FAQ

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

Why Therapy?

There are times in all of our lives during which we experience distress and unhappiness. As we attempt to sort and work through these challenges, it is sometimes necessary, or helpful to have someone who can help us navigate those rough seas to arrive safely upon sturdier ground, bringing with us new and better tools to use once we are there.

How Does Therapy Work?

Therapy is a process of identifying goals and their obstacles, examining emotional, intellectual and behavioral patterns

which interfere with reaching those goals and making conscious what has been out of our awareness. We are then able to heal wounds and better understand ourselves in order to move forward and make positive changes in ourselves and our lives.

APPOINTMENTS AND FEES

I primarily see clients via teletherapy on a HIPAA compliant platform. In person visits are available on an as-needed basis.

What do I need at the first appointment?

For teletherapy appointments I request that a consent for teletherapy form be downloaded and emailed to me prior to the first session. The remaining forms listed below can be sent then or shortly after.

Are you in network with my insurance company?

I am out-of-network with all insurance carriers. To determine if you are eligible for out-of-network coverage, you will need to ask your insurance company the following questions:

1) Do you have mental (behavioral) health benefits?

2) If so, are you covered for out of network providers and at what rate?

3) What is your deductible? Do you have a separate medical and behaviorial health deductible?

4) How much of the deductible have you met?

5) Is there a yearly or lifetime maximum benefit?

Depending upon your plan, many insurance companies pay a significant portion of the fee for out-of-network mental (behavioral) health providers.

What is the length of the appointment?

I offer both 45 and 60 minute sessions. For the first session, you may wish to request an hour session or longer.

How frequent are the appointments?

Weekly sessions are usually optimum, although this may vary based upon need.

What is the payment policy?

Preferred methods of payment are Zelle, Venmo and check. (Special arrangements can be made if necessary for credit card payments) and are due and payable at the time of each visit.

What is your cancellation policy?

Twenty-four hours is the required notice for a cancellation. If twenty-four hours notice is not given, a cancellation fee for the alloted time will be charged, except in cases where another appointment is made within the same week.

Do you prescribe medication?

Only a medical doctor can prescribe medication. If there is a need

for an evaluation for medication, this will be discussed, and the

appropriate referral will be made.

Do you accept Medicare and Medicaid?

Not at present.