Our first session is all about getting comfortable and getting to know one another. We will review how therapy works, discuss what brought you in, and explore your goals at a pace that feels safe and supportive. There is never any pressure to dive into painful details right away.

For children (ages 9 and up) and adolescents, the focus is on building safety, rapport, and trust rather than trying to immediately "fix" everything. We begin with introductions so your child feels comfortable in the space without fear of judgment. Together with parents, we discuss what changes or concerns have emerged, how things are going at home and school, what has already been tried, and what you hope therapy will achieve, forming a gentle collaborative plan.

It is completely normal to feel nervous or not know what to say. You are in control of what you share and when. We move at your pace, and I will guide our conversations with gentle prompts and active listening.

I accept most major insurance plans, including Aetna, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Advantage, United Healthcare Mediciad Advantage, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Oscar (Optum), Oxford (Optum), and United Healthcare (Optum). Please note that Medicaid is not accepted at this time. For more information regarding private-pay and out-of-network options, please visit the insurance and rates page.