Knowing where to start can be overwhelming.
I want you to be as informed as possible to make the best decisions for you and your family.
Below is information on what to expect throughout the therapy process, including first steps and fees.
Don’t hesitate to contact me directly with your own questions or concerns!
How to get started.
Step One.
Call, email, or fill out a contact form here to schedule a free, 15-minute phone consultation. During that call, we’ll discuss what you’re hoping to work on in therapy. I’ll also plan to answer any questions you have about the therapy process including what insurance benefits you may be able to use, if possible.
Step Two.
If you think we’d be a good fit, we’ll go ahead and schedule your first appointment with me, either in-person or online - whichever you prefer! I’ll also send you intake paperwork to complete before that initial appointment.
At that first appointment I’ll meet with everyone involved - whether that’s just you, your partner, your child, or your family. There we’ll discuss, in greater detail, what everyone’s goals for therapy are.
Step Three.
We’ll meet every week or every-other-week, depending on your needs. Treatment typically lasts anywhere from three to twelve months. We’ll work together to establish how you would like your life to be different following therapy, so that we’ll know when therapy is no longer needed. Therapy isn’t designed to be a lifetime process; I want to help you create fast and lasting change in your life and the the lives of your loved ones.
Therapy Fees
$150 per 60-minute session
Insurance
I am currently an in-network provider for
United Healthcare/Optum Behavioral Health Solutions ,
Cigna Behavioral Health Network,
and Aetna.
The major benefit of utilizing your insurance for mental health services is increased affordability. That does not mean it is without disadvantages, though. When billing through insurance, I will have to provided your insurance company with a diagnosis, dates of service, and other confidential information, upon their request. Insurance companies also have the ability the dictate how long you can receive therapy services through them. If you would like to further discuss the costs and benefits of utilizing your insurance, please feel free to reach out!
Out-of-Network Options
If I am not in-network with your insurance company, you may still be able to receive reimbursement for our work together! If your insurance plan provides you with out-of-network coverage, then I can provide you with a super-bill to submit to your insurance for reimbursement. Each individual insurance plan varies greatly, so I recommend reaching out to your insurance directly to discuss out-of-network options.
FAQs
Is therapy confidential?
Yes, absolutely! Therapy is confidential, meaning I will not share any information about you outside of our sessions. However, there are a few situations in which I would be legally and ethically mandated to report information you share with me. Those situations are as follows:
If I believe that you are going to seriously harm yourself or if you have threatened to harm someone else.
If you report any current or past abuse or neglect of a child, elder, or dependent adult. I am a mandated reporter and I have to report this information to the appropriate authorities to investigate.
If I am required by a Judge or a court to provide my notes or documentation.
I also have a “no secrets” policy when working with couples. I don’t find it therapeutically beneficial to keep secrets from your partner. Therefore, if you disclose one to me individually, I will work with you to find a safe way and appropriate time to share the information with your partner. The only exception to this would be if you were to disclose domestic violence to me - your safety is always priority!
What if my partner doesn’t want to do couples therapy?
That can be challenging for anyone who is really wanting to see change in their relationship. Unfortunately, successful couples therapy relies on both partners’ engagement in treatment and desire to change. If your partner isn’t quite ready to begin therapy, you could consider starting individual therapy for yourself. We can still discuss helpful tools that you can implement in your relationship.
How long does therapy typically last?
The length of therapy really varies based on what your presenting concern is and how motivated you are to create change in your life. Therapy can last anywhere from 3 months to 12+ months, with the average length of treatment being around 6 months.
Can I use my insurance?
I’d love to help you find out if utilizing insurance is an option for you! Learn more about therapy fees and insurance here.
Where will we meet for sessions?
Therapy sessions can take place either in person, at my office, or via video session. I do prefer providing in-person therapy for couple and family sessions, but I also understand limitations regarding transportation, scheduling, and, more recently, concerns related to COVID-19. If you think telehealth may be a better fit for you, we can discuss meeting via a HIPAA compliant video calling system. Rates for telehealth services are the same for in-person services. We’ll discuss at your free consultation call what option you’re most interested in.