Question 1

What is Therapy?

Accepted Answer

Psychotherapy (sometimes called talk therapy) refers to a variety of treatments that aim to help a person identify and change troubling emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. Through your relationship with your therapist, you’ll work to identify and understand how these stressors are impacting your life, plus develop strategies to manage or eliminate the symptoms.

Question 2

How long are the Therapy sessions?

Accepted Answer

Individual sessions: 50 minutes
Couples Sessions: 50 minutes (75 minutes situational)
Group Sessions: 1.5 hours- 2 hours

Question 3

What can I expect in a first session?

Accepted Answer

The first session is called an intake session. In your first session, we will review your paperwork and inform you about your client rights and responsibilities. Your therapist will ask you many questions during your first session because they want to make sure they understand your goals, concerns, day-to- day functioning, and your history. The first 1-3 sessions are more question heavy because your therapist really wants to get a sense of who you are and how your concerns are impacting you. Your therapist will also want to collaborate with you to identify your treatment goals.

Question 4

What is the cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

Sessions canceled less than 24-hours before the scheduled time and not rescheduled in the same calendar week, will be billed for. Rescheduling is at the therapist's discretion.

Question 5

What are your fees?

Accepted Answer

Individual Therapy: $120. Couples Therapy: $150. 
Limited Sliding Scale Slots Available.

Question 6

How long will I be in Therapy?

Accepted Answer

Everyone’s circumstances are unique to them and the length of time therapy can take to allow you to accomplish your goals depends on your desire for personal development, your commitment, and the factors that are driving you to seek therapy. Some clients have a very specific problem that can be worked through in a set course of sessions. For others, therapy may be treating a more complex set of problems or an in-depth issue that may require a longer commitment on the client's part to achieve results. Some find that therapy is an ongoing learning process that helps them maintain a better sense of self-awareness and support to help them achieve their life goals. I encourage you not to put a timeline on your healing.

Question 7

Do you take health insurance?

Accepted Answer

I ONLY take Aetna health insurance. For all other insurances, I can provide a SuperBill. (receipt for service)

Question 8

What questions should I ask my insurance company?

Accepted Answer

Does my plan cover out-of-network providers of mental health services?
If so, what amount or percentage of the fees are covered?
Do I have a deductible? If so, how much is it?
Is there a limit to the number of sessions that may be covered?
Is pre-authorization required?
What information do they require for reimbursement?
Are specific diagnoses required for me to be reimbursed?
What credentials does a provider need to have in order to be reimbursed or is it possible to be reimbursed for a provisionally licensed therapist who is properly supervised? (I am an Associate Marriage Family Therapist. While many insurance companies do reimburse for their services, some do not).

Question 9

When do I pay for my therapy sessions?

Accepted Answer

Sessions are paid at the time of service. Payments are made through your online portal on Simple Practice.

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