Frequently asked questions

I welcome NYSHIP Empire Plan members as an out-of-network provider. I am not an in-network Empire Plan provider, but many members have out-of-network behavioral health benefits that can reimburse part of the cost of therapy. My practice can help you verify those benefits and submit claims.

It means I don't have a contract with your insurance plan. You pay for sessions, and claims are submitted to your plan, which may reimburse you a portion based on your out-of-network benefits.

Many Empire Plan members can, but coverage for telehealth depends on your specific plan. We can help you check your benefits before you begin.

Yes. Through a professional billing service, my practice can submit out-of-network claims on your behalf, so you don't have to manage the paperwork yourself.

The session fee is $200 per session, and sliding scale options may be available based on financial need. You'll receive clear information about your fee and your financial responsibilities before starting. What you ultimately pay after reimbursement depends on your deductible, coinsurance, and plan limits, so I can't promise a specific amount — but we'll help you understand your likely costs.

Many plans require that your out-of-network deductible be met before reimbursement begins. Benefit verification can clarify where you stand.

Sessions are typically [45–53] minutes, usually scheduled weekly. [Confirm session length.]

Yes. A brief, free phone or video consultation lets us talk about what you're looking for and whether working together feels like a good fit — with no obligation.

Yes. As a New York State LCSW, I can see adults who are physically located in New York during sessions, from Long Island to Buffalo and everywhere in between.