Frequently Asked Questions
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Traditional talk therapy often focuses on exploring the past or processing feelings, which can sometimes inadvertently worsen OCD by turning therapy sessions into another form of rumination or reassurance.
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is an active, evidence-based behavioral therapy specifically designed for OCD and severe anxiety. Together, we identify your specific fear triggers and systematically practice facing them (Exposure) while learning how to resist engaging in compulsions, rituals, or avoidance (Response Prevention). Over time, ERP retrains your brain to tolerate uncertainty and significantly reduces anxiety.
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Yes! In fact, telehealth is often more effective than traditional office visits for OCD and anxiety.
Because intrusive thoughts, compulsions, and anxiety triggers happen in your everyday life—not in a clinical office—virtual therapy allows us to do real-world exposures directly in your home environment. Whether we are confronting household contamination triggers, morning routine compulsions, or specific personal items, telehealth lets us apply evidence-based skills right where your anxiety actually occurs.
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I am a private-pay (cash-pay), out-of-network provider and do not bill insurance directly. Paying out-of-network ensures your care remains completely confidential, without insurance restrictions on session counts, required diagnoses, or treatment methods.
However, many insurance plans offer out-of-network mental health benefits. Upon request, I can provide you with a monthly itemized receipt called a superbill, which you can submit directly to your insurance company for potential reimbursement. Payment is due at the time of service via major credit cards, debit cards, or HSA/FSA cards.
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Getting started is simple. Click the contact link on my website to access my confidential, HIPAA-compliant client portal. Once you submit the brief intake form, I will reach out to schedule a free, 15-minute consultation call. This low-pressure conversation gives us a chance to discuss what you're looking for, answer any questions about ERP or telehealth, and ensure my practice is the right fit before scheduling an initial evaluation.