FAQs

  • Internal Family Systems was created by Richard C. Schwartz in the late 1980’s. It has expanded all over the world since. In 2015, it was deemed an evidence based practice. This means there is statistical data to prove this method is effective for mental health treatment. The following links provide more information, so explore and learn!

    What is Self?

    Wiki Definition

    No Bad Parts Book Review

    Evidence Based Practice

  • Therapy is not a fast fix for your mental health struggles, but it can give relief pretty quickly. Therapy can last from a few sessions, to years of meeting consistently. It’s totally up to you!

  • I use Simple Practice to keep all of your information confidential. You may access your therapy notes and billing from your client portal as well. Simple Practice is a HIPAA compliant platform.

  • If you have an emergency, please call 911.

    NYS residence can also call 211 for mental health services. You can also follow this link:

    Helplines

  • I do complimentary billing for all clients. If you have Excellus insurance, and would like to use your out of network benefits, I will submit your claim free of charge, and you will be reimbursed by Excellus. I do charge for the session fee the week of the session. I use Simple Practice and Headway for billing purposes. Both are HIPAA compliant.