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Sarah Hilsman

Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, NCC
Accepting clients Last Updated 9 days ago

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.


Specialties

Anxiety Cultural Adjustment Depression Emotional Regulation Existential Challenges / Crises Grief and Loss Stress from Academics Trauma & PTSD

In-Network Insurance Plans

Sarah Hilsman is in network for the following plans:

Aetna Aetna Student Health Optum Optum Partners United Behavioral Health UnitedHealthcare UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
Paperwork:

I can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.

NPI Number

1699265942

Rates

First session $150
Ongoing sessions $150
Sliding Scale Offered: A sliding scale fee "slides" to try to meet the needs of clients who are unable to pay the full fee. Details can be discussed upon consultation.

Locations

319 N. Tioga Street
2D
ITHACA, NY 14850
(607) 227-4208
Map of provider office locations

Practice Hours

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 --

Treatment Approaches

Attachment-based Client-Centered / Rogerian Therapy (CCT) Eclectic EMDR Existential Mindfulness Person-Centered Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

Modalities

Individuals

Age Groups

Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64) Seniors (65+)

Communities

Artists International LGBQ+ Polyamorous Veganism

Meeting Options

Video sessions available

Qualifications

  • Years in Practice: 9
  • License(s): CT-005403, ME-CC6430, NY-008639

More About Me

  • Languages Spoken: English
  • Race(s): White
  • Gender(s): Cisgender, Woman
  • Religion(s): Individual Spiritual Practice

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