COMMON QUESTIONS ABOUT SERVICES, WAITLISTS, INSURANCE AND PAYMENT

Beyond these common questions and answers, you can learn about treatment options like Psychotherapy, Sex Therapy, and Intimacy and Relationship Coaching by exploring the pages in the Navigation menu. You will also find pages on some of Dr. Valentino's specialties, and you. can view her reviews and articles.

Click the "Request a Session" button anywhere on the site to schedule or be waitlisted. Be sure to review the Payment Page first, as well as the treatment options. If you don't see the time you need, you can request to be waitlisted in the portal. The default time is 10am, but that is just a placeholder. Once you request to be waitlisted by requesting that appointment, you will get a welcome message in the portal asking all times you are available so you can be added to the waitlist. Remember, weekly session times are only Tuesdays and Wednesdays with 11 am the earliest, and 4pm the latest. Other times shown in the portal are only for one time consults.

A superbill can be provided to psychotherapy patients for reimbursement their sessions if they reside in New York State. Navigate to the payment page from the main menu to learn about ways to pay for sessions and make it affordable. If you have further questions, you may ask after booking in the portal on the messenger.

Dr. Valentino does not offer free consults or sliding scale payments. Ethically speaking, patients should not be sharing private information before there is a formal doctor-patient relationship where confidentiality is required. Most patients want a free consult to learn about the provider, or ask financial questions. To learn about Dr. Valentino's approach, who she treats, and about the practice, please explore this extensive website which provides ample information beyond what could be covered in a 15 minute session. 

Once you have booked a session, you can ask specific administrative questions in the portal if needed.

Yes, all care is virtual via telehealth.  Navigate to the page about sex therapy and coaching to learn more about educational services, as well as the service locations pages.

Dr. Valentino has over 20 years experience and has heard it all! Learn more about her on the homepage, and read her reviews and testimonials. You can also explore the articles page. If you are looking for goal oriented, non-judgmental help, request a session today! All are welcome!