Rates

Services

Diagnostic evaluation: $315 for the first session (53-minutes), $180 for each (53-minute) session after

The diagnostic evaluation (otherwise known as an intake) is typically completed over the course of two or three sessions (53-minute each). These sessions including gathering information on your history (ex. medical, psychiatric, developmental, etc.), current symptoms, administration of assessment tools, initial diagnosis, discussion of results, and development of your treatment plan.

Individual psychotherapy session: $180 (53-minutes each)

Some insurance plans offer Out-Of-Network (OON) benefits, which can save an average of 50-80% on our sessions together. Wondering if you have OON benefits? Use the calculator below to get an estimate:

Provider Consultation Session: $180 (53-minutes each)

I offer consultations for providers seeking information, guidance, and support for helping those with anxiety disorders, OCD, phobias, and trauma/PTSD. If you would like to learn more about how I can help, reach out to me via the contact form, and mention that you are interested in consultation in your message.

How Out-Of-Network Benefits Work

OON therapy doesn’t have to be unaffordable. I provide my clients with additional support to make specialized, high quality therapy easier to access. There are two options for using your benefits:

  1. Thrizer: You will pay for each session out-of-pocket until you reach your deductible. Thrizer will take care of the insurance side of things. All you have to do is attend therapy and let Thrizer handle the rest!
    • Thrizer Pay: Once you reach your OON deductible, Thrizer provides an option to only pay your co-insurance/copay upfront, and they will wait for insurance reimbursement. This means less upfront cost, making therapy more accessible so you do not have to continue paying the entire session cost each time we meet. (5% of session fee, this feature is not available for Blue Cross Blue Shield clients at this time). to insuranc so all you have to do is submitting the claims, tracking progress toward your deductible reimbursement, p
  2. Superbill: You will pay for each session in full, and I will provide you with a Superbill to submit to your insurance company. Once you reach your deductible, your insurance company will mail you a check reimbursing you for a portion of the session cost. This option is free. Please call your insurance provider directly for more information.

Helpful questions to ask your insurance provider:

  • Do I have out-of-network benefits?
  • Do my out-of-network benefits cover routine outpatient mental health services (also known as behavioral health)?
  • Is prior authorization required?
  • Do I have a deductible and has it been met?
  • Will telehealth sessions be covered if I use OON benefits?
  • What is the coverage amount per therapy session?
  • How do I submit Superbills?

These are just a few questions. If you are interested in exploring the option of using out-of-network benefits, I can provide you with a form to guide you in speaking with your insurance company.

Even if you have insurance, you do not have to use it and may decide to pay out-of-pocket for your psychotherapy services without submitting for potential reimbursement. 

Benefits to paying out-of-pocket for services:

  1. You are looking for a therapist with a specific skillset: While many therapists have experience treating disorders like anxiety and depression, finding someone who can help with more specific challenges or disorders may be more difficult.  You also may want someone with more expertise in certain types of treatments, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), other types of exposure therapies (such as interoceptive exposure for panic disorder), or EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing).
  2. You have a high deductible plan: If you have a high deductible (for example $5,000) and do not really have any other medical expenses to count toward it, you will have to pay up to $5,000 of therapy fees out of pocket before your copay applies.
  3. You have good out of network benefits: Some insurance plans may reimburse up to 80% of the therapy session fee if you use your out of network benefits, which may be comparable, or even more affordable than using in-network benefits and paying a standard copay. 
  4. You want highly personalized services: Insurance places limitations on your care.  By paying out of pocket, your therapist can provide you with more personalized services and creative treatment.  This can be especially helpful when doing exposure therapy for people with anxiety and OCD.
  5. You want additional privacy: When you choose not to use insurance, that is one less set of hands that your personal information is passed through.  If you are on an insurance plan with other family members and do not want them to know you are in therapy, you may want to pay out of pocket for the additional privacy.
  6. You don’t want to wait to start therapy: Therapists who take insurance tend to fill up fast, while those who are private pay may have more availability and flexibility.  This means starting treatment sooner and not having to sit on a waitlist for months.
  7. You found a great match!: The therapeutic relationship between a client and a therapist is so crucial to your care.  You want to feel comfortable talking to your therapist and confident in the care you are getting.  If you limit your search to only therapists who are in network with your insurance, you could be missing out on someone who specializes in the areas you are struggling with and is a great match for your personality. 

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I seek help?

The sooner the better! Just like with most physical health conditions, mental health issues tend to worsen the longer they go untreated. That being said, I know reaching out for help can be hard or even overwhelming. For now, just focus on taking that first step by contacting me today and we can walk through the process together. Get started

What can I expect in my first session?

In our first session, we will review some of the documentation you completed before your appointment, as well as the limits of confidentiality and any questions you may have. We will talk more in depth about the issues that led you to seek counseling, and some of the goals you want to achieve by coming to see me.

What are your rates like? Do you take insurance?

I accept self-pay (out of pocket) which enables me to provide the best care possible and offer treatment options that are not limited by insurance, and greater confidentiality. You may be able to receive reimbursement through your insurance company if you have out-of-network benefits. If you have out of network benefits, I work with a platform that can support you in using them for maximum reimbursement. View the rates for the different services I provide.