Experience Change with
Lisa M. Fragola, LMFT
“Have patience with all things, but first with yourself. Never confuse your mistakes with your value as a human being. You’re a perfectly valuable, creative, worthwhile person simply because you exist. And no amount of triumphs or tribulations can ever change that. Unconditional self-acceptance is the core of a peaceful mind.” –
St. Francis de Sales
A Bit About Therapy
Meeting you where you're at.
Most of my clients have never been in therapy before. And for some, the mere thought of beginning therapy can be intimidating or overwhelming, often deterring individuals from taking the next step. To anyone with these feelings, you should know that therapy can be an opportunity to be heard and understood.
My work centers on creating a non-judgemental space for me to meet clients wherever they are in life. While every therapeutic relationship has unique challenges, all of mine include the presence of empathy, compassion, and understanding. My approach to therapy is "collaborative", meaning that, as therapist and client, we work together as partners to gain an understanding of your biggest challenges, while setting long and short term goals for your time in therapy.
I'd love to speak with you and work with you on your goals for therapy.
Your well-being is my ultimate concern. Since 2010, I have provided patients in the Tuckahoe area a wide range of psychological and counseling services to suit their needs. Whether you’re an individual, a couple or a family looking for help - my therapy sessions are designed to strengthen your confidence, and assist you in the healing process. Take a look at the services I offer, and get in touch with me today.
Child & Adolescent Therapy
$150.00 per 35-50 minute session
The transition from parenting a child to parenting an adolescent can be a very challenging time for parents. This shift can cause a strain on your relationship and tension in the home. You may feel like you’re losing touch and don’t know how to relate to your child anymore. You may worry about your adolescent’s ability to manage the stressors of school, friendships, family and not to mention external stressors that may be present like divorce, siblings conflict and physical development. It seems impossible to be equipped to support their growth. Imagine being able to connect with your adolescent and not worrying about how they relate with their peers. What if your adolescent had the tools and coping skills they need to manage one of the most challenging periods of their life and you were keyed in on how to help. It’s all possible and I can help you get there.
Couples Therapy
$200.00 per 60 minute session
New or ongoing relational tensions can be discouraging and frustrating. You're left feeling lost and relationally disconnected. You may feel unsure of how to communicate your needs to your partner without shutting them down. Recent changes or burdens in your relationship have driven a wedge between you. Perhaps the transition from being one to now being two is not what you imagined or hoped for; between family of origin struggles and discovering your new identity, you need a safe place to process it all. Even if your relationship has been rocked by infidelity, therapy can still help. Beginning the journey to wholeness begins with you taking this important step. Most couples report increased satisfaction in their relationship within the first couple of sessions.
Individual Therapy
$165.00 per 50 minute session
Everyone experiences personal trials at one time or another. Perhaps the thought of disappointing others brings on feelings of anxiety and you say "yes" to more than you want leaving you overwhelmed. You know you need boundaries but you're unsure where to start or how to set them. You may feel stuck in the mundane or simply may not know how to create and keep satisfying relationships. Many of my clients feel success in their professional lives but not in their personal lives. If you experience any of these or other struggles, I can help you utilize your strengths to overcome hurdles, while creating and maintaining satisfying and healthy relationships.
Contact Me
I love helping my clients develop the tools they need to cope with all of life’s challenges. Contact me today and schedule a free 15 minute phone consultation to find out if we're a good fit.
I currently accept the following insurance plans: Aetna ,United healthcare, Oxford ,UMR and UHC Student Resources .
Reduced fee services are available on a limited basis.
I do accept out of network coverage.
Out of Network Coverage
What does this mean? If your insurance plan allows for what is called 'out of network coverage', after you reach a pre-determined deductible your insurance will cover the cost of a portion of therapy sessions. Deductibles and the portion that your insurance will cover varies according to your insurance plan. Many plans now offer this kind of coverage so it is worth finding out if your plan does.
To find out, simply call your insurance provider and ask if you have 'out of network coverage for mental health' and if so, what your deductible allows for and what portion your insurance will pay once your deductible is reached.
If in fact you have out of network coverage I can provide invoices for your visits so that you can submit them to your insurance company and be reimbursed directly.
