I come to the practice of counseling after many years working in student services in a university setting. I find (as the research continues to show) that the most important element of effective counseling is the connection between client and counselor—we will work collaboratively. I draw on many approaches including but not limited to client-centered, mindfulness, existential therapy, attachment theory, Buddhist psychology, solution-focused, trauma-informed, grief work, EMDR, and internal parts work.
I am in network with Aetna insurance and UHC/Optum and I also take direct pay (sliding scale is $150 to $100). I am seeing clients mostly through a HIPAA compliant video platform. Currently (Spring 2024), I do have a small number of openings for new clients.
I am licensed to practice in New York, Connecticut, Maine, New Mexico, and registered for on line counseling in Florida and South Carolina.
Sarah Hilsman is in network for the following plans:
Aetna Aetna Student Health Optum Optum Partners United Behavioral Health UnitedHealthcare UnitedHealthcare StudentResourcesI can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.
First session | $150 |
Ongoing sessions | $150 |
Monday | 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Tuesday | 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Wednesday | 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Thursday | 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
Friday | -- |
Saturday | -- |
Sunday | -- |