Psychodynamic therapy tends to suit people who are curious about themselves and value talking as a way of understanding. If you are looking for a short-term, primarily skills-based approach, or if active substance use is a central concern, I'm glad to help you find a clinician or program better suited to that work.

To make an appointment, please contact me at (718) 753-3230 or at melissa@mwalkerlcsw.com. When you call or email, please let me know your full name and phone number, which days and times you might be available to meet, and whether you prefer to see me in my office or via telehealth.

My office is located in Manhattan at 412 Sixth Avenue in Greenwich Village. It is near the B/D/F/M, A/C/E, 1/2/3, and L subway lines, as well as the PATH train.

Yes, for people located in New York State, Vermont, or Florida. I also see people in person in Greenwich Village.

Yes.

In most cases, we will meet at least once weekly. In some situations more frequent sessions may be helpful, such as when a greater level of support is needed or when we are addressing especially painful emotional states or deeply embedded patterns. Many people find that more frequent sessions allow for deeper work. Less frequent sessions (e.g., every other week) may be a useful option in certain cases.

The issues we will address in therapy most likely developed over the course of a lifetime, so understanding them and making real change may take time. There is no formula for determining how long a course of therapy will last, but consistency and regularity help.

I am happy to maintain a portion of my practice for those who require a reduced fee. If you would like to discuss this possibility, please let me know prior to setting up your first appointment, as these slots are subject to availability. We'll discuss your situation as it relates to the fee when we meet for our initial consultation.

I am an out-of-network provider and am not a Medicare provider. If your plan includes out-of-network mental health benefits, you may be eligible for partial reimbursement; I provide monthly statements you can submit. Coverage varies widely, so I recommend checking with your insurer.

Therapy works best when sessions are attended regularly and consistently, so it's to your benefit to keep appointments as they are scheduled. If you need to cancel a session, please contact me as soon as possible, and I will make every effort to reschedule your appointment. If you are not able to provide 48 hours' notice of a cancellation, you will be billed for the session. Please note that insurance does not reimburse for missed sessions.