I do not partner with insurance companies.

To preserve and protect the quality of care and well being of both my clients and myself, I have chosen to not take insurance at this time.

AND…It is a value of mine to keep therapy as accessible as possible. To do so, I have partnered with several organizations to help keep therapy affordable. See below.

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Low Cost via Open Path Collective

I partner with Open Path Collective so that those who meet their criteria can have access to a lower fee per session that never changes. See my rates below.

Mentaya - Get Reimbursed for Your Sessions with your OON Insurance

Because I understand some people are comfortable using their insurance policies for Out Of Network benefits, I partner with Mentaya, a third-party company that helps clients get reimbursed for their sessions via superbills. I can easily estimate your out-of-network reimbursements and get up to 70% back (depending on your OON policy). I submit the superbills after every paid session and Mentaya does the footwork of dealing with any denied claims - you don’t have to lift a finger! Please note: this WILL require a diagnosis be sent to your insurance company. It is completely optional and I as your therapist do not benefit in any way from your participation.

Customizable Treatment Plans

I offer shorter and longer sessions in order to fit a budget. I can also (if treatment appropriate) tailor your therapy to be less frequent or more frequent.

$120 for 50 minute session

$140 for 60 minute session

$180 for 75 minute session

$200 for 90 minute session

Open Path Collective Rate (when available): $70/session

Shorter sessions (30 min/45 min) available if treatment appropriate.

Yes. Right now, my practice is only telehealth. I use a HIPAA compliant EHR called SimplePractice to meet with clients via video call.

Wonderful question. In short, a diagnosis is a tool that doctors and mental health professionals use to identify and label a collection of symptoms that are categorized in the DSM-5. It’s like if I said, “I have a cold”. You would most likely think of runny nose, watery eyes, coughing, sneezing, etc. A diagnosis is just a way for providers to be able to identify a collection of symptoms.

On one hand, many clients seek out a diagnosis in therapy because it is helpful to have a label or name to their struggles. A name or label can open us up to resources that otherwise wouldn’t be accessible unless you were apart of that community! A diagnosis can also be important to differentiate appropriate treatment protocols, such as specialized treatment for OCD versus generalized anxiety. Also, some things require a diagnosis to qualify for, such as insurance reimbursement, medication prescription, or some specialized programs or accommodations (like disability, SSI, or FMLA).

On the other hand, a diagnosis can sometimes pathologize our very human, individual struggles and boil them down to a medical issue while not counting other cultural or systemic explanations. There can be a feeling of stigma or shame attached to receiving a diagnosis. Lastly, for some, labels simply do not help or answer the question “how do I feel better?”

In my practice, a diagnosis is rendered after a discussion about the pros and cons of diagnosis as well as a clinical assessment via intake forms, additional clinical interviews, as well as other specific and appropriate assessment tools. Sometimes, additional information might be obtained from previous released treatment records. It is a collaborative and transparent process between me and you.

Good Faith Estimate:

You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost. Under the law, healthcare 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. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 800-985-3059.