Focused, evidence-based individual counseling helps you find your footing, break through barriers, and build measurable progress.

Who I work with

Counseling is offered for adolescents through adulthood, with a focus on anxiety, depression, self-confidence, attachment and relationships, conflict resolution, problem solving, impulse inhibition and goal-directed behavior, men's issues, and more.

What to expect in the first session

The first session focuses on cultivating comfort, gathering information relevant to the presenting problem, and beginning to develop treatment goals.

Approach

Michael Balestrieri is a licensed professional counselor who takes a hybrid approach, predominantly using person-centered and cognitive behavioral therapy.

Available in person and virtually

Clients must be physically present in New Jersey or Florida for telehealth appointments.

Hours vary on a Monday through Friday basis generally between the hours of 10am-7pm.

Rates

• $140 per hour

• $115 per 45 minutes

• $90 per 30 minutes

Insurance accepted

Horizon BCBS, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna, and most plans affiliated with these insurers.

Cancellation and payment policies

At least 24 hours' notice is required by phone, text, or email. A $50 cancellation fee applies to no-call/no-show appointments or cancellations made less than 24 hours before the appointment.

A credit card must be kept on file to process copayments, coinsurance, deductibles, or outstanding balances using the Square software application.

For out-of-network insurance benefits, a superbill can be provided. Clients must submit it directly to their insurance provider.

Group counseling coming soon. Check back for updates.