It’s normal to have questions before beginning therapy. Below are answers to some of the most common ones I receive. If you don’t see your question here, feel free to reach out — I’m happy to help.

Should my partner and I come to therapy together, or should I start individually?

If the concerns are primarily about your relationship and both of you are willing to participate, I generally recommend beginning with couples therapy. Working together allows us to understand the negative cycles between you and create new patterns of connection in real time.

If one partner is not ready, or if you need space to process personal trauma, attachment injuries, or the impact of narcissistic or emotionally abusive dynamics, individual therapy (including Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy, or EFIT) can be a powerful and appropriate starting point. Many people later transition into couples work once they feel more grounded.

Is seeking therapy a sign of weakness?

Not at all. Reaching out for support takes courage. Many of the people I work with are high-functioning professionals, parents, and partners who have been carrying a heavy emotional load for a long time — whether from demanding careers, shift work, relationship rupture, or unresolved childhood attachment wounds. Asking for help is a sign of strength and self-awareness.

What’s the difference between talking to a therapist versus a close friend or family member?

Friends and family care about you, but they are not trained to help you explore deeper emotional patterns, attachment injuries, or the lasting effects of betrayal and relational trauma. Therapy offers a confidential, non-judgmental space focused entirely on your growth. You also won’t have to worry about burdening the people closest to you or managing their reactions.

How do you work with people recovering from infidelity or narcissistic/emotionally abusive relationships?

I have extensive experience supporting both couples and individuals through the complex pain of infidelity and emotionally harmful dynamics. For couples, I primarily use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) and elements of the Gottman Method to process the betrayal and rebuild safety and trust when that is the goal.

For individuals, I use Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT) to help process the trauma of the relationship, address deeper attachment wounds (including those that may have begun in childhood), and rebuild a stronger sense of self — whether the decision is to stay, leave, or simply regain clarity and emotional stability.

What is Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)?

Emotionally Focused Therapy is a highly effective, research-based approach for couples. It helps partners understand the negative emotional cycles that keep them stuck, access deeper feelings and attachment needs, and create new moments of safety, trust, and closeness. EFT is one of the most empirically supported forms of couples therapy and is especially helpful for repairing attachment injuries such as infidelity, emotional distance, or recurring conflict.

What is Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT)?

EFIT is the individual application of Emotionally Focused Therapy. It helps you understand and transform the emotional patterns and attachment needs that shape how you experience yourself and your closest relationships. Many of these patterns have roots in earlier experiences, including attachment injuries with parents or caregivers. EFIT creates a safe space to process these deeper layers so they no longer quietly control your adult relationships.

Do you work with LGBTQIA+ clients and relationships?

Yes. I provide affirming, respectful care for LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples. Every relationship deserves a safe space to heal attachment injuries, strengthen emotional bonds, and navigate the unique challenges that can arise.

How long does therapy usually take?

There is no one-size-fits-all timeline. Some couples or individuals experience meaningful relief within a few months, while others working through complex trauma, long-standing attachment injuries, or the aftermath of narcissistic abuse may benefit from longer-term support. We will regularly check in on your goals and progress so the work remains purposeful and collaborative.

Are sessions in person or online?

All sessions are conducted via secure telehealth (video only). I am licensed in New Jersey and Illinois and work exclusively with clients in these states. Telehealth allows for greater flexibility for people balancing demanding careers, shift work, parenting, or travel.

What are your fees and do you take insurance?

Individual therapy is $175 for a 50-minute session. Couples therapy is $200 for a 60-minute session.

I am an out-of-network provider, which means clients pay me directly. I provide superbills that you can submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement. I recommend checking your out-of-network benefits ahead of time.

How do I get started?

The first step is a complimentary 20-minute consultation. This gives us a chance to briefly discuss what you’re looking for and determine whether we are a good fit to work together.