Therapy Details & Policies

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Therapy Details

  • My rates depend on length of a session. A standard or “regular” 53 - 55 minute counseling session is  $135.00. An Initial Intake Session is $165. 
  • Sessions are offered virtually and are confidential and HIPPA Compliant.
  • A complimentary 15-phone consultation may be requested in advance to see if we are a good match.

Note: Because I believe mental and emotional health care should be accessible to everyone, I offer a sliding scale depending on both the financial and clinical needs of my clients. We can discuss this during your initial consultation.

Payment Options

  • Payments must be made prior to or at the beginning of each session. I accept all major credit cards: Visa, Discover, American Express, and MasterCard.
  • You may also use your Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Cards. Using a pre-tax employer sponsored Flex Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) for counseling, including your dwductible, copay or coinsurance is a way to save money. 
  • If you have an insurance / health plan that I am out-of-network, I will provide you with a Super bill and receipt of services rendered with all the information you will need to obtain reimbursement from your insurance carrier. Please read the Insurance Plan Explanation for more details.

Insurance Details 

  • Massachusetts - Some but not all BCBS plans. Please acquire a referral from your PCP if you have an HMO plan. Please note* I am not in-network with Health New England, BCBS.
  • Pennsylvania - I am in-network with Highmark BCBS. 
  • If you have an insurance plan I am not in-network, I will provide you with a super bill which includes the information you will need to obtain reimbursement from your insurance carrier. I will also provide you with a reciept for your session. Please click on Insurance Plan Explanation for more details.
  • You may also use your Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Cards. Using a pre-tax employer sponsored Flex Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) for counseling, is a great way to save as it is a tax deduction.

Session Frequency and Scheduling 

  • In the beginning of therapy, weekly sessions with a set time provides consistency and optimal results.
  • In other words, committing to and prioritizing a weekly session so you can experience relief is ideal and equates to a better outcome. It’s an investment in yourself.

Questions to ask your insurance company to verify your Employer Sponsored Plan and Insurance Options

  • What is my deductible?
  • What is my copay and/or coinsurance?
  • Is pre-approval or a referral required before scheduling my first appointment?
  • Is there a limit on the number of sessions covered per year?

Appointment Cancellation Policy

  • If you need to cancel your appointment, at least 48-hour notice by phone or text is required. Otherwise, you will be charged the full fee for the session. If you use insurance benefits this means; the full reimbursement rate of your session or appointment.

Consultations

  • A complimentary 15-minute phone consultation may be requested in advance to see if we are a good match. Therapy and coaching can be a life-transforming process.

Appointment Length and Payment

  • Each appointment is 53 - 55 -minutes in length.
  • Sessions are offered virtually and are confidential and HIPPA Compliant.
  • Payments must be made prior to or at the beginning of each session. I accept all major credit cards: Visa, Discover, American Express, and MasterCard. 

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