Creating more resilient
& peaceful families through change-oriented couples therapy.

I primarily practice Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFCT), an empirically based approach designed to help couples develop a shared emotional language in which deeper emotions are accessed, regulated, and effectively expressed to one another. A substantial body of research supports the effectiveness of EFCT across many types of couples and the stability of positive change in relationships.

In addition, I draw upon my training as a family systems clinician and a trauma-informed therapist when needed, as well as apply my cognitive behavioral background to reinforce positive communication strategies.

EFT is considered a short-term therapy that typically takes between 12 to 20 sessions to move a couple through the three-stage process (stages flow from de-escalation of conflict to restructuring of the emotional bond to consolidating new patterns of intimate connection.)

However, the length of treatment is a collaborative process and is determined by many factors (e.g., the chronicity and level of distress, co-occurring conditions, past traumatic experiences, and history of any treatment.)  Couples often need longer than 20 sessions to achieve their goals, and we will discuss this and consider your specific treatment needs.

After the initial four sessions of assessment, I customize a treatment plan with each couple specific to their needs and goals. At the beginning of treatment, I recommend meeting weekly with couples so they can build momentum and benefit from regular continuity of the work. Once couples are closer to achieving their goals, we will discuss reducing the frequency of sessions as appropriate. I typically meet with couples weekly for 60-minute sessions; however, some couples opt to do longer sessions of 75 - 90 minutes to cover more ground.

I do not work directly with insurance companies, but many plans allow for you to select an out-of-network provider and will provide some reimbursement. While you will be responsible for payment weekly or monthly, I will actively work with you to help you obtain the maximum out-of-network benefits from your insurance. Policies vary significantly, and I recommend checking with your insurance company to determine the extent of your out-of-network mental health (or "behavioral health") benefits.

My fees are as follows (some prices are location dependent):

• 75-minute couples sessions: $350 USD.

• 60-minute couples sessions: $275-300.00 USD.

• 50-minute individual sessions: $250-275.00 USD.

 Payment is expected at the time of service. I accept checks, debit/credit, and FHSA cards, as well as a secure payment portal for clients meeting with me online.

Reduced fee services may be available to accommodate clients with extenuating financial limitations.

I readjust my fees annually to reflect cost of living increases.

You are entitled to a Good Faith Estimate. Read more about that here.

Depending on the situation, we may meet online or in person at my office in Lower Merion, PA. Telehealth visits will be conducted over Zoom using a secure link that I will set up for you before our meetings. I recommend that couples meet in a private and comfortable place for their Zoom calls to minimize distractions.

This often depends on the moment! Even if an immediate opening is not available, I usually have anticipated availability within 1-2 months. I will let you know this information in our initial contact.