Frequently Asked Questions + Fees

Billing FAQs

  • I do not take insurance and am considered an out of network provider. Invoices and superbills will be emailed to you monthly or you can access them using your client portal.

    The superbills I provide you may be submitted to your insurance carrier for reimbursement, should your plan allow it. We highly recommend that you check with your insurance carrier prior to scheduling your intake to see if my services are reimbursable. Please note we use the following CPT codes:

    • Intake: 90791

    • Individual Therapy: 90837

    If your insurance requests a Diagnosis Code, I frequently use the below codes; your actual code may differ based on assessment during intake.

    • F43.20

    • F41.9

  • Firstly, insurance companies can and do restrict the number of sessions a client has access to. I offer an approach based on data and need to offer access to sessions that meet the individual need of the client.

    Secondly, confidentiality is compromised when using insurance. Insurance companies require providers to provide a diagnosis and can also request evaluations and session notes. What happens in session should be kept confidential between you and your therapist (me :) ) and whoever else you have signed releases for.

    Lastly, the information obtained from insurance companies for ‘in-network’ therapy, can be used for determining premiums for your health insurance either now or in the future.

  • My fees will vary depending on the level of care and partnership you are looking for. Please see below for some estimates:

    • 15 min consultation: complimentary

    • Initial intake for services: 220$- this includes any assessments that may need to take place and diagnostic evaluations

    • Ongoing therapy sessions for individuals: $185

    • Ongoing therapy sessions for couples or family systems: starting at $200 (dependent on system i.e family, couples/partnerships)

    • 24/7 Coaching add on to sessions: complimentary at no additional cost as an established client

 

Other FAQs

  • Yes, both are options.

  • Session frequency is determined based on assessments and needs of the client. With that said, I am flexible on frequency of sessions. If every other week, or once a month are needed from the client, we can make that happen.

  • I require 24-hour notice prior to your scheduled appointment time to cancel an appointment. Unless this advance notice is provided, you will be charged the full fee for a missed or cancelled appointment.

    I adhere to a strict confidentiality policy in which I will not disclose any of the information you provide to me unless I have your written permission. If you choose to sign a release of information, I am happy to contact and work with any medical providers on your behalf. There are a few exceptions in which I am mandated by the law to break confidentiality, which are explained in my professional disclosure statement.

  • Yes, as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I am trained and authorized to diagnose mental health conditions. While not all clients require a formal diagnosis, we may discuss a diagnosis if it helps clarify your struggles, guides our treatment planning, or is required for insurance reimbursement. A diagnosis is a working tool, and it is something we will collaborate on, not just apply without your knowledge.

  • I do not prescribe medication but work in collaboration with highly recommended psychiatrists and physicians who can evaluate the need for medication when clinically indicated.