Frequently Asked Questions
Are you seeing clients online or in-person?
I am only providing online therapy at this time.
What are your fees?
15-minute phone consultation: Free
Intake: $175
60-minute therapy session: $150
- I accept payment after each session.
Do you take insurance?
I am private pay only. I am not an in-network provider. However, I can accept payment from an HSA.
What are the benefits of private pay therapy?
Going to a private pay therapist has many benefits including flexible scheduling, more private health records, the ability to stay with your therapist if there is a change in insurance, no surprise billing, more time spent with the therapist and more...
Do you offer a sliding scale fee?
Yes. However, it's case-by-case based on financial need with only a certain number of spots. If my sliding scale fee spots fill up, I'll be happy to put you on a waiting list.
What are your hours?
Currently I offer evening and early morning online therapy appointments Monday-Friday and Sunday morning appointments to accommodate busy working schedules.
What is your cancellation policy?
If you need to cancel, please do so within 24 hours. If you fail to give 24-hour's notice, a full session fee is charged. First missed appointment will be waived.
How long is therapy and what will happen?
Everyone's circumstances are different and will require different goals and lengths of time. My therapeutic approach is tailored to your specific, individual needs. This will be discussed in further detail during the intake.
Do you diagnose?
As a private pay therapist that does not bill insurance, I am not required to give a diagnosis. That is for insurance billing purposes only. Instead, we will work on your specialized individual treatment goals and concerns.
Do you fill out disability paperwork?
No. This is not in the scope of my practice. If you are looking for a letter or paperwork to be filled out, I recommend that you contact your Primary Care Provider (PCP) for this request. This includes FMLA, short-term and long-term disability and any ADA paperwork.
What about confidentiality?
Confidentiality is an important part of the therapeutic process. However, if you are a danger to yourself or others, if child abuse or abuse to a vulnerable population is suspected, if there is a court order/subpoena, then by law, certain types of information will need to be disclosed. Information about your rights regarding confidentiality will be outlined in the intake paperwork you will receive before your first scheduled session.
THE NO SURPRISES ACT
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 healthcare 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 or call 1-800-985-3059.
Please note: This is a not 24-hour emergency service. If you are in danger, please call 911. If you need to speak to someone immediately, please call or text 988 to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.