The consultation call serves as an initial meeting to discuss your reasons for seeking therapy, current concerns and goals, and to determine if I’m a good fit for your needs. During the consultation, I’ll ask questions about symptoms, history, and personal and family background. I will discuss the type of therapy I offer and how it may be helpful for you. You will have an opportunity to ask questions about my approach to therapy, my experience, and qualifications. We will also discuss fee structure and the availability of appointments. You can expect the call to last approximately 15-20 minutes.

This is an opportunity to assess compatibility and to determine if everyone involved feels comfortable working together. If we agree it’s a good match, an intake appointment can be scheduled. If it’s not a good fit, I will do my best to provide referrals to other therapists who may be better suited to meet your needs. It's important to remember that the consultation is just the first step in the therapy process. I encourage you to take time to consider your options and make a decision that feels right for you.

There is no specific time frame when working on personal development and growth. Depending on the type of changes that you are looking to make and the variety of issues that you are attempting to work on, therapy can last from a few sessions to much longer. Some find therapy to be extremely beneficial and choose to make it a long-term process.

• $230 for a 50-minute individual session

• $260 for a 50-minute couples/relationship session

• $375 for a 75-minute couples/relationship session

Longer individual sessions are available at a prorated rate. I accept cash, checks, and all major credit cards.

I do not accept insurance directly and have opted out of Medicare. However, many clients are able to receive partial reimbursement if they have out-of-network benefits for mental health services.

To support this, I offer two options:

• Superbills: I can provide monthly receipts (called "superbills") that you can submit to your insurance for reimbursement.

• Courtesy Billing: For some insurance companies, I can submit out-of-network claims electronically on your behalf. This means you pay me directly, and I send the claim to your insurance company so you don’t have to.

Coverage for out-of-network therapy varies by insurer and plan. To find out what your plan offers, contact your insurance provider and ask:

• Do I have out-of-network mental health benefits?

• What is my deductible and how much of it has been met?

• What percentage of each session is reimbursed?

• Is there a limit on the number of sessions per year?

• What is the usual or customary rate for CPT codes 90834 (individual therapy) and 90847 (couples therapy)?

They may also ask for the following:

• My Tax ID/EIN: 33-266471

• My NPI Number: 1710608005

• Procedure Codes: 90834 for individual therapy, 90847 for couples therapy

If your plan doesn’t usually cover out-of-network services, you can request a "single case agreement" by explaining that you’re unable to find another provider with my experience and training in your area.

Please note that insurance reimbursement can take several weeks or longer to process. I’m not able to offer refunds or fee adjustments if a claim is denied.

Confidentiality is one of the most important components of therapy as there is a high degree of trust required. With few exceptions, the highly sensitive material that is discussed between you and your therapist will not be shared with anyone else without your permission. For example, your therapist may share information with someone on your healthcare team (e.g. primary care doctor, psychiatrist), but by law will only be allowed to release this information after obtaining your written consent. In addition, therapists are legally mandated to make certain disclosures in cases where there is suspicion of harm to oneself, harm to others, or child abuse. All such disclosures will be discussed with you in advance.

I primarily meet with clients in person to support deeper connection and engagement in the therapy process. However, I understand that occasional circumstances - such as travel or mild illness - may make it difficult to attend in person. In these cases, I offer remote sessions on a limited basis as long as the client is physically located in states where I am licensed to provide therapy at the time of the session. Otherwise, all sessions take place in person. If you have specific needs or concerns, feel free to reach out so we can discuss what works best for you.