Know what to expect before you begin.
Beginning therapy can feel uncertain. Synergy makes the process clear, private, and straightforward—from the first fit call through ongoing sessions.
Schedule my free 15-minute callNo pressure to begin treatment.
Start with a private conversation.
The free 15-minute fit call is a chance to briefly discuss what has been happening, ask practical questions, understand cost and coverage, and determine whether Synergy may be an appropriate clinical fit.
- Approximately 15 minutes
- Private and no-pressure
- Basic fit and safety questions
- Cost and insurance discussion
- Honest guidance about next steps
Clear steps. Private onboarding.
If you decide to continue, scheduling, documents, approved communications, and billing are handled through a secure client portal.
You do not need to arrive with the right words.
Shawn will help organize what has been happening, understand how it is affecting your life, identify immediate priorities, and begin developing a practical direction for treatment.
When clinically appropriate, you may leave with a tool, exercise, or next step you can begin using outside the therapy room.
A collaborative process—not talking without direction.
Ongoing sessions may include identifying patterns and triggers, practicing new skills, examining what is and is not working, and discussing progress toward your goals.
- Goals are discussed collaboratively
- Treatment is adjusted as needs change
- Practical skills may be used between sessions
- Outcomes vary by person and situation
Choose the setting that works for you.
In-Person Therapy
Meet with Shawn in a private, comfortable office in Franklin, New Jersey.
Telehealth
Telehealth is available to eligible New Jersey clients when clinically appropriate.
Know the expected cost before beginning.
$125 per individual therapy session
Blue Cross Blue Shield commercial benefits may apply, subject to eligibility and benefit verification.
Medicaid and Medicare are not accepted
Applicable benefits and expected client responsibility can be discussed before the first full session.
No performance required.
You do not need a perfect explanation
You do not need to wait for a crisis
You are not pressured to continue if the fit is not right
Frequently Asked Questions
You can share a brief overview of what you are experiencing, ask about scheduling, and verify whether your specific concerns fall within Synergy’s scope of practice.
We will review your intake forms, discuss your current challenges in more detail, and begin identifying priorities for treatment.
Sessions are typically 45 to 50 minutes long.
We usually begin meeting weekly or bi-weekly to build momentum, adjusting as progress is made.
Yes. As long as you are physically located in New Jersey during your telehealth appointment, we can coordinate the format that best fits your schedule.
Progress is discussed openly and collaboratively. If something isn't working, we can adjust our approach or focus to better support your goals.
If another provider or level of care would better serve your needs, I will communicate that honestly and try to offer a referral.
No. Synergy provides scheduled outpatient therapy and is not equipped for 24/7 crisis monitoring. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911 or visit your nearest emergency room.
Starting can be simpler than you expect.
Begin with a brief, private conversation about what has been happening and whether Synergy may be able to help.
Schedule my free 15-minute callIf Synergy is not the appropriate fit, I will say so honestly.