What kinds of issues do you help people with? 

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As a psychoanalyst, I work with patients who want to explore the deeper roots of their struggles and create lasting change. My practice is diverse, and I frequently work with people facing challenges such as relational trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and difficulties in relationships. I also have experience helping individuals with personality vulnerabilities, including borderline personality disorder and related patterns, as well as those navigating dissociation, grief, life transitions, and family conflict. Many of my patients are members of the LGBTQ+ community, and I provide a supportive space for exploring issues related to sexuality, sexual orientation, and identity.

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What is relational psychoanalysis, and how is it different from traditional therapy? 

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Relational psychoanalysis is a depth-oriented approach that focuses on how your earliest and current relationships shape the way you feel, think, and connect with others. Instead of simply managing symptoms, it looks beneath the surface to uncover the emotional patterns that keep repeating in your life.

 

What makes relational psychoanalysis different from many forms of traditional therapy is its emphasis on the therapeutic relationship itself. The connection between you and your therapist becomes a safe space where these patterns naturally show up. By exploring them together, you gain insight into how you relate to others and begin to develop new, healthier ways of experiencing yourself and your relationships.

 

This approach is especially helpful for people who have experienced relational trauma, personality struggles, or ongoing difficulties in love, work, and self-esteem, and for those seeking more than short-term coping skills.

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How does art therapy work, and do I need to be artistic?

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No artistic skill is required. Art therapy uses creative expression as a way to explore thoughts and emotions that may be difficult to put into words. It can be especially helpful for children, teens, and adults who want to deepen their self-understanding.

 

Do you offer virtual therapy sessions? 

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Yes! I am able to meet patients anywhere in New York or Florida for virtual sessions from the comfort of their homes or another private location. 

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Do you take insurance, and what is out-of-network reimbursement? 

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As a specialist, I am an out-of-network provider, which is common for psychoanalysts and clinicians with advanced training. This means that I do not bill insurance companies directly. Patients pay me at the time of service, and I provide a detailed receipt (called a “superbill”) that you can submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement, depending on your out-of-network benefits.

 

Many patients find that working with an out-of-network provider has important advantages. Because treatment is not managed by insurance, your care remains fully private, without outside review of session notes or limitations on the length of therapy. It also allows us to work at a pace that supports deeper, more lasting change rather than focusing only on short-term goals.

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How long will therapy last?

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It’s natural to wonder how long therapy might take, especially if you’re feeling anxious about starting. I approach therapy without a set timeline or pressure to end before you’re ready. Some people work with me for a shorter period to focus on a specific challenge, while others choose to continue longer to explore deeper patterns and make lasting changes. We’ll talk openly about what feels right for you, and the decision to continue or to end is always a shared, ongoing conversation. My goal is to create a space where you feel supported whether you need months, years, or simply the reassurance that you can take therapy at your own pace.