What should I expect from therapy?

Therapy begins with an intake process to understand your objectives, assess current symptoms and areas of impairment, and discuss your history. We then collaboratively set goals and create a treatment plan, which typically includes psychoeducation and skill acquisition targeted to your specific needs. Sessions most often occur weekly for 45 minutes. Because therapy is individualized, it has no set time frame — it can be short or long-term depending on your goals, needs, and expectations.

Do you offer sessions virtually or in person?

I currently offer telehealth through a HIPAA-compliant platform. I am licensed in New York and New Jersey and am able to meet with individuals who have permanent residency in either state via telehealth.

Do you prescribe medication?

I do not prescribe medication as a clinical psychologist; however, discussion about medication efficacy and adherence is an integral part of therapy. I collaborate with medication prescribers to work as a team to ensure you are receiving the maximum benefit from your medication.

What is your fee and do you take insurance?

My fee is $325 for a 45-minute session, adjusted for longer or shorter meetings. I am not affiliated with any insurance provider and my services are considered out-of-network. Many insurance providers include out-of-network benefits, and I am happy to provide monthly receipts that you can submit for reimbursement.

What is your cancellation policy?

I understand that life is unpredictable and schedules can change. However, when an appointment is reserved, that time is set aside exclusively for you. Cancellations with less than 24 hours' notice, or missed appointments, are subject to the full session fee.

Anxiety Therapist in New York & New Jersey — CBT for Worry, Panic & Social Anxiety

Moving from overwhelm toward balance and clarity

Understanding Anxiety & Mood Disorders

Anxiety and mood disorders are among the most prevalent mental health conditions worldwide. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, approximately one third of U.S. adolescents and adults will experience an anxiety disorder at some point in their lives. These conditions go far beyond everyday worry or sadness — they can interfere with work performance, relationships, and the ability to engage in daily routines.

Anxiety disorders encompass a range of presentations, including generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and specific phobias. Mood disturbances such as major depressive disorder and persistent depressive disorder involve sustained changes in emotional state that significantly affect quality of life and functioning. These conditions frequently co-occur; research demonstrates substantial overlap in the psychological and biological processes underlying anxiety and depression.

Signs You May Benefit From Treatment

Persistent worry that feels disproportionate or difficult to control
Avoidance of situations, places, or activities due to fear or discomfort
Prolonged sadness, hopelessness, or loss of interest in things you once enjoyed
Difficulty concentrating, sleeping, or completing daily tasks
Physical symptoms such as muscle tension, fatigue, rapid heartbeat, or stomach distress
Irritability, restlessness, or a feeling of being on edge

My Treatment Approach

Treatment at Clark Psychology PLLC is grounded in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a first-line, empirically supported intervention for both anxiety and mood disorders. CBT helps individuals recognize inaccurate or unhelpful patterns of thinking, understand how those patterns influence emotions and behavior, and develop new strategies for responding to difficult situations. The NIMH identifies CBT as a research-supported psychotherapy commonly used to treat anxiety and depressive disorders.

Depending on the individual's presentation, treatment may also incorporate elements of other modalities such as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), which encourages mindful acceptance of difficult thoughts and promotes engagement in meaningful activities. Exposure-based techniques may also be used to help individuals gradually and safely confront situations they have been avoiding. Our goal is to provide a personalized treatment plan that addresses each person's unique pattern of symptoms and life circumstances.

Did you know?

Research shows that CBT is both efficacious and effective across multiple anxiety disorders, and that collaborative treatment models involving CBT produce significantly greater symptom improvement compared to usual care alone.

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