am warm, affirming, and patient, and, thanks to my “New Englander” upbringing I am also direct and authentic. Together, we will pursue the joys and challenges of growth in a safe and compassionate space. As Lori Gottlieb says, most big transformations come from hundreds of tiny, almost imperceptible, steps we take along the day. I would be honored to walk alongside you as you make these steps.

The first session is focused on understanding your history, what’s bringing you in now, and what goals you’d like to work toward. You’ll leave with a sense of the process and a plan for next steps.

The client-therapist relationship is one of the most important factors in therapy outcomes. If you do not feel like we are the best fit, I would be happy to support you in finding a therapist that may be a better fit.

It varies based on your goals. Some clients come for short-term, targeted work, while others stay longer for deeper exploration and change. We’ll collaborate to make sure therapy moves at a pace and depth that fits your needs.

No. As a therapist, I provide psychotherapy but I do not prescribe medication. If medication is something you’d like to explore, I can provide referrals to PCPs and/or psychiatrists.

If you are working with another healthcare provider (e.g., psychiatrist, nurse practitioner, etc.) I am happy to collaborate with them to ensure consistent continuity of care across your healthcare team.

I’m licensed in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington. I currently see clients in-person in Silver Spring, MD, and have a few teletherapy appointments available for clients residing in VA and WA.