First of all, we will meet online, through my telehealth system. During that initial session, we are going to talk about what brings you to therapy: your goals, your struggles, your ‘why’.

I will conduct an initial assessment – called a bio-psycho-social – which is a series of questions about your history and background, for us to determine the most effective ways to move forward in our work together. I will go at your pace, making sure you are comfortable and at ease. You will be able to ask anything you need to know as well. With this information, you and I will devise a treatment plan over the next couple of sessions.

All session are 50-60 mins, unless you have arranged for more time with the clinician in advance.

Usually, I meet with people once a week, unless you are experiencing a crisis and request to meet more often.

Absolutely. In compliance with the “No Surprises Act” enacted in December 2020, we are now required to provide an annual “Good Faith Estimate” of your anticipated costs and services for each year. The information provided is only an estimate and is subject to change in fees and your treatment needs. Any changes would be discussed with you in session. For more detailed information about our billing practices, please refer to your intake paperwork. You may request a copy of that document at any time.

I do not accept insurance. I am an out-of-network provider, which means I do not work directly with insurance plans. Instead, upon request, I provide you with a billing statement – called a superbill - at the end of each month for you to submit to your insurance company.

Most insurance companies will reimburse you between 40%-80% of my fee. Prior to meeting, I highly recommend you call your insurance company to clarify your benefit plan. It will help you to ask:

• Do you reimburse for an out-of-network licensed clinical social worker and, if so, what percentage?

• Do I have a deductible I have to meet first?

For years, I worked in a community mental health agency that did accept insurance. The insurance companies had the right to all your personal information, including your diagnoses and the content of your session notes. Moreover, the insurance companies often dictated the type, frequency, and duration of therapy session they allow their policy holders. I believe all information you share in sessions should remain between us unless you sign a release of information for an outside party.

My hourly rate is $200 for 50-60 minute sessions. Payment is due at end of session. Some of my patients request a superbill, a monthly form I prepare for them to submit to their insurance companies (I am an out-of-network provider).

Depending on your plan, some patients are reimbursed between 40-80% of the fee. I encourage you to contact your provider first and have them walk you through the process.

That said, most of my patients prefer not to seek reimbursement through insurance due to the sensitive and/or public nature of their work. I am bound by HIPAA laws, but am comfortable signing NDAs, as per a patient's discretion.

Please note there are separate fees for court appearances and documentation requests.

Lastly, I keep a certain number of sliding scale fee spots open. Please contact me so we may discuss your options.