After graduating from the University of Maryland School of Social Work in Baltimore, I relocated to South Florida. After several years practicing law, I realized I wanted to spend the rest of my career helping others from a behavioral health perspective. After two years treating clients in a chemical dependency hospital, followed by a long-term substance use facility, I served as a behavioral health counselor for several years at a local high school.
In our first session, I will listen to you and aim to understand exactly what is troubling you. I will tell you about myself and we will get to know each other informally. If you are comfortable with me as your therapist, we can proceed with setting a goals for our time together.
I have extensive experience working with adolescents as a full-time school counselor. As a therapist in the substance use field, I worked with clients presenting co-occurring disorders. I have treated clients diagnosed with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and generalized anxiety among others, as they simultaneously worked toward maintaining sobriety.
I enjoy working with those who feel "stuck" or unfulfilled with their life and what they have imagined for themselves. Clients that are severely depressed and/or anxious, as well as adolescents are a large part of my practice. *Note - I provide individual therapy only at this time.
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Cash - $200 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Ambetter Health
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Anthem
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Florida Blue
Florida Blue - Medicare
Golden Rule
GTEB
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Independence Keystone 65 HMO
Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO
Medicare
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Thoughts influence our emotions which in turn, affect behavior. I help clients change unhelpful patterns of thinking and tap into the power to do so. CBT is the mainstay of my practice and I have used this method my entire career.
EMDR
n my practice, I have integrated Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) as a therapeutic method to help clients process past traumatic experiences and deeply rooted negative beliefs. EMDR facilitates the reprocessing of memories by using bilateral stimulation, typically through guided eye movements, which helps the brain reframe and integrate distressing memories. I use this method when clients are stuck in repetitive patterns of emotional or psychological distress. By guiding clients through targeted reprocessing of traumatic memories, EMDR helps reduce the intensity of their emotional responses and allows them to view their past experiences from a healthier perspective. My approach involves a thorough assessment to ensure the client is ready for EMDR, creating a safe and supportive environment, and using the method to unlock healing at a pace that aligns with the client's emotional readiness and comfort. EMDR has proven to be a powerful tool in enhancing resilience and fostering lasting emotional growth in my clients.
6 ratings with written reviews
September 12, 2025
This was my first call with Scott, but I think I'm really going to like him. Very thoughtful and intentional with his responses and questions.
August 4, 2025
Cognitive behavioral therapy is most successful for me when the therapist provides me with "tools for my toolbox", Scott is an active listener in our session, engaged and helpful in identifying the tools I need to be successful.
June 23, 2025
Scott facilitated an efficient and effective intake session.