Questions About Therapy


What is Therapy and do I even need it?

Therapy is a private space where your child, tween, or teen can come to process their trauma and learn new coping skills to get to where they need and want to be in life. Sure, they can talk to family and friends or maybe watch some self-help videos, but the unique therapeutic relationship that is formed in therapy helps to create change and healing - that lets face it, is not always easy.

To be honest, I think we all need therapy - kinda like we all need to go to the doctors (but that’s a different discussion). Choosing to come to therapy is a personal choice and it needs to be the right timing for you and your family. If you are experiencing ongoing difficulties due to a traumatic event, it may be time to discuss entering therapy with your family.


Sure, but how will it help?

By providing a safe and non-judgmental space for your child, tween, or, teen to process their trauma and learn new skills, they can slow down and take back control of the emotional rollercoaster they are on. As their parent, you will learn strategies to help you cope with their emotional rollercoaster as well as tools to help you connect with them and manage their behavior. Learn more about my services.


Cool, but how do I know you can help me?

Well, if you read the “About Alyssa” section, you know I am a magical unicorn and magical unicorns are naturally helpful.

I am committed to providing the best care I can and actively seek out training to stay updated on trauma research and evidenced based practices. I also understand that your child is a unique individual and I will always use my creativity to tailor my work to best enhance your child’s strengths.


Awkward question, but what about fees & payment?

  • My fee is $200.00 per 50 min session. Sliding scale available.

  • If your financial situation changes during the course of therapy, we can discuss options in order for your child to remain in therapy.

  • I accept all major credit cards & payment is due at the time service.

  • I accept the following insurances:

    • Aetna

    • United Healthcare

    • Oxford

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Please check here to see if I accept your insurance.

  • For all other insurances, you may have out-of-network benefits, which means that insurance will reimburse you for a portion of our session cost!

    • I have partnered with Thrizer to handle the out-of-network process automatically for you. With Thrizer, you will only have to pay your co-insurance for our sessions, instead of paying my full fee and waiting for reimbursements. This can save you on average 70% upfront on our sessions.

    • During our intake process, I can help you verify if you have out-of-network benefits and how much your co-insurance would be.

  • If you are private pay, you have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises

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