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It can be difficult to identify what changes are called for at the start of therapy. For that reason, much of our initial work together will be about leveraging your emotions and day-to-day experience to gain a greater understanding of what makes you tick.<\/p><p>I employ a variety of modalities, drawing from traditions such as CBT, psychodynamic, family, expressive arts, and movement. If you wish to view an exhaustive list of modalities in which I have trained, that may be viewed on my CV here.<\/p><p>Therapy often leads to benefits that allow you to make positive change in your life, which may include greater self-awareness, more adaptive coping skills, and a general sense of well being.<\/p><p>The process of therapy takes a certain amount of courage and commitment, but the journey can renew our sense of purpose and direction in the world. 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I will continue to offer telehealth via a HIPAA-compliant platform.<\/p>"},{"_id":"d14c850","tab_title":"What age groups do you work with?","tab_content":"<p>I work with adults 18 years of age and older.<\/p>"},{"_id":"7a45a09","tab_title":"Do you prescribe medication?","tab_content":"I do not prescribe medication. However, medication is often a helpful addition to treatment, and I am happy to provide referrals or collaborate with your prescriber."},{"_id":"786e97b","tab_title":"What is your fee structure?","tab_content":"<p><em>Psychotherapy Fees<\/em><\/p><ul><li>Initial phone consult: free<\/li><li>Psychotherapy intake: $220<\/li><li>Psychotherapy, 50-minute session: $150<\/li><li>Psychotherapy, 30-minute session: $80<\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><em>Administrative Fees<\/em><\/p><ul><li>Collateral contact and other non-insurance paperwork or material preparation:\u00a00-15 minutes: no charge; subsequent 30-minute increments: $80<\/li><\/ul><p><span class=\"color_15\">I accept cash and credit\/debit card. For telehealth appointments, I am only able to accept credit\/debit card. 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