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Gavin HamnettMS, LMHC
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Office or screen, both can work

For adults in New York deciding between sessions in Rhinebeck or Hudson and telehealth from home.

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Who This Is For

Both can work well, including for body based therapy. That's the short answer. The more useful question is which one makes it easier for you to show up, settle in, and pay attention to yourself for 55 minutes.

I see clients in person in Rhinebeck and Hudson, and by telehealth anywhere in New York State. People choose for all kinds of reasons: a long drive, a packed schedule, wanting a room away from home, or wanting the ease of their own space.

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What Each Option Offers

  • In the office

    A room away from your usual life, and the small ritual of arriving and leaving.

  • From home

    No travel time, and the ease of starting a session in a space you already know.

  • Body based work on screen

    Noticing breath, posture, and sensation works on video, because the attention is yours.

  • Privacy

    In person, the room is private. At home, it helps to find a spot where you won't be overheard.

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How Somatic Work Translates to Video

People sometimes assume Hakomi needs a shared room. Most of what we do is mindful attention: you notice what happens inside as you talk, and I help you slow down and stay with it. You are the one feeling the tightness in your chest or the warmth in your hands, so that part travels with you.

What changes on screen is mostly practical. I may ask you to describe what you notice a little more, since I can't see everything. In the office, there is more room to pick up small shifts without words. Neither is better across the board. They are different, and each suits different people.

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What Sessions Look Like

  1. Talk it through

    On the free 20 minute phone consultation, we can talk about which option fits your life right now.

  2. Pick a setting

    In person in Rhinebeck or Hudson, or telehealth from anywhere in New York State. Sessions are 55 minutes and $160 either way.

  3. See what helps

    After a few sessions, we check in on whether the setting is supporting the work.

What Can Shift

The setting matters less than people expect. What matters is having a steady place, in a room or on a screen, where you can slow down and come back to yourself.

If you are torn between the two, start with a free 20 minute phone call and we can sort it out together.

Rates in Brief

Sessions are $160 for 55 minutes. The first step is a complimentary 20 minute phone consultation.

Rates
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Questions People Ask

Does telehealth work as well as meeting in person?

For many people it works well, including the body based part. It depends on you and your circumstances, and we can talk through what fits.

What do I need for a telehealth session?

A private spot, a steady internet connection, and a device with a camera. Headphones can help with privacy.

Where do I need to be for telehealth?

Anywhere in New York State. I see adults across the state by video.

Is the fee different?

No. It is $160 for a 55 minute session, in person or by telehealth.

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Start With a Free Consultation

Send me a short message and I'll set up a free 20 minute phone call.

Request a free consultation (845) 532-8336