Frequently Asked Questions
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I am a psychiatrist, medically trained to diagnose and treat mental health conditions. My expertise is medication management. However, I do provide talk therapy to all my clients, while managing their medication regimen.
The frequency and length of therapy sessions will depend on individual need, ranging from 30 to 60-minute sessions, based on mutual availability.
If you are interested in exclusively talk therapy without medication management, I recommend you look for a clinician licensed to provide psychotherapy (LMHC, LCSW, LMFT, PsyD, PhD etc.).
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Yes, I offer in-person appointments Monday through Thursday in my Boca Raton office. Fridays are exclusively virtual. I strongly recommend attending your initial evaluation in-person, as tele-mental health laws are subject to change. For ADHD evaluations, the initial consultation must be in-person.
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I have an eclectic approach, drawing from multiple psychotherapeutic modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, to name a few.
It is not uncommon to have a talk therapist you may see weekly, in addition to the support I provide. I may recommend you having a therapist, especially if you require more therapeutic support than my limited availability can allow.
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My aim is to provide a well-rounded treatment experience, in conjunction with medication management. If you are already working with a therapist, my supportive style is intended to complement—not repeat—the skills you acquire through your therapist.
In our sessions, you take the lead, and I allow the process to freely flow where it is called. While you and your therapist may engage in a more structured weekly program, I will work with you to process and integrate the issues you wish to heal, whenever they arise into your awareness.
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I work with adults, who are 18 and older.
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Yes, I take insurance for patients who are Florida residents. I accept Aetna, Optum, Oscar, United Healthcare, Cigna, and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We will attempt to verify if you are in-network at the time you schedule your initial consultation over the phone. Please be prepared with your insurance information.
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Please contact my office for my self-pay rates.
On a case-by-case basis, I may offer sliding scale rates or alternative payment plans. Keep in mind, this option may be limited by your income level.
If your insurance plan allows, I can provide you with a “superbill” for you to submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement. The amount reimbursed depends on your specific insurance plan's coverage.
I also offer a few sliding scale opportunities. If you require a sliding scale fee, please contact my office to submit proof of income and discuss rates.