FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

HOW LONG DOES EACH SESSION TAKE?

Each session typically lasts about 45-60 minutes. At our first visit I will complete an interview and gather information about your history and goals you are seeking to address. With this information, I will be able to give an estimate of the length of counseling I would recommend.

HOW OFTEN WILL WE MEET?

Typically I recommend meeting once per week, although if you are experiencing a crisis or are seeking intensive treatment, I may recommend we meet twice weekly. As therapy progresses, I may recommend meeting less frequently (i.e., bimonthly or monthly). The total length of therapy will depend on your goals and circumstances. Sometimes individuals are able to obtain what they are seeking in several sessions. More often, clients benefit from at least 6 months to feel they have obtained what they were seeking. In-depth therapy, which involves looking at underlying patterns and personality structure, can involve at least a year of therapy.

DO YOU ACCEPT INSURANCE?

My fee is $170 per session. I do not accept insurance. However, I can provide you with a superbill that may be submitted to your insurance company, if you are utilizing out-of-network benefits, which may allow you to receive at least partial reimbursement. Since insurance plans vary, I recommend you contact your insurance company to gather information about your specific plan.

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 or call 800-985-3059.