What is Online Psychotherapy?
Online psychotherapy is traditional cognitive behavioral psychotherapy conducted online via video conferencing.
What do I need?
A webcam and a high speed internet connection such as dsl or cable.
Is this different from traditional psychotherapy? At first I would like to say no. However, my experience is showing that it can actually be better. Yes, this is traditional counseling and my modality is cognitive-behaviorally based. But I am seeing benefits from this process that were unexpected. When therapy can be convenient, easy and comfortable, as online psychotherapy is, it removes some of the barriers to effective work. Therapy can be hard work...getting there doesn't have to be.
What about security?
Sessions are conducted over a secure line. Privacy and confidentiality is paramount in this process.
Are you licensed?
Yes. I am licensed as a LCSW in the state of New York, the states highest level of licensure. I have over 15 years experience as a therapist. I am a member of the National Association of Social Workers and I am fully insured.
Pricing?
In my office in New York, I charge $150 per session. However, as online therapy reduces my costs, I am to lower the fee to $100 per session. This fee is paid online at the time of service via PayPal. You can use your credit card or checking account. At this time I am not working with any insurance companies but I am able to provide an invoice of services for you to submit to your insurance company for possible access of out of network benefits.
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