How do I make an appointment?

You can call the office directly at 212 461 2270.

What can I expect after the appointment is scheduled?

If you have insurance, a representative of the office will contact you prior to your appointment to verify benefits.

If you do not have insurance, please call office to discuss fee schedule. An itemized bill will be provided for you to submit
to your insurance company for out-of-network reimbursement.

How long are the sessions?

The initial encounter will last approximately 45-50 minutes. All follow up appointments will be approximately 20-25 minutes.

How are services provided?

Services are provided via In-office meetings, and telephone sessions. The initial encounter and all crisis visits must be
done in person.

How often will I have to be seen for follow- up?

After the initiation of treatment, follow-up appointment are scheduled on an “as needed” basis. A general rule is monthly in-office visits. For long-term maintenance, longer periods may be warranted. Please note that for some medications, monthly in-office visits are mandatory.

What happens if I cannot attend the scheduled appointment and it is past the 24 notice period?

There is a $125 fee for missed appointments and cancellations within 24hrs. A representative of the office will contact you and try to reschedule the appointment within that day to prevent you from being charged the fee. Complete payment of all balances are expected the day of the appointment.

Do I have to stop seeing my current therapist?

No, do not stop seeing your current therapist. In fact, stopping therapy is strongly discouraged.

What do I do if there is an emergency?

During office hours, please call the office at  212 461 2270. Please DO NOT send an email to the office for emergency assistance.

On nights, weekends, and holidays, the best option is to go to an urgent care clinic or to your nearest emergency room.
Another option, is to call 1-800- LIFENET for 24hr clinical assistance. LIFENET is a free service provided by New York State and
I highly recommend it if you are uncertain what to do.