Do you accept insurance?

I’m currently out of network with insurance. I can provide you with a superbill, which enables therapy services to be covered partially or in full. This would mean that you’ll be responsible for payment at the time of your appointment, and depending on your benefits, would receive reimbursement after. Please call your insurance company first to determine your out-of-network coverage.

Questions to ask your insurance company:

• What are my mental health benefits?

• Does my insurance company cover art therapy?

• Do I have a deductible? If so, how much is it, and have I reached it?

• How and where do I submit superbills?

How does art therapy work?

Art therapy focuses on using art materials and creative modalities to express our thoughts, feelings, and experiences. We are working with our unconscious and creating more conscious awareness through the process of creating and processing what we make. Through externalizing and giving shape and form to what was previously held within us, we begin to form new insight and awareness, which leads to growth and development. Research shows us that making art is also a naturally calming experience, so many people enjoy the benefits of feeling relaxed during their sessions, which can enhance the therapeutic process.

What is a typical art therapy session like?

Art therapy sessions are 50-minutes long and typically include a brief opening exercise, a specific creative prompt or project, a discussion, and a closing exercise. Art therapy sessions are highly individualized, so the structure and approach may look slightly different for each person. I often incorporate a variety of creative approaches in sessions such as journaling, mindfulness meditation, or play.

What if I don’t have any experience making art?

No prior experience making art is needed - all you need is curiosity and an open mind! In art therapy, we focus on the process - what materials are used, how they are used, and the feelings that come up while creating - not the product. This is why you won’t need any art skills or training to benefit from art therapy!

How do I know if art therapy is for me or my child?

Art therapy is a specialized form of therapy that combines traditional talk therapy approaches with the creative process. Art therapy is an excellent form of therapy for children, whose natural language is art and play. They do not yet possess the verbal sophistication to tell us how they feel with words, so using hands-on, embodied processes align with their developmental stage. Teens are often open to therapy that invites creative self-expression and collaboration. Adults often tell me how art therapy has helped them to find new insight and feel calmer and more confident.

How long do you work with clients?

My practice is rooted in a psychodynamic approach where clients and I can really “dig deep” into what’s going on. The course of therapy looks different for all of my clients. My clients are motivated to put in the effort and time it will take to learn, grow, and heal. This may be several months to years; there’s no right or wrong duration. We regularly check-in and review progress to help us continuously assess this question.

Where are you located?

I provide art therapy in Montclair, NJ.

Do you offer virtual sessions?

I offer virtual art therapy sessions for clients in New York and New Jersey. I’m licensed in both states.

Is a sliding scale available?

Yes! I maintain a limited number of sliding scale spots in my schedule. Please reach out if you are interested in current availability.

Do you provide clinical supervision for art therapists?

Yes, I hold an ATCS which means I am able to offer clinical supervision to art therapists who are pursuing their credentials.