There are times when a hive divides, and what was one home becomes two.
In the midst of a divorce, we often must keep going as though nothing has changed, showing up for work and for our children while attorneys, documents, and decisions fill whatever hours remain. There is so much to be done that there is rarely a moment to feel what is actually happening.
And still, an ending of this size asks to be understood as well as managed, so that we may grieve what was, see our own part with honesty and kindness, and begin to imagine who we will be in the life that follows.
My hope is that by meeting in person at my private office in Jersey City, just across the Hudson from Lower Manhattan, or via telehealth video and/or phone sessions whether you live in New York, New Jersey, Washington, Maryland, Virginia, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, or Connecticut, we will find a steady space that is yours alone while so much else is being divided.
Therapy During and After Divorce
I work with adults who are considering divorce, in the middle of one, or rebuilding afterward. Some of what we might explore together:
- Deciding whether to stay or leave
- Grief, anger, and relief, sometimes all at once
- Staying steady through negotiation and litigation
- Parenting through the change
- Identity and social life after a long marriage
- Dating and trust in the next chapter
Do you see couples?
Yes. I see couples, and I have a particular interest in working with interracial couples. Some couples come to find their way back to one another, and others to decide whether to stay or to part with care. You can read more on my interracial couples counseling page.
Will you be involved in my court case?
My role is to support you. I do not perform custody evaluations, serve as an expert witness, or take part in court proceedings.
For Divorce Attorneys
A client who has a place to bring their grief and anger is better able to think clearly, take your counsel, and reach decisions they can live with. I offer confidential individual therapy to adults in the midst of divorce, including those in high-conflict and high-asset matters. My work is strictly therapeutic and separate from the legal process. If you have a client who might benefit, I welcome a conversation.
If you’re interested in scheduling time with me, please reach out directly. I look forward to hearing from you!
Practical Details
Where do we meet?
I see patients in person at my private office in Jersey City, a short trip from Lower Manhattan, and by telehealth video or phone for those in New York, New Jersey, Washington, Maryland, Virginia, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, and Connecticut. Many of my New York patients meet with me by video, and some prefer to come in person.
How do you work?
My approach is psychoanalytically informed, which means we take time to understand the deeper patterns in your life. I also work with the connection between mind and body.
Do you take insurance?
I am an “out of network” provider and do not bill insurance directly. At the end of each month, at your direction, I can provide you with a billing statement that you may be able to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement. These statements must include a diagnosis, which is something we can discuss together. Please contact your insurance company directly if you have any further questions regarding their reimbursement policies.