Starting Psychotherapy
Beginning therapy is a significant decision.
If you are considering scheduling a consultation, this page outlines how consultations and ongoing work are structured so you can determine whether it feels aligned.
The Initial Consultation
I offer a complimentary 30-minute phone consultation for women considering individual psychotherapy.
This conversation is an opportunity to:
Briefly discuss what you’re navigating
Ask questions about how I work
Determine whether this approach feels like the right fit
The consultation is not a therapy session. It is a focused conversation to assess whether working together makes sense.
Ongoing Work
If we decide to move forward, we start with a 60-75 minute initial session. After our initial session, follow-up sessions are typically scheduled weekly for 50 minutes.
This is depth-oriented, trauma-informed psychotherapy. It is not short-term coaching, crisis stabilization, or solution-focused treatment designed solely to reduce symptoms quickly.
The work addresses underlying patterns contributing to anxiety, relational distress, identity shifts, and emotional activation. Meaningful change takes time, consistency, and a willingness to engage with the deeper patterns your system developed to seek safety.
Sessions are conducted via secure video for clients located in New York, New Jersey, or Florida at the time of session.
Fees & Structure
Initial consultation: Complimentary (30 minutes)
First session: $360 (60-75 minutes)
Ongoing sessions: $300 (50 minutes)
Extended sessions (up to 2 hours) are available when clinically appropriate. Fees are prorated based on $360 per hour.
A structured 10-hour psychotherapy intensive is also available for those seeking a more concentrated format. The fee is $3,750.
This is a private-pay practice. I do not participate in insurance networks.
If you have out-of-network benefits, I can provide a monthly superbill for potential reimbursement.
Who This Work Is Well-Suited For
This approach is best suited for women who:
Commit to weekly, ongoing therapy
Understand that depth work requires time and reflection
Are comfortable with private-pay psychotherapy, with session fees ranging from $300–$360
Want to understand and address underlying patterns, not only manage immediate symptoms
Many of the women I work with are high-achieving, conscientious, and managing complex professional and personal demands while feeling internally unsettled or activated.
When This May Not Be the Right Fit
This practice may not be the right fit if you are seeking:
Crisis stabilization or emergency-level care
Court-mandated therapy
Active substance use or eating disorder treatment
Psychiatric conditions that may be better supported through in-person or higher-level care than this telehealth practice provides.
Couples therapy
Insurance-based, short-term treatment models
If you are unsure, the consultation can help clarify next steps and ensure you are connected with appropriate support.
If You’d Like to Move Forward
If you would like to schedule a consultation, you can select a time using the calendar below.
Before confirming your appointment, you’ll be asked to complete a few brief questions. These help me understand what you’re seeking and ensure this work is likely to be an appropriate fit.
The consultation is a 30-minute phone conversation. After scheduling, you’ll receive a confirmation email with the details.
If you don’t see a time that works with your schedule, you’re welcome to email me at carol@carolcovelli.com, and we can explore alternative availability.