FAQs: Art Therapy, Somatic Psychotherapy, Fees & Insurance

What are the benefits of art therapy?
  • Art can express what cannot be put into words.
  • The process can help make unconscious material conscious.
  • Making art can help with emotional self-regulation.
  • Your artwork may reveal to you themes or patterns in your life.
  • Art can help with processing trauma that has been encoded in implicit, sensory memories that are less accessible through language.
  • You may gain a new perspective from reflecting on your artwork.
  • Using art materials is a sensory experience that engages the whole body.
  • Making art can be relaxing, pleasurable and fun!

What are the benefits of somatic (body-centered) psychotherapy?
  • Feel more grounded, present and at home in your body.
  • Increased ability to listen to and trust your body.
  • Practice sensing and setting boundaries.
  • Help to alleviate the stress from traumatic memories
  • Strengthen your ability to self-regulate and stay present with strong emotions
  • Release areas of holding in the body and experience a greater flow of energy and aliveness.
  • Practice embodied mindfulness.

Do you accept insurance?
As a NY State licensed creative arts therapist (LCAT), I provide clients with third-party reimbursable documentation. Contact your insurance company to verify the coverage they will provide. (it is your responsibility to determine your particular coverage).

Questions you may ask your provider:
  1. Do I have out of network mental health coverage? 
  2. Do I have a separate yearly deductible for mental health or is it included in my medical deductible?
  3. Do I have coverage to see a New York State Licensed Creative Arts Therapist who is out of network?
  4. What is my deductible?
  5. How many sessions per year am I eligible for with coverage?
  6. What is the cap in the amount of money expended per year

What are your fees?
I offer a complimentary 15 minute phone consultation.

My fee is $225 for a 50-minute session. 

I accept cash, checks, credit cards and Zelle.​

What is your cancellation policy?
I have a 24-hour cancellation policy. Please note that insurance providers will not reimburse for missed or cancelled sessions.
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Where is your office located?
139 Fulton Street, NY, NY 10038
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​646 753-0754