of members are accessing mental healthcare for the very first time
of members are referred by their OBGYN to Seven Starling
of members who complete the Seven Starling program feel better
of members feel the time they spend with their therapist is beneficial
Dr. Amy Roskin is a board-certified OB/GYN who prioritizes healthcare access and patient safety. She was always interested in being a doctor, and is proud to follow in the footsteps of her mother and grandmother, both physicians. In addition to her clinical work as a doctor, she is also an attorney. She enjoys teaching and mentoring and has been a faculty member at medical and law schools.
Nazaneen cannot remember a time when she didn't dream of being a doctor. It took some time away from medicine, while in business school, for her to realize that obstetrics and gynecology was her calling. She feels the most impact when she is working to empower women to feel greater ownership over their healthcare decisions. When not using every diplomatic tactic to negotiate with her toddler girls, she enjoys painting and was most proud of a family effort entitled “Lady Quarantina” inspired by lockdown.
Dr. Clark has always believed in the healing power of listening and the impact of mental wellness on a person's overall wellbeing. This interest and focus on women empowerment fueled her journey to becoming an international expert in reproductive psychiatry/women's and maternal mental health. She is a researcher, educator, clinician, and thought leader who is committed to advancing mental health care for all birthing people and their families.
Tamara is a pediatrician who has felt a calling to work with kids since she was a child herself. A Floridian who grew up in Jacksonville and trained in Miami, she now is a full-fledged DC resident and loves it. Her passion is provided quality care and empowering Black and Brown families to be able to advocate for themselves and their children. She is a growing public health expert and loves teaching students, collegeues, families, and anyone who will listen. Tamara loves travel adventures with her husband around the world, and they are looking forward to their next adventure adding a baby to their family at the end of 2021.
Dr. Susan Feingold envisioned becoming a psychologist at an early age and pursued a PsyD in clinical psychology with dreams of healing and helping many. With her second child, Susan experienced postpartum depression and anxiety (PMAD) which changed her life mission and career path, and she became a specialist in the treatment of perinatal mental health almost 3 decades ago. Susan, along with her life partner, shepherded the first ever postpartum criminal law through the Illinois legislature to become the first postpartum psychosis/depression law in the nation in 2018. Along with her clinical work, she is dedicated to advancing postpartum legislation throughout the U.S. and is nationally and internationally known as an expert, speaker, and author on PMAD and perinatal advocacy to change outdated laws .
Seven Starling is a good fit for people experiencing anxiety, depression or trauma during fertility challenges, pregnancy loss, abortion, pregnancy, postpartum, or early parenthood. They must be 18 years or older, not have a previous history of Schizophrenia, Psychosis or Bipolar disorder, not require emergency care, and currently reside in one of the states we support.
Yes! We accept most commercial insurance plans including Aetna, Kaiser Permanente, Cigna, United Healthcare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Anthem, CareFirst, and more. We also accept select Medicaid plans. Patients can sign up for a free consult to receive a benefits check as coverage varies by state and plan. Our Care Coordinators are on hand to help your patient with Superbills and out-of-network claims. Seven Starling is also HSA/FSA eligible.
Yes, Seven Starling accepts select Medicaid plans as well as most commercial insurance plans. Patients can schedule a free consult with one of our friendly care coordinators to get a benefits check.
Yes! Many women suffering from maternal mental health challenges can benefit from a combination of therapy and medication. Offering this service at Seven Starling is part of our holistic approach to care and we’re thrilled to make accessing it even easier. Note: At this time we’re not able to offer medications to pregnant patients. Pregnant patients who think they might benefit from medication should consult their OB care provider.
Yes. On a case by case basis we are able to offer financial aid to patients who qualify. The maximum aid is up to 50% off the stated price of therapy.
Seven Starling therapists are licensed marriage and family therapists (LMFT), licensed clinical social workers (LCSW) or licensed professional therapists (LPC). Our therapists have been qualified and certified by their state of licensure after completion of the necessary education, exams, and training.
Group therapy is a form of psychotherapy in which a small group of participants meet to discuss their experiences with a licensed therapist. Groups are a safe space to harness support networks of other women on the same journey. In each session, the group therapist will share educational and self care tools and patients will have the option to discuss their experience or just listen.
Seven Starling does not provide assessments or participate in the completion of paperwork/forms for the following (not a complete list): Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Leave Of Absence, Social Security Disability, Emotional Support Animal, Hormone Replacement Therapy, Custodial/Forensic Evaluation, Fitness for Duty/Return to Work, Housing Evaluations. Questions related to this documentation can be addressed to a primary care provider or alternate behavioral health provider.