Dr. Hirsh was helpful in establishing my diagnosis. She picked up on things that former psychologists didn't. She is nice, sweet, listens well, and is non-threatening. However, she can be quiet to a fault. She doesn't take the lead in a therapy session well and getting her to talk or give you information can be like pulling teeth. Even then, she isn't very direct, clear, or specific. Thus, I didn't find she had a lot of input or advice to give. It was the norm to walk out of a session without an idea of what to do or how to look at something differently. I also didn't find her to be comforting or reassuring at all. Dr. Hirsh is nice and polite, but not friendly. If you like a formal, hands-off, sits back, listens, takes notes, doesn't talk much kind of psychologist, then she is the one for you. However, I moved on from her because I need someone who is personable and an active participant.

Submitted April 5, 2013