q & A
What are your fees?
50-minute session $160.00
I accept payment by check, PayPal, major credit cards, and HSA debit cards
Cancellation policy: If you miss a session without canceling (no show) or cancel with less than twenty-four (24) hours notice, you will be charged $80 session fee.
Here is a link to information on the new No Surprises Act that began on 1/1/2022.
Do you take insurance?
No, I do not take insurance. You might have noticed in your search for a therapist that many therapists DO NOT accept insurance, and there are a few reasons for this.
First, it can limit your treatment by requiring a diagnosis and then setting parameters on the type of therapy and the number of sessions you will be allowed. Your health and wellness should be up to you, not an insurance company. Submitting forms to insurance companies can also cause confidentiality concerns. Insurance often require the submission of a diagnosis, your treatment plan, and progress information, which could allow your personal information to pass through the hands of several insurance employees.
If your insurance plan allows for OUT OF NETWORK reimbursement, I can provide you with a statement for you to submit to your insurance company. It will be important for you to contact your insurance company and ask questions about Out of Network coverage for mental health providers as it pertains to your plan. Questions to ask them include the percentage covered, deductible to meet, number of session approved, and personal information they will require, so that you can make an informed decision from the beginning.
Are sessions telehealth or in office?
I offer both In-Person and Telehealth sessions. Telehealth can be by video or phone. I am also willing to do in-person Walk & Talk session in local parks, which can be discussed during your free consultation.
What equipment do I need for telehealth sessions?
Telehealth sessions are through the TherapyNotes video platform I utilize or by phone. The client portal through TherapyNotes will work on computers, laptops, tablets, and smart phones. You can access your client portal once you are a client and I email you the link. For phone sessions, the only thing you need is a phone!
Will your therapy dog be involved in sessions?
My Golden Retriever, Dolce, can be involved in sessions, if appropriate and you would like her present. She can also attend Walk and Talk in-person sessions, if agreed upon in advance.
Do you conduct couples or family sessions?
My specialty is individual sessions, one on one with a client. This allows me to focus on your perspective, feelings, and communication skills. However, sometimes a joint session with a family member could be beneficial and necessary. In that case, a joint session fee is $200 for 50 minutes.