Frequently Asked Questions

What are your fees?
The out-of-pocket / out-of-network rate for individual therapy is $250 for an initial consultation session(s), and $200 for follow-up individual psychotherapy sessions. 

Rates for psychological assessments typically range between $800 and $2200, but vary in terms of time and cost depending on the nature of the assessment, specific tests required, and the kind of report required by a third party (for example, required by a specific school or university for accommodations). Specific time and costs will be clarified prior to beginning an assessment.

​Rates may be adjusted periodically, and you will always be informed of any changes in advance.

What forms of payment and insurance do you accept?
Payment is due at the time of service and may be made using credit/debit cards, including FSA or HSA cards. 

I am an in-network provider with the following:
     Aetna
     Baylor Scott & White Health Plans (including Marketplace)
     Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO Plans
     United Healthcare / Optum

If you plan to file claims with your insurance provider, any applicable deductible, copayment or coinsurance will be set by your individual insurance policy. The client portion of payment is due at the time of service.

What if you are not in my insurance network?
If I am not in-network with your insurance, I can provide a detailed statement (often called a "Superbill") that you can submit to your insurance provider for possible out-of-network reimbursement. Many of my clients are reimbursed for 50-80% of fees once any applicable deductible is met.

​What is a Good Faith Estimate?
Under the Federal No Surprises Act (H.R. 133), health care providers must give clients who do not have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services. 

This Good Faith Estimate (GFE) is provided for your awareness—it is not a contract or a guarantee of total costs. You are not obligated to commit to a set number of sessions.
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For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.

​Do you offer telehealth sessions?
Yes! This flexibility can help therapy fit more easily into your life. With telehealth, you can log in to a HIPPA-secure session from any computer with a webcam, a tablet, or your mobile phone.

I offer this option to all my clients, however, some insurance plans have limitations to their coverage for telehealth. If you are planning to file with insurance, I recommend that you contact your insurer to ensure this benefit is a covered service under your plan.

I am approved by the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards (ASPPB) and the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT) to provide Telehealth services to individuals in all PSYPACT participating states (currently including AL, AZ, AR, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN. KS, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NC, ND, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WV, WI, WY). 

​​​How long are therapy sessions / assessments?
Your first psychotherapy session, or intake appointment, will help us get to know one another, better understand your current challenges, and work together to formulate a plan. This initial appointment typically lasts 60-90 minutes. Following that, regular therapy sessions are 45-50 minutes, once or twice a week, though this may be adjusted to meet your specific needs during the course of treatment.

Psychological assessment appointments (e.g., to diagnose a learning disorder or ADHD) may last from two to eight hours depending on the specific nature and requirements of the assessment. Longer assessments may be broken up over two days.

Do you offer Animal Assisted Therapy?
Yes! There are two therapy dogs on site. One may attend sessions with me, and the other attends sessions with another counselor in the suite. These dogs may be encountered in the common waiting area or in session. You can learn more about my therapy dog, Lola, and about Animal Assisted Therapy here. If you have allergies, fears, or other concerns about interacting with dogs, please let me know as soon as possible so that we can discuss the best option to accommodate your needs.. 

Do you provide Emotional Support Animal letters?
No, I do not provide this service. There are providers who have training and expertise to evaluate whether you would benefit from an Emotional Support Animal, (ESA) and who are also able to evaluate the specific animal, its temperament and training to determine if it would be an appropriate ESA for you. My clients are encouraged to ask me about referrals for reputable providers who provide such evaluations.

When can I schedule an appointment?
Appointments are offered on weekdays, typically Monday thru Thursday. Early morning and late afternoon times tend to fill up quickly. Psychotherapy appointments generally recur on the same days and times each week. Review your calendar to get a sense of days and times when you will be available for regular therapy sessions. I will do the same and provide you with options of available dates and times. Keep in mind that your initial appointment will last approximately 90 minutes, and thereafter sessions are 50 minutes.

Assessment appointments often occur in larger blocks of time. Waiting lists are not uncommon to book such large blocks of time, particularly during the Summer and early Fall. We will discuss the specific tests that are required for your assessment and offer available dates and times.

You can request a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation here. You may schedule an appointment following your phone consultation via the client portal or by contacting the office here.

Would I benefit from therapy?
The fact that you are browsing this website and curious about the question, suggests that you may be facing challenges or changes in your life and might benefit from therapy. According to the National Institutes of Mental Health (NIMH), more than a quarter of American adults experience depression, anxiety, or another mental health condition in a given year. Some people enter therapy because they are struggling with a long-standing mental health condition, others want help coping with a difficult circumstance or life-transition. In addition to reducing symptoms, therapy can also help you understand underlying issues and find a deeper sense of meaning and purpose in your work, play, and relationships. Many people report that these positive changes continue well after they have completed therapy.

What can I expect in therapy?
The experience of therapy is different with different therapists. For example, I approach therapy from a psychodynamic and humanistic perspective. I work to meet each client where they are and tailor therapy to their specific needs. I prioritizes the therapeutic relationship as one that can help provide co-regulation and the opportunity to examine, understand, and explore healthy relationship dynamics. If you would like to get a sense of my personality and approach you can read my Blog here on the website, particularly the posts "Beauty in Imperfection" and "A funny thing happened on the way to therapy."

How long does therapy last?
Each person enters therapy with a unique set of challenges and goals. It makes sense, then, that the length of treatment varies from person to person. Sometimes the length is bounded by a set number of sessions covered by insurance, or by a client-set goal (for example, a wedding or move-date). Many clients find that therapy over a period of 6-12 months is most helpful. Of course an effective course of therapy may be shorter or longer. We will discuss the specific nature of your treatment goals at the start of therapy and at regular intervals throughout your treatment. You may find that as initial goals are met, new challenges present themselves, or you may decide that you'd like to delve deeper and continue therapy in order to continue that growth.