Mirielle Therapy Practice is a small group practice based out of a private office in midtown. There are three practitioners, Natalie, Geraldine and myself (Alice) who work closely to provide the best possible individualized care.
We specialize in helping early and mid-career stage women who are looking to make important changes in their lives. Issues that are at the core of ones’ identity can be so painful when they are not going well. Concerns about dating, love, friendships, career issues, family, loss, or health can generate intense feelings of sadness, worry, insecurity, and stress. Our purpose is to work collaboratively with you so that you do not feel alone.
In addition to helping individuals, we also work to repair mother-daughter relationships, and improve the confidence and well-being of adolescent girls who are attending New York City private schools or specialized high schools. At Mirielle Therapy practice, we specialize in Women and Relationships Therapy in NYC.
As our client, it is important that you feel comfortable and accepted. We value working with women from a multitude of: religious backgrounds, nationalities, sexual orientations, and ethnic and cultural identities.
We look forward to speaking with you.
Alice Shepard, Ph.D.
Director & Therapist
Alice has been a therapist for over ten years. She completed training at Barnard College, Columbia Medical Center, and Columbia University’s Counseling & Psychological Services. She is a graduate of Brown University and the City University of New York Graduate Center.
License: 018801-1, New York
Natalie Gedge, LCSW
Therapist
Natalie has been a therapist at St Francis Counseling Center and The Door. She has prior work experience as an Analyst at J.P Morgan and Goldman Sachs. Natalie is a double graduate of New York University.
License: 092465, New York
Geraldine Lesieur, LMSW, Ed.M
Therapist
Geraldine has been a therapist at the Metropolitan Center for Mental Health, The New School counseling center, and New Directions alcohol and drug treatment program. She has worked with adolescents, young adults, and adults from a variety of backgrounds in school, college, and community based settings. She is a graduate of Columbia University School of Social Work, Harvard Graduate School of Education, and New York University. Geraldine is also fluent in French.
License: 094930, New York
Taylor Wayne, LCSW
Therapist
Taylor is our newest therapist. She greatly enjoys working with high performing and creative women from diverse backgrounds. Taylor is a graduate of the University of Michigan, and Columbia University School of Social Work. She has been a practitioner within both the NYU and Mount Sinai Health Systems. Taylor specializes in Gestalt therapy, which emphasizes being warm and supportive while helping patients to better understand their current feelings and reactions.
License: 086418, New York
Heather Nelson, B.A.
Financial Manager
Heather is a graduate of Syracuse University where she majored in marketing. She has previously worked in financial services for HBO & Lord & Taylor.
Services
Our treatment specializations include:
- Women’s Issues
Women and Relationships
Depression
Anxiety
Dating/Relationships - Career specialization / advancement
Grief / Loss
Mother-Daughter Dyads
Mood Disorders - Personality Disorders
Family Concerns
Age
Women of all ages
Treatment Orientation
Relational
Psychodynamic
Supportive
Starting
Insurance
We will provide you with an invoice to submit to your insurance company. Please contact your insurance to find out if you are eligible for out-of-network benefits. Therapy is deductible expense for your HSA or Flex Spending Accounts.
Payment
After the first month of therapy, payments are collected at the beginning of each month. Payments can be made by cash, check, or credit card.
Rates
Session fees for Alice are $200 for a 45 minute session.
Session fees for Geraldine, Jenny and Natalie are $150 for a 45 minute session.
Cancellation Policy
We work by offering each client a standing appointment time for which you pay on a monthly basis. Every effort is made to reschedule any missed appointment as soon as possible.
Privacy & Confidentiality
All aspects of your treatment are confidential within the practice. Important exceptions include if there is risk that you might do harm to yourself or someone else. We are mandated reporters for child abuse.
Intake Forms
Please fill out the New Client Intake Form and the HIPAA Form and bring them to your first session.
If you would like for us to coordinate care with another professional (e.g., your psychiatrist, primary care physician etc., please complete the applicable client release form below.
Make an Appointment
Please call Alice to speak by phone for a consultation. If you prefer, you may also reach her by sending an email message below. Email can be used for new inquiries as well as questions or concerns regarding your treatment. We ask that all urgent concerns be communicated via phone. Email is not checked outside of business hours.