Therapy for Neurodivergent Mothers and Millennial Women in Albany, NY
You had an idea of the path you wanted to be on. Then, life had other plans.
Maybe you are pregnant or postpartum and just not feeling like yourself.
Maybe you are dealing with reproductive loss, infertility, or your birth did not go as planned.
Maybe you are a seasoned parent just trying to get through the day.
Maybe you don’t have kids and don’t plan to, but you are entering midlife and all of a sudden things just don’t make sense the way they used to.
Maybe you are neurodivergent or suspect you may be and your brain just won’t stop spinning.
stuck in cycles of overwhelm and exhaustion.
losing sight of who you are and who you want to be.
not sure why you are stuck in the same old patterns and looping thoughts after years of talk therapy.
feeling like your nervous system is being hijacked.
in a new life phase or transition and just not able to cope.
You feel like you are…
Together, we will get to the root of the issues, not just to change patterns of behavior but to really and truly heal.
I’m Emily, therapist for neurodivergent mothers and millennial women in Albany, NY
And I’ve been there too.
I am a neurodivergent mom of two, who can profoundly empathize with having a brain and nervous system that craves calm and stability, and just can’t quite seem to get there.
I am also a therapist who believes in the power of deep understanding and a safe and supportive environment to heal.
Specializing in pregnancy and postpartum support, mid-life transitions, trauma, ADHD and anxiety in Albany, NY and virtual throughout New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts and Vermont.
Pregnancy and Postpartum
People keep telling you to enjoy every minute, but no one sees the late-night anxiety, relentless exhaustion, alienation from yourself, or the silent grief you are carrying. You may be processing birth trauma, prior loss, infertility, or simply finding yourself completely overwhelmed. The pressure to look like you have it all together while just trying to survive can make you feel like you are the problem. At Other Plans Therapy, we dispel the myths of motherhood and break free from mom guilt so you can find true confidence and joy in this season.
Midlife Transitions
You feel like you’re supposed to have it all figured out by now, but lately you’ve found yourself wondering, “Is this really all there is?” You might be grieving old identities or imagined futures, navigating changing relationships, or feeling the quiet panic of a path that no longer fits. You’ve read the self-help books, done the yoga, been to therapy, changed careers, started the family—and yet, you still don’t feel like the truest version of yourself. At Other Plans Therapy, we offer a dedicated space to meet, understands, and heal all parts of you, so you can stop playing a role that no longer fits and step into this next chapter with purpose and freedom.
Anxiety
From the outside, you look like you have everything together, but on the inside, your mind is running a constant marathon. You are living three steps ahead—playing out every worst-case scenario, micro-analyzing conversations, and holding an overwhelming amount of invisible tension in your body. Even when things are going well, you can't seem to turn off the mental noise or relax into the present moment. At Other Plans Therapy, we help you quiet the internal false alarms, regulate your nervous system, and trade relentless overthinking for genuine, grounded ease.
Trauma Therapy
On paper, you’re managing your life, but on the inside, you’re on high alert—constantly scanning for danger, waiting for the other shoe to drop, or feeling completely disconnected from your own body. You may be carrying the weight of a single devastating event, or the slow, quiet ache of emotional neglect, unfair expectations, and past wounds that refuse to stay in the past. You’ve tried to move on, but your nervous system is still stuck protecting you from things that have already happened. At Other Plans Therapy, we help you safely untangle old survival patterns, process what was never yours to carry, and finally feel secure, grounded, and at home in your life.
ADHD
You know what you need to do, but getting your brain to initiate, focus, or stay on track feels like moving through wet cement. You might be constantly riding a cycle of intense hyperfocus followed by total burnout, struggling with time blindness, or carrying a lifelong shame that you’re somehow "lazy" or "failing at being an adult." The strategies that work for everyone else just don't seem to work for you. At Other Plans Therapy, we drop the rigid expectations and neurotypical timelines. We help you understand how your unique brain actually operates, quiet the internal self-criticism, and build personalized, compassionate systems so you can thrive without burning out.
How it Works
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Reach out
Contact me to schedule a complimentary 15 minute consultation to see if we would be a good fit.
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Get to work
We will complete a comprehensive intake, discussing your background, identifying themes, and setting goals.
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See change
We’ll get to the work, exploring present triggers and their roots in the past.
FAQs
Have questions about what it’s like to work together? Check out these frequently asked questions. If you don’t see your question here, click here to get in touch.
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I have an office space in Albany, NY, and I provide Telehealth throughout New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut and Vermont.
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Yes, I have in person availability in Albany Monday-Thursday.
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My general availability is Monday - Thursday 9 AM to 4 PM.
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I am an out of network provider, which means I am not in network with insurance plans, but I can offer a superbill that you can submit to your insurance if your plan offers out of network benefits. You can also use an HSA or FSA to utilize other benefits you may have access to. To find out if you have out of network benefits contact your insurance plan to explore your options.
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A standard session is is $200 per 45-55 minute appointment.
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During your first appointment we will discuss present issues and triggers, go through a brief history of your childhood and family structure, and develop your goals for therapy.
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This depends on your goals, current life circumstances and your nervous system regulation. The therapy I provide is not time limited, so some people stay with me for years, some have a particular goal in mind and are ready to end after that time. Typically, weekly talk therapy duration is between 6 months to several years.
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You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical and mental health care will cost.Under the law, health care providers need to give clients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the expected charges for medical services, including psychotherapy and evaluation services.
You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency services.
Make sure your provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your scheduled service. You can also ask your provider for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service.
If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call your provider's office.
Get in touch
If you are ready to dive deep and start living the life you want.
Click the link below to choose a day and time for a free, confidential consultation. We will discuss your goals and see if I am a good fit for you on this journey of healing and self discovery.
- because life is what happens to you when you're busy making other plans
- because life is what happens to you when you're busy making other plans