FAQ
How can I set up a new appointment?
You can request a new appointment here (link), go to the homepage, and fill out the contact form. We offer a free 15-minute call to discuss your concerns and see if we would be a good fit for you.
How much will the therapy cost?
We are happy to discuss the cost of therapy during our initial phone conversation.
Do you accept insurance?
We are not in a network with any commercial insurance carriers. However, we will provide any documentation you need for out-of-network coverage.
Where are you located?
We are in the heart of Herald Square in Manhattan at 286 Fifth Avenue. We’re on the corner of Fifth Avenue between 30th and 31st Streets.
What can I expect to get out of therapy?
The better question is – what do you want out of therapy? What do you hope to get out of therapy? Our goal is to help you achieve your goals.
We will ask many questions during sessions to try to learn about you. Therapy is not about us telling you what you should or should not do. It’s about helping you recognize your choices, exploring them, and making the best decisions for you. Put it this way.
If you and your partner come to therapy, we will not tell you what you’re doing wrong or right. We certainly will not be telling you to stay together or separate. What we will be doing is helping you identify how you could improve your communication, enjoy your time together, and probably even you can start having great sex!
When you come as a couple, we are your and your partner’s therapists. We aim to see that both of you have the best outcome, whatever that means for you.
What types of therapy do you offer?
Dr. Kaplan specializes in individual and couples therapy. She prides herself on being integrative, blending various approaches and methods to ensure your experience is customized to your needs and goals. In addition to her educational experience, she has extensive training in multiple approaches for individuals and couples.
As a Marriage and Family Therapy intern, Mr. Sidi works with individuals and couples. He also has education and training in working with families (parents and children, siblings, extended family, etc.). He aspires to be integrative and uses several different models.
Specifically, Dr. Kaplan and Mr. Sidi have completed Levels 1 and 2 of the Gottman Couples Therapy and use Gottman techniques in their couples’ work. For more information about the approaches and interventions we use, please feel free to contact us.
How long does it take to feel better?
This is a good question and a common one. The answer varies from person to person, couple to couple, family to family.
Suppose you, your partner, or a member of your family has recently started taking medication prescribed by a psychiatrist to alleviate symptoms of depression or anxiety as the medication begins to make an impact. In that case, progressing in therapy with us will likely become more accessible. However, your doctor has likely told you it can take time to find the proper medication or combination and the correct dosage. This does not mean our time together will not make a difference; it is quite the opposite. It just means that once you have found the medication suitable for you, focusing on our work together will be more accessible, and you will likely see more progress.
The other factor is one you have much more control over, and that is the time and effort that you put into therapy. Unfortunately, too many people view psychotherapy the same way they see treatment by a medical doctor – as a passive process in which the doctor administers treatment, and you feel relief.
Psychotherapy works differently. Every session offers something, but you will see the most significant difference soon if you come to sessions regularly, do the work in session, and then continue with the practices we recommend you try outside the therapy room.
Psychotherapy is like taking care of your physical health – with diligence and consistency, you will see the most significant and fastest improvement.
And just like a personal trainer, we will be there every step of the way to help you, guide you, encourage you when you feel down, and cheer you on to all your successes!
How can I know if we are a good match?
It is important to remember that as your therapist, we will not have a personal relationship with you. That said, we must build a rapport with one another. This process is about helping you feel better, so you must understand that we can support you in the way you need.
It is common for therapy to falter when the therapist and client are not good fits for one another. It does not mean that anyone did anything wrong. It just means that, like all human relationships, certain things depend on our intuition and instinct. And even if we are the perfect fit for you, it will still take us time to get to know you and build our relationship.
To smooth the way, we encourage you to schedule a free 15-minute call to speak with us, get to know us a little, and see how you feel.
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