What exactly do you do?
I offer consultations and brief treatment for women, men, and couples looking for help with sex and relationship concerns. I also offer state-of-the-art sex therapy and TeleHealth video sessions for women, men, and couples in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, California, and Texas.
What’s unique about your practice?
Unlike most sex therapists, I’m also an MD—which can be important, since sex problems often involve both the mind and body.
Unlike most sex and relationship therapists, I specialize in brief treatments. We aim to accomplish as much as possible in the minimum number of sessions.
I’m also an experienced TeleHealth provider and can provide expert video assessment and treatment throughout New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, California, and Texas.
Do you accept insurance?
No, I don’t participate with any insurance plans. But you’ll get an insurance-compatible billing statement from me to submit to your insurer for reimbursement.
Where is your office?
170 West End Ave, Suite 1-E, in a residential area between Amsterdam and West End Ave. Here it is on Google Maps
Best access is by either walking east from West End Ave, or by taking the long driveway west from Amsterdam.
What are your office hours?
My first appointment is usually at 9:00 am. I usually work Monday through Thursday, finishing with my last patient around 9:00 pm. I don’t work on the Jewish sabbath.
How long do appointments last?
I usually schedule an hour and a half for a first visit. Subsequent appointments are usually 45 minutes to an hour.
Do you work mostly with individuals or couples?
My day is often split pretty evenly between individuals and couples. I also see many men and women who don’t have partners or are looking for help finding a partner.
What if I already have a therapist?
I often consult with individuals or couples who are in ongoing therapy but need a fresh perspective on sexual matters.
Often the therapist themself makes the referral, because they know a sex therapy consultation can sometimes clarify things and suggest new strategies for helping an individual or couple get “un-stuck.”
Are you an AASECT-certified sex therapist?
Yes. Most good sex therapists are.
What is your therapeutic approach?
Sex and relationship problems are usually complex, so it’s important not to be wedded to a single treatment model. I have experience with a wide variety of approaches.
I favor treatments that are collaborative, results-oriented, and have clear goals. I’m also experienced in providing TeleHealth video treatment as an alternative to in-office visits.
How long does treatment usually take?
That depends. You should come away from a first appointment with a better understanding of your problems—and having learned some specific things you can put into action right away.
Many sex and relationship problems lend themselves to quite brief treatment (1-5 sessions). Others take longer. It’s important to consult with an expert who knows the difference.
What if I don’t live in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, California, or Texas?
If you can manage a quick trip to NYC, I can offer you an “intensive”—where we meet several times within a day or two. Many couples have found this a useful way to get started. Call or text me 917 270 0384 if you’d like to discuss setting up an intensive.
You might also want to check out my book, LOVE WORTH MAKING: How to Have Ridiculously Great Sex in a Long-Lasting Relationship. The book summarizes most of what I’ve learned about sex, relationships, and sex therapy from 30 year of practice, working with over 1,500 individuals and couples. The book contains lots of practical advice that many individuals and couples have found useful, regardless of whether they ever ended up seeing a sex therapist or not.
What do you like most about your work?
I like it when someone leaves my office with a renewed sense of hope. I also enjoy working with patients whom no one else has been able to help or understand.
How can I request an appointment?
Just leave a message on my contact page. Please be sure to leave your phone number, so I can call or text you back.