Unfortunately, we do not. As a boutique practice without the large office staff required to handle insurance billing, we are unable to accept insurance payments.

The average couple usually engages in about 18 sessions, but everyone’s circumstances are unique to them. Factors such as one’s family, childhood, past traumas, personality, etc. can all impact the pace at which a couple progresses through therapy. While good therapy cannot be rushed, as it includes a deep personal transformation, we could meet more frequently or engaging in marathon therapy to expedite the results. Depending on their issues, some couples only need 12-15 sessions. Others require 30 or more (such as when having to treat co-morbidities, such as depression, anxiety, addictions or affairs). What’s nice about the Gottman Method, is that therapy does not drag on indefinitely. It is meant to surgically address the specific issues that need attention and then phase out the therapy.

Sessions are $300 for each 50-minute session. If finances present a hardship, we really try to really work with each couple. This may include utilizing a sliding-scale or paying one’s bill over time if necessary.

We accept Venmo, cash, check, ChasePay, PayPal, and all major credit cards.

Confidentiality is one of the most important components between a client and therapist and is the bedrock to our work. Successful therapy requires a high degree of trust with highly sensitive subject-matter that is usually not discussed anywhere but the therapist’s office. Therapists contract with each couple in an agreement that establishes and clarifies the details of confidentiality, including the use of technology. Particularly in couples work, the therapist serves the couple and not the individuals and therefore, does not keep secrets between partners.

State law and professional ethics require therapists to maintain confidentiality except for the following situations:

• If the therapist has reason to suspect the client is seriously in danger of harming him/herself or has threatened to harm another person.
• Suspected past or present abuse or neglect of children, adults, and elders to the authorities, including Child Protection and law enforcement, based on information provided by the client or collateral sources.
• If a judge were to subpoena a client’s records.

Research has found that the average couple struggles for 6 years before reaching out for help. While having good friends or family to speak to can be helpful, most couples struggle because they lack the fundamental skills needed to communicate and build their intimacy.  That is where a couple’s therapist can be extremely helpful. Instead of trying to navigate it on your own – or with self-help materials – you will have a trained expert that will quickly set you on track for maximum success.

Not at all. Therapists are friendly people and you could choose to say hello, or you can choose to keep walking and no offense is taken. When outside of session, therapists and clients maintain friendly but healthy boundaries.

Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance. Failure to do so may require partial or full payment.