FaQs about EMDR Therapy in Connecticut

The best indicator is whether what you're reading on this site feels like it was written for you. The people I work best with have done alot work on themselves already. They understand their patterns intellectually but are still feeling the effects of them. They're not looking for someone to hand them a list of coping skills. They're ready to go deeper.

If that resonates, a consultation call is a low-pressure way to find out. We talk for about 25 minutes, you share what's bringing you in, and we get a sense of whether this approach feels like the right fit. No commitment required.

You share a bit about what's been going on and what you're hoping for. I share a little about how I work. We both get a sense of whether there's a fit. If it feels right, we'll talk about next steps. If it doesn't, I'll do my best to point you the a direction of a trusted colleague that might be more helpful.

We start with a 90-minute intake session. This is where we go deeper. We'll explore your history, your patterns, what you've already tried, and what you're hoping shifts. By the end, we'll have a clearer picture of the work ahead and we'll start mapping out a format that makes sense for your life and your goals.

Readiness is less about a perfect moment to start and more about exploring your capacity. We will explore your readiness together and meet you where you are at. When we do EMDR we don’t jump right into working on old experiences that are keeping you stuck. We have some time to plan/prepare and make sure you are ready in mind and in body.

Some helpful considerations:

• You feel stable enough in your current life (even if you still feel anxious or overwhelmed at times).

• You’re able to notice your emotions without feeling completely flooded by them.

• You have some coping tools that help you steady yourself when things feel intense.

• You’re motivated to work on specific memories, patterns, or triggers that feel stuck.

• You’re curious about deeper change, not just insight.

If you’re unsure, that’s completely okay. A consultation call can help clarify whether EMDR feels like the right next step for you right now.

This is one of the most common questions I get, and the short answer is no. EMDR is extraordinarily effective for what I often call the quieter wounds: the slow accumulation of messages that told you your needs didn't matter, the enmeshed family dynamics, the chronic stress of always being the responsible one. You don't need a single defining event. You need experiences that are still shaping how you move through the world today. We work together to identify and understand what those experiences may be.

That's completely okay! We can start with regular weekly therapy sessions to build safety, connection and prepare for deeper work. Weekly therapy and longer therapy sessions both have their time and place, we explore which format meets you where you are at,

I offer flexible formats because I believe the structure of therapy should fit the work, not the other way around. Options include:

Initial consultation. 25 minutes | No charge. We talk through what's bringing you in, what you've already tried, and whether this approach resonates. No pressure, no commitment.

Intake session. 90 minutes | $300. We explore your history, your patterns, and what you're hoping shifts. This is where we start mapping the work and decide together what format makes sense to begin.

Weekly session. 60 minutes | $200. Consistency, safety-building, and week-to-week integration.

Extended session. 120 minutes | $500. For when you're ready to stay with something longer than a standard hour allows.

Intensive session. 180 minutes | $750. For making significant headway on a specific pattern or stuck place. The most runway for your nervous system to process and settle.

We'll decide together what format makes the most sense after the intake. And as the work evolves, the format can too.

I am primarily a private pay, out-of-network provider. I'm happy to provide you with a superbill for potential reimbursement from your insurance company for regular sessions if you have out-of-network benefits.
I do accept Cigna insurance for standard 55-minute therapy sessions.

This is a thoughtful question, and I’m glad people ask it.

Insurance can make therapy more accessible, and I am currently in-network with Cigna. At the same time, many insurance companies place restrictions on how therapy is delivered. They often require a formal diagnosis, limit session structure, and determine what types of services are covered.

Over time, I realized that working fully within those constraints didn’t support the kind of depth and flexibility I value in therapy.

I keep my practice intentionally small. I offer longer sessions and EMDR intensives. On days I’m doing intensive work, I’m not also seeing a full schedule of other clients. This allows me to bring focused attention, preparation, and clinical energy to each person I work with.

For many therapists, sustaining a fully insurance-based model requires seeing 30 or more clients per week. For me, that volume does not support deeper work.

Stepping away from most insurance panels allows me to maintain a sustainable practice and show up fully present.

If using insurance is important to you, that matters. I’m transparent about what I offer so you can decide what feels aligned with your needs and circumstances.

There isn’t one right way. The goal is for you to choose the support that fits you best.

I do both telehealth and in person therapy. My office is in New Britain directly across the street from the Museum of American Art.

I recommend that EMDR intensive therapy sessions are done in person to maximize benefit.

While traditional talk therapy helps you understand your experiences, EMDR works directly with your nervous system to help your brain and body release stuck trauma responses. This often provides faster, more lasting relief from triggers and intrusive thoughts.