Managing boundaries is challenging in the best of circumstances, but in a pandemic the stakes are higher than ever. One the one hand, we are hungry for contact as we feel isolated and afraid. On the other hand, interacting with others holds real risk to physical safety and health. Right now, the human need for relationships is in direct conflict with the need for safety.

Searching for a therapist may be the most challenging part of  therapy. Each part of the process presents obstacles that need to be overcome to proceed: 

Let’s face it, we are all feeling stressed right now. We are living in a time with many unknowns, inequalities, and mixed information. Future planning seems like a luxury from years past. At Therapists of New York, we are helping our patients (and ourselves) by enhancing strategies to reduce stress and improve focus and awareness. 

In the spring, therapists and patients in NYC were abruptly thrust into the world of telehealth. It was one of many adjustments we had to make among so many unknowns around us. After some clunky adjustments (poor wifi connections, frozen screens, scheduling changes, finding private spaces, etc), we made it to the other side. And the other side is…working!

How much will my insurance company reimburse me for therapy? This topic makes most people’s heads spin - for good reason! There is a lot to consider and it can be overwhelming. We made a list of questions to ask your insurance provider so you know the costs before you connect with a therapist. 

You spend months thinking about starting therapy. The search for a therapist is time consuming and unsatisfying. There are false starts and missed connections. Finally, you find a therapist that can work. Reading their profile, you find thoughts and phrases you can relate to, and their approach to therapy speaks to you.

In Network. Out of Network. Copays. Co-Insurance. Out of pocket. Reimbursement. Deductibles.

As therapists we have been doing this for years, and we still get tongue tied. Once you understand the concepts and definitions, you may find you can afford premium healthcare.