Frequently Asked Questions
Do you take insurance?
I am an out-of-network provider, which means that I do not participate with any insurance carriers and payment is due at the time of service. Being out-of-network allows more privacy, as your insurance company does not have access to the personal or sensitive information kept in the mental health record. Additionally, your insurance provider is not able to place limits on the duration or quantity of services, allowing the needs of you, your child, or adolescent to truly guide treatment.
Based on your insurance plan, you may have the option to use your out-of-network benefits to obtain reimbursement for my services. I will provide you with a "superbill," which is an itemized receipt that includes the information necessary for you to submit to your insurance provider for possible reimbursement. Potential reimbursement rates are based on each individual insurance plan and I cannot guarantee that your insurance provider will cover or reimburse for my services. Please note that you are ultimately responsible for the full payment of services provided. I recommend that you contact your insurance provider prior to initiating services to determine if you have out-of-network benefits for behavioral health. Things to ask:
Based on your insurance plan, you may have the option to use your out-of-network benefits to obtain reimbursement for my services. I will provide you with a "superbill," which is an itemized receipt that includes the information necessary for you to submit to your insurance provider for possible reimbursement. Potential reimbursement rates are based on each individual insurance plan and I cannot guarantee that your insurance provider will cover or reimburse for my services. Please note that you are ultimately responsible for the full payment of services provided. I recommend that you contact your insurance provider prior to initiating services to determine if you have out-of-network benefits for behavioral health. Things to ask:
- Do I have out-of-network benefits for behavioral health services?
- What are my out-of-network reimbursement rates?
- Do I need prior authorization?
- Do I have a deductible? What is my deductible?
- Do I need to meet my deductible before I can qualify for reimbursement for out-of-network services?
How do I schedule an appointment?
Contact me via phone, email or by providing your information on the contact page. We will have a free 15-minute phone consultation during which we will determine if my services are the right fit for you or your child's needs and discuss options for scheduling the first visit.
What should I expect at the first visit?
The initial intake appointment is 60-90 minutes and I will meet with you, your child, and/or your family to go over relevant personal and family history, as well as the details of the presenting problems. All intake paperwork should be completed prior to the intake so that I have an opportunity to review it before our meeting. This allows us to focus our discussion more on your specific concerns when we meet. We will review the informed consent, privacy, and practice policies and you will have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have. If you are pursuing services for your child who is 12-years-old or younger, the initial appointment will be a meeting with the parents only to provide me the opportunity to obtain a thorough history and for you to express your concerns clearly. If you are pursuing services for your child who is 13-years-old or older, they will also attend the initial appointment and will be given the opportunity to help decide how the appointment will be structured.
What is the duration of treatment?
The duration of treatment varies greatly depending on a range of factors including commitment, therapeutic relationship, frequency of visits, presenting concerns, severity of symptoms, response to therapeutic approach and techniques used, etc. Typically, therapy is a process that can take several months or longer. We will discuss the potential length of treatment during the initial intake appointment; however, gaining a more comprehensive understanding of the presenting challenges, as well as you or your child's current functioning may take several sessions.
What forms of payment do you accept?
I accept cash, check, all major credit cards, and HSA or FSA payment.
No Surprises Act/Good Faith Estimates
You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost.
Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who do not have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services. You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees. Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your healthcare provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service. If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 1-800-985-3059.
Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who do not have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services. You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees. Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your healthcare provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service. If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 1-800-985-3059.