Please do not hesitate to contact me with any further questions you may have about my experience, services or approach. If you are interested in coming in to learn more about me and determine if I am the right fit for your particular need, please call me at (973) 771-6890 or use this form.
Prior to the appointment please read through and complete the following forms.
The GFE requirement under the No Surprises Act aims to give patients and consumers a clear sense of what upcoming health care services will cost. Please review the PDF below for more information.
Insurance
At the present time, I do not participate on any insurance networks, so if you are interested in using your insurance benefits, you will need to determine the extent of your out-of-network mental health coverage and deductible. I will work with you so that you can submit claims for reimbursement in a timely manner.
Services may be covered in full or in part by your health insurance or employee benefit plan.
Please check your coverage carefully by asking the following questions:
- Do I have mental health benefits?
- What is my deductible and has it been met?
- How many sessions per calendar year does my plan cover?
- How much does my plan cover for an out-of-network provider?
- What is the coverage amount per therapy session?
- Is approval required from my primary care physician?
Payment
Cash and checks are accepted for payment.
Cancellation Policy
It is the responsibility of the patient or responsible party to notify this office 48 hours in advance in the event you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment. A full 24 hours notice is acceptable if you are sick and can provide a physicians note for such illness. Otherwise, I reserve the right to bill you for the missed session. Of course if you are hospitalized, a catastrophic event happens we are willing to discuss this with you. In the event of inclement weather, this office will call you to cancel your appointment. If I do not call you and cancel your appointment, you are expected to be here for your visit. Remember that your session has been scheduled for you and you alone. No other patient can be scheduled or seen during your time slot. Please note that your insurance company does not cover missed appointments. Please understand that any reports, out of the office meetings, or hospital visits will not be covered by your insurance company. You will be responsible for payment of these charges.
What can I expect in a therapy session?
Every therapy session is unique and caters to each individual and their specific goals. During therapy sessions it is standard to talk about the primary issues and concerns in your life. It is common to schedule a series of weekly sessions, where each session lasts 45 minutes. People usually come for weekly sessions in order to build momentum, but if you are in crisis or extreme distress you may come more frequently. Therapy can be short-term, focusing on a specific issue or longer-term, addressing more complex issues or ongoing personal growth. There may be times when you are asked to take certain actions outside of the therapy sessions, such as reading a relevant book, practicing certain skills or keeping records to track certain behaviors.
Between sessions it is important to process what has been discussed and integrate it into your life. For therapy to be most effective you must be an active participant, both during and between the sessions.
