I provide a brief consultation, free of charge, to understand your needs and determine if I am the best fit for you. Research indicates you will receive the best outcomes in therapy if you (as the patient) work with a provider you trust/feel connected with. After the initial connection, you can expect your first appointment via phone or Simple Practice (confidential online platform). You will complete intake paperwork, payment and all patient contact through this platform.

As a reminder, all services are provided via telehealth, predominantly the confidential online platform, Simple Practice. Due to licensing requirements, I am unable to provide these services to anyone out-of-state or country at the time of service. Completing the Informed Consent form acknowledges your understanding of the risks and benefits associated with telehealth, and acceptance of the risk that may be associated with this format of care.

Payment is made in full at the time services are rendered. I accept payment via credit card or debit card as all services are virtual (video or phone). Details related to payment will be provided once appointments are scheduled. All payment is completed through my online platform “Simple Practice.”

I am an “out of network provider” for insurance networks but will provide you a “Superbill” which you may use to request reimbursement. The coverage you receive is entirely dependent upon the plan that you have. I recommend that you contact your insurance company directly to determine your specific coverage.

Some questions that may be helpful in this conversation include:

1. Do I have mental health insurance benefits that cover psychotherapy?
2. Does my policy cover an out of network Licensed Psychologist? If so, what percentage is covered or what is the coverage amount per therapy session?
3. What is my deductible and has it been met?
4. Are my medical and mental health/behavioral health deductibles separate?
5. How many sessions per year does my health insurance cover?
6. Does the diagnosis matter? Are some diagnoses covered and others not?
7. What paperwork or forms do I need to submit for sessions to be covered?
8. Is approval required from my primary care physician?

You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical and mental health care will cost. Under the law, health care providers need to give clients who don’t have insurance, or who are not using insurance, an estimate of the expected charges for medical services.

You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency healthcare services, including psychotherapy services. You can ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule a service. If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. You will receive a copy of your Good Faith Estimate.

For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.