Psychoanalytic psychotherapy and psychoanalysis are related in terms of theory and concepts. The idea of putting thoughts and feelings into words and making meaning out of experience are central to both. My practice of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy involves working together to gain a deeper understanding of what might be going on internally that may be contributing to painful feelings. I will be listening as you share all that is on your mind in the moment. Psychotherapy involves face-to-face contact with sessions occurring one to two times a week.

Psychoanalysis is a more intensive form of psychoanalytic psychotherapy, with sessions occurring 3- 4 times a week.  It is recommended when painful symptoms including self-doubt, excessive worry, and self-critical thinking remain despite having undergone a significant course of traditional psychotherapy.  

An individual may decide, in consultation with the therapist,  to undergo a course of this intensive form of psychotherapy, when the individual’s way of thinking and behaving continues to get in the way of cultivating a more fulfilling life, despite having having had a course of traditional psychotherapy.

Yes. I work with teens ages 16 + 

Considering the possibility of psychotherapy for your teen can feel like a daunting task. To make the process easier, I recommend to parents that we speak on the phone for a brief consultation. This will enable us to begin sorting through some the issues together while giving you the opportunity to experience how I think about and work with adolescents. If appropriate, we will then move forward with scheduling a parent meeting, so that I may hear more about how your teen is functioning in all areas of his/her life including developmental history and family background. At the conclusion of our meeting, we will either decide that continuing our work together in parent sessions is all that is necessary at the moment or we may incorporate several teen appointments, allowing me to directly observe how he/she is thinking, feeling and behaving in the context of your concerns and your teen’s overall history. At the end of this initial assessment period, I will present you with my preliminary findings and recommendations.

Yes. Collaboration with parents is an integral component of the therapy, and work I consider necessary to ensure change in the home.

I do not work directly with insurance companies; however, my professional services qualify for reimbursement as an “out of network” provider under most insurance plans. At the end of the month, I will provide you with an invoice containing all the information most insurance companies require for reimbursement.

I encourage you to contact your insurance company regarding your “out of network” benefits prior to the first appointment.