What are therapy sessions like?

Sessions are typically 50-minutes and are scheduled on a weekly basis or every other week depending on what fits your needs best. Therapy is a special time for you to self-reflect, gain greater insight and awareness, learn effective coping strategies, and find meaning and purpose in your life.

Aren’t people who go to therapy weak?

Quite the contrary. It takes strength and courage to talk about the painful moments you experienced in your life as you work towards building a healthier and brighter future for yourself. It is my honor to hold a safe space for you and provide you with support throughout your journey to healing.

How long will I be in therapy? When will I see progress?

Therapy is tailored to each individual’s unique needs. We will collaboratively discuss treatment options for you during our initial (intake) session and evaluate progress as we work towards achieving your goals.

Do you prescribe medication?

I cannot prescribe medication. The doctors who are able to prescribe psychotropic medication are usually those with a medical degree (MD).

What is your session fee?

Fees are discussed during the scheduled consultation call. I have a limited number of sliding-scale openings available and am always happy to provide clients with a referral list to trusted resources in the community. I accept all major credit cards. Payments are due at the end of each appointment.

Do you take insurance?

I am considered an out-of-network provider for most insurances. To determine if your insurance coverage includes outpatient therapy services with an out-of-network provider, please contact your insurance company directly. If you choose to use your insurance, you would pay me directly and I would provide you with a super-bill that you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.

Notice to clients and prospective clients:

Under new law, health care providers (including psychotherapists) need to provide clients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the expected charges for services. 

You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency psychotherapy services.

You can ask any provider you choose for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule a service, or at any time during treatment.  

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 the Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.