FAQs

Do you take insurance?

Currently, I do not. I choose to let what is best for my clients dictate treatment, not what insurance will cover. Private pay arrangements allow for you and I to decide together when treatment is complete, and your insurance company will not be given any details about your therapy. Payment for your appointment is due on the day of your session, and all major credit cards are accepted for payment.

Can I file for out-of-network benefits?

If you have an insurance provider, you may have out-of-network benefits that will allow you to be reimbursed for a percentage of the session fee. This allows you to choose the care that you believe is best for you while still taking advantage of your insurance benefits. I can provide superbills for you to file for reimbursement, but in doing so, I will need to give you a diagnosis code. Also please know that couples and family counseling are not usually covered by insurance.

If you want an easier way, you can use Reimbursify, a website and app which will file the claim and follow up for you. They charge a certain fee per claim.

How do I know if my insurance covers behavioral health services?

Please check your coverage carefully by asking the following questions:

1) Do I have mental health benefits?

2) What is my deductible and has it been met?

3) How much does my plan cover for an out-of-network provider?

4) What is the coverage amount per therapy session?

5) Is approval required by my primary care physician (PCP)?

Why is therapy so expensive?

This article by HuffPost titled “Why is therapy so expensive?” is a great resource that provides some background and explains the reasons for the high costs of therapy.