Therapy for Adults Who Look Like They Have It All Together
SPECIALIZING IN ANXIETY AND TRAUMA IN NEW YORK CITY AND NEW YORK STATE COGNITIVE-BEHAVIORAL THERAPY (CBT), INTERNAL FAMILY SYSTEMS THERAPY (IFS), SOMATIC THERAPY
Anxiety & Trauma Therapy in New York
WHEN YOUR MIND IS ALWAYS ON
Replaying yesterday’s conversations
Hyperfocusing on today’s to-do list
Overthinking tomorrow’s what-ifs
From the outside, your life may look really good. You have a family you care deeply about and a lot to be grateful for. And you know that, but it doesn’t fully translate into how you feel day to day.
You’re managing a lot, and you do it well. You’re used to being the one others rely on. It’s a role you’ve carried for a long time. You try to stay on top of things, your calendar, your lists, to keep everything moving.
Even in moments that are good, it can feel like you’re not quite able to appreciate them. There’s still that tension in your body. The looping thoughts. A feeling of bracing. Like your system doesn’t get the message that it’s safe to settle.
A STEADY WAY FORWARD
If you're feeling stretched thin by the pressure, the overthinking, the self-doubt…
If you’re ready to stop ruminating and start feeling more steady…
If you keep finding yourself in familiar patterns, working hard to feel secure, second-guessing your needs, or feeling alone even when you’re not…
If you want therapy that feels both practical and actually helps things shift…
Our conversations will move at a pace that feels steady, thoughtful, and attuned to you.
We can start here.
I’m Hilary, an Anxiety and Trauma Therapist in New York City
You may feel like you’re living in overdrive, your mind is always on, you’re holding a lot together, and even when things look fine from the outside, it doesn’t always feel that way internally.
I provide Anxiety Therapy and Trauma Therapy for adults in New York City and across New York State. With over 20 years of professional experience, and a background shaped by high-pressure, competitive environments, I understand the drive to keep striving, the mental load, and how “good enough” can feel just out of reach. As a parent, I understand the constant attunement to others and the pressure to get it all right. I bring a steady, thoughtful approach that helps you slow things down and begin to shift patterns that feel stuck.
Over time, something begins to shift. You start to:
feel more steady in your body and less pulled by racing thoughts
understand your patterns without getting stuck in them
respond to yourself with more clarity and self-trust
feel more connected to your needs and what matters to you
My work integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Somatic Therapy so change happens both in how you think, act and how you feel in your body.
If you’re curious about working together, we can start with a consultation, a simple way to talk through what’s been going on and begin a conversation about next steps.
You deserve a space that feels steady, thoughtful, and attuned to you.
LEARN ABOUT MY SPECIALTIES
More ease. More clarity.
More trust in yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions about Therapy In NYC
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Reach out to me through email, text, phone or the contact form to schedule your free 15-minute consultation to learn more about therapy with me, ask questions and see if we are a good fit.
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Our first session is a chance to get to know each other. We will discuss what brings you to therapy, what you’re hoping for, and together, we’ll set goals for our work.
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It depends on your goals. Some clients come in with a specific focus and feel satisfied in a few months; others stay longer for deeper exploration and ongoing support.
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My style is collaborative, supportive, and practical. I blend somatic and cognitive strategies to help you tune into your needs, set boundaries, reduce stress, and feel more grounded and confident.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based approach that focuses on how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are connected. Instead of only exploring why you feel the way you do, CBT helps you identify patterns that are keeping you stuck and learn practical ways to shift them.
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Item descriptionInternal Family Systems (IFS) therapy is a gentle, evidence-based approach that helps you understand and heal the different “parts” of yourself, such as the inner critic, the caretaker, or the anxious protector, that develop in response to life’s challenges. Rather than trying to get rid of these parts, IFS therapy helps you relate to them with curiosity and compassion, creating more balance, clarity, and self-leadership. This process supports deep healing from within and fosters greater emotional freedom and self-acceptance.
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Somatic therapy is an approach that focuses on how your body holds and responds to stress, past experiences, and relational patterns. Instead of working only with thoughts, it helps you notice what’s happening physically, like tension, bracing, or reactivity, and gently shift those patterns over time.
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Yes. All sessions are held via secure video platform, accessible to clients anywhere in New York State.
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Rates are $350/initial evaluation and $325/45 minute session.
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I am in-network with UMR Top Tier for Mt. Sinai employees and their families. Many people have out-of-network benefits and can be reimbursed for psychotherapy services by as much as 40-100%, depending on the plan. Call your insurer’s Member Services number and ask:
Do I have out-of-network mental health benefits for telehealth?
If so, what portion of the fee will insurance reimburse?
How many sessions will be covered per calendar year?
Do I have an out of network deductible? If yes, how much of it has already been met?
Is there a co-payment?
What is the max allowable reimbursement rate for the following codes: 90791, 90837, 90834? (add “-95” to indicate telehealth)
HSA/FSA funds may be an option for payment as well. Clients are always responsible for payment at the time of visit.
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Payment is accepted in the form of credit card (which includes FSA or HSA cards) which is billed directly before each session.
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If you need to cancel or reschedule, please let me know at least 48 business hours in advance of your appointment time. I am happy to reschedule a missed appointment within the same week if we can find a time that works for both of us. If we are unable to reschedule a missed appointment and you have provided less than 48 business hours notice, you will be responsible for the full appointment fee.
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Absolutely! Confidentiality is crucial in our work together. What you share in our sessions stays private, with a few legal exceptions for safety. We’ll go over this in more detail during our first meeting.
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Under the federal law called the No Surprises Act clients are entitled to to a Good Faith Estimate (GFE). This is a document that provides you with an estimate of the expected costs associated with your therapy services. This estimate is designed to help you make informed decisions about your mental health care and to understand the financial aspects before beginning treatment.