What are therapy sessions like?

Initial therapy sessions are a chance for us to get to know each other and for me to begin to understand who you are: what the impact of struggles are currently, have been in the past, as well as understanding the greater picture of who you are beyond these challenges. From there, sessions typically include a mix of talking through current or past struggles, education around the brain and body and how those connections impact experiences, and finding  tools to help provide relief. My approach to therapy is non-judgemental and collaborative, and sessions will be tailored and shaped by your unique preferences and needs. Together we will decide the structure and approach will be most helpful for you

How long do I need to be in therapy?

I believe that is really dependent on an individuals needs and goals.  When we begin working together we will identify desired goals that will provide you a sense of relief and pride when met.  For some individuals that will be a benchmark indicating a desire to end, while others may find that reducing frequency or shifting focus to another area of work feels best. My goal is to provide therapy for as long as it feels helpful and beneficial to you!

How do we get Started?

Email me to schedule a free 15 minute phone consultation.  During the call we discuss briefly what you are looking for help with, as well as any previous experience with therapy in the past to help me understand whether we might be a good fit in working together. This is also a great time for me to answer any additional questions you may have about how I work. From there we will schedule a first meeting to further get to know what working together will feel like and discuss logistics of ongoing meetings

Do you accept insurance?

I do not accept insurance. Payment is collected at the end of each session. Many insurance companies offer reimbursement for service from providers outside of their network. I’m happy to provide you with a paid in full invoice and help walk you through the process of getting reimbursed.

Do you offer sliding scale?

I do offer a set number of sliding scale time slots. All time slots are full at this time.

What is a good faith estimate?

Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance, who are not using insurance, or are using out-of-network benefits for services, an estimate of the expected charges for medical services, including psychotherapy services.

You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your mental health care will cost. You can ask for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule a service. If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.