Frequently Asked Questions

Start by clicking the Request an appointment button in the header. From there, you’ll be taken to my electronic medical record page, where you’ll be able to contact me to request a diagnostic assessment. We can discuss what the appropriate next steps might be. These electronic communications are provided free of charge.

My intake assessment will take place over two visits. During the first visit, I will hear your story and begin to formulate a treatment plan. In-between visits I will ask you to fill out some diagnostic instruments. During the second visit, I will give you feedback on what I think may be helpful for you, as well as any official DSM diagnoses that may apply. It is during this visit that we will discuss whether you wish to continue with me for ongoing care. It is perfectly acceptable to be interested in a “consultation only” to determine if any diagnoses apply, and/or what my recommendations for treatment are. However, many patients also choose to continue with me for ongoing care in the form of medications and/or therapy. Please note that the first visit for those under 18 is roughly 75 minutes, the first half with me/parents and the second half with me/child.

Only after the completion of the initial consultation, if we determine mutually that this is a good fit. Our initial contact and consultation does not constitute a doctor-patient relationship.

I am board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) in both adult psychiatry as well as child & adolescent psychiatry. I have a specific interest and expertise in ADHD/executive functioning, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), bipolar disorder, and early psychosis (schizophrenia/schizoaffective disorder). I also have training in treating video game/electronics addiction. All that said, I am very comfortable treating a wide range of psychiatric illnesses and sequelae.

I can see patients up to twice weekly. Any more frequently than this, and you likely need a higher level of care, such as an intensive outpatient program (IOP) or partial hospitalization program (PHP). I am well versed in these programs and will help you find a good match if needed. On the flipside, patient’s must be seen a minimum of quarterly (every 3 months) to remain in my practice. This is medically necessary to ensure adequate monitoring.

I am not paneled with any insurance carrier. I do provide a receipt for services rendered, which would allow you to submit an out-of-network claim to your insurance company for reimbursement. I strongly recommend you speak to your insurance company before initiating treatment if you plan to use out-of-network benefits, as there is tremendous variability as to the amount they will cover for services.

No – there are some conditions for which in-person visits are highly suggested. Those battling frequent suicidality or extremely severe symptoms would be better served with closer monitoring and in-person visits. In addition, young children tend to do much better with in-person visits. I am happy to communicate with you prior to scheduling an intake to help determine if you/your child is a good candidate for telepsychiatry.

Yes – After sending me a note requesting a consultation, if I think we may be a good fit to work together, I will send you our office policies, confidentiality notice, telehealth consent, and surprise billing notice, which will need to be electronically signed prior to our first visit.