Frequently Asked Questions

What are your session fees?

Intake sessions are 75 minutes long and $150. All subsequent sessions are 50 minutes long and $135.

Do you take insurance?

I am not paneled with any insurance companies. I can provide Superbills upon request that you can submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement.

Why don’t you take insurance?

I’m glad you asked! This is not a decision I have made lightly.

At this time, using insurance to help pay for mental health services requires a diagnosis that will remain on your record forever. Insurance companies, who are not necessarily trained mental health professionals, dictate how many sessions you can have. I do not believe this is in your best interest as the client.

Do you work with people under age 18?

I work with clients ages 12 and older. I require regular consultation with the caregiver(s) of the teen to ensure therapy is as effective as possible. We will discuss more of this specific policy in your consultation and/or intake session.

What are your hours?

At this time, I work Monday-Thursday daytime and offer limited evening availability on Tuesday and Thursday. If you have contacted me, you can expect a response within 48 hours on weekdays and by Tuesday if you reached out on a weekend or federal holiday.

Do you have an in-person office location?

At this time, I offer exclusively virtual therapy. The majority of my clients prefer this option and have found it to be more effective than in-person therapy as it allows them the flexibility to attend more often and reach their goals sooner while reducing the stress of sitting in traffic. I encourage you to ask questions in your consultation if you are at all hesitant about the efficacy of this modality.

How long will I be in therapy?

Multiple factors go into this one. If you are looking to address family issues, relational concerns, chronic anxiety and/or depression, trauma, or cultural issues I recommend planning for at least 1 year for therapy. You may find that meeting weekly or biweekly can decrease the overall length of time in therapy, but it’s important to consider your ability to commit to weekly sessions with your time and finances.

Good Faith Estimate

You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost.

Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services.

You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees. Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item.

You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service. If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises