How to enter Your Therapeutic Space

Our approach to services is grounded in understanding the unique circumstances of individuals. 
We hope to work with all interested in the benefits of a therapeutic space.

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What should I expect in my first session?

Initial therapy sessions typically entail clients talking to the clinician about what led them to seek treatment and any previous experience(s) in therapy.  The clinician and the client will work together to develop goals for treatment based on the information shared.  During this session the clinician also provides information regarding their therapeutic approach and confidentiality and its limits.

How long does therapy take?

Everyone is unique and so are their circumstances, so there is no way to determine how long each client will need to work through the feelings and challenges that led them to seek treatment. The clinicians are committed to working with clients to create a safe therapeutic space so clients can take the time needed.

How often do I have to come in?

 Sessions generally take place once a week.

Does what we talk about in therapy remain confidential?

Therapy is a sacred space and privacy is a client’s right in that space. Confidentially in therapy ensures that participation in treatment and the information discussed in sessions remain private.
However, it is important to note that there are limits to confidentiality. As licensed psychotherapists, we are required to break confidentiality if we believe a client is a threat to themselves or others. 
Confidentiality is also limited for clients whose treatment is being covered by insurance. Clinicians have to reveal information about treatment to insurers in order for the clients’ treatment to be covered. This information is typically limited to the diagnosis being treated and medication related to treatment.

What if I need to cancel my appointment?

Your appointment time is reserved for you. Cancelations made less than 24 hours in advance will be subject to a fee of a full priced session.

Individual psychotherapy is $175 for a 50 minute session

Couples and Family psychotherapy $225 for a 60 minute session  

Sliding scale based on your individual/family income is available; however, there are limited numbers of these slots. Fees will be set prior to your attending the first session.  Fees for services are due at your therapy appointment. 

Cash, check and all major credit cards are accepted.

In-Network
Your therapy sessions may be covered by your health insurance company. We are in-network providers with:
Aetna
Cigna
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Optum
Oscar Health
United Healthcare
Oxford Health Plans
 
Your clinician will bill these insurance companies directly, but you are responsible for any co-pay, deductible or co-insurance. 
We recommend calling the number for behavioral health on the back of your insurance card to verify what is covered.
When you call you may want to ask the following questions:
  • What are my mental health benefits?
  • What is my deductible? Has it been met?
  • Is there a limit to the number of times I can have therapy?
  • What is my co-pay? How much is my co-insurance?
 
Out-of-network
If you do not have one of the health insurances listed above, your clinician may be able to see you as an out-of-network provider. 
Your clinician will provide you with a paid-in-full invoice complete with procedure code, diagnosis code, and service provider tax ID information for you to file with your insurance company. 
Please contact your insurance company regarding its policy on reimbursement for out-of-network psychotherapy. 
Here are a list of questions that you can ask when you reach out to your provider:
  • Do I have out-of-network mental health/behavioral health benefits?
  • How much is my deductible?
  • After the deductible, what percentage of the fees will be covered per session? 
Reimbursement example:
If your reimbursement rate is 75% and the session fee is $175, you would be reimbursed about $131. That means after meeting your deductible, you would be paying about $44 per session, which isn’t really much different from most co-pays for in-network mental health benefits that are usually between $20-$50. 

Good Faith Estimate Notice: As of January 1, 2022, all therapists are required to post this notice.

Notice to current and prospective clients

  • Under the new federal No Surprises Act, health care providers need to give clients who are not using insurance an estimate of the expected charges for medical services, including psychotherapy.

  • You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency healthcare services, including psychotherapy.

  • You can ask your health care provider for a Good Faith Estimate before your first session, or at any time during treatment.

  • If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. So you might want to save a copy or photo of your Good Faith Estimate if you get one.

  • For more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, or how to dispute a bill, see your Estimate or www.cms.gov/nosurprises.

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