Welcome to True to Life Counseling Psychotherapy services. Your emotional well-being is of highest priority as we embark on this journey of self-awareness and self-discovery. Together, we will be creating balance every step of the way.

Services

Individual Therapy can help people overcome obstacles in their lives and learn skills for handling difficult situations, making healthy decisions, and reaching goals. You can embark on this therapeutic journey to inspire change, become more self-aware and achieve a higher sense of self.

Family therapy can help families improve communication and resolve conflicts. Family sessions can also teach you skills to deepen family connections and get through stressful times. You may address specific issues such as marital or financial problems, conflict between parents and children, or the impact of substance abuse or a mental illness on the entire family.

Couples therapy address relationship and interpersonal conflicts between intimate partners, improve communication and strengthen relationships. Couples therapy can address a wide range of relationship issues, including recurring conflict, feelings of disconnection, an affair, issues related to sex, or difficulties due to external stressors. 

I use a holistic approaches to well-being, helping clients build emotional resilience, self-awareness, and healthier coping skills.

Therapy Approaches Includes:

Person Centered

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Solution Focused Brief Treatment (SFBT)

Trauma Informed

Strength Based

Mindfulness approach

Specialties Includes:

Anxiety

Depression

PTSD/Trauma

Family/Relationships

Grief/Loss

Substance Use Disorders

Social Issues

Online services also include:

Telehealth

Connecting with your therapist online is a great way to get the care you need from the comfort and safety of your own home. Telehealth sessions are completely confidential (HIPPA compliance). Telehealth is done primary online via internet access on your computer, tablet or smartphone and allows you to meet with your therapist without an in-person office visit.

Clinical Supervision

Clinical supervision provides support and ongoing consultation to Social Work students (SIFI), MSW’s, LMSW’s and other mental health professionals by offering oversight and support to become fully licensed to practice. Clinical Supervision helps therapists gain additional insight, sharpen their skills and meet the 3,000 hours required for licensing.  

Availability

Evenings: Monday-Friday 5:00pm to 9:00pm

Saturdays: 9:00am to 1:00pm

Frequently asked questions

Thank you for considering True to Life Counseling Psychotherapy Services as your potential treatment provider. Please review the FAQ's to determine if it is in your best interest to schedule a consultation.

Do I have to live in a certain State to be a client?

Yes, we are licensed to provide services in New York State, therefore clients must be a resident in New York to receive services.

* How much do sessions cost?

Depending on the type of services, full fee can range between $150-$200 for a 1-hour session.

Reduced rates are based on income/financial status and can range from $75-$100.

* Do you take insurance?

No, we are not in network with any insurance carriers currently.  True To Life Counseling Psychotherapy Services only accepts self-pay until further notice. 

* When are sessions available?

Mon-Fri 4:30pm - 9:00pm

Saturday 9:00am - 1:00pm

* Are session in person or online?

True to Life Counseling Psychotherapy Services is a fully Telehealth Private Practice, which means that sessions are held online via a HIPAA compliant video platform.

*What type of sessions are available?

Individual Counseling, Family Counseling, Couples Counseling, Clinical Supervision.

*How often do I need to attend sessions?

It is recommended upon the start of therapy to attend weekly sessions to build a therapeutic rapport and begin working on identified issues sooner. However, many individuals do well with bi-weekly sessions. It also may depend on your schedule, availability, affordability, emotional capacity and other factors. It is recommended not to go for more than three weeks when first beginning therapy.

* What happens if I am experiencing an emergency mental health crisis?

True To Life Counseling Psychotherapy Services does not provide Crisis or Emergency services. If you have an emergency or are in a crisis, you can call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. 

Additional emergency/crisis information includes

Mental Health Crisis Line: 988

Suicide Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255

Domestic violence hotline:

1-800-799-7233 

Get In Touch

If you're interested in working with me, complete the form with a few details about your preferences. l will review your message and get back to you within 48 hours.

I look forward to hearing from you.