Frequently Asked Questions

What primary services do you offer?

As a mental health clinician, I offer psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and families, as well as group therapy. I also offer speaking packages, professional consultation for clinicians, and various other services. Click here to learn more. These services are provided via telehealth on a secure video platform, unless otherwise stated. 

What do you specialize in?

Some areas of interest include: anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship issues, parenting, grief, perinatal and women’s issues, stress, spirituality, grief, family conflict, tweens/teens, infertility, codependency, and coping skills. Contact for a free consultation to see if therapy with me would be a good fit. Therapy is not a “one size fits all”! It is important for you to feel comfortable with your clinician. 

What are the rates of your services?

$135 per 50 minute individual, couple, or family session
$200 per 90 minute extended session 
Group Therapy rates vary  (click here to learn more)

I accept major credit cards, debit, or Health Savings cards (check with your provider to ensure services are covered). I do not accept cash or check as sessions are currently only done remotely via Telehealth.

Limited reduced fee sessions available. Please inquire directly. 

You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your health care will cost. Under the law, health care organizations need to give patients who don’t 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 organization gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your health care organization, and any other organization 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.

What is a Good Faith Estimate? 

You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your health care will cost. Under the law, health care organizations need to give patients who don’t 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 organization gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your health care organization, and any other organization 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.

How can I pay for services?

Accepted payment forms are major credit cards (such as Master Card,  Discover, and Visa), Health Savings Account cards, check, or cash (exact amount, no change). Balance is charged following each service.  

If the client desires, therapist may provide a superbill for client to submit to insurance for services paid for. I am  considered an “out of network provider”.

 Many health savings accounts (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSA) will also cover the cost of therapy services. Please verify coverage of out-of-network benefits, HSA or FSA with your provider before scheduling your appointment. Clients are responsible for the difference not paid by insurance. Helpful questions to ask your insurance provider regarding your out-of-network coverage:

– What is my deductible for out-of-network benefits and has it been met?
– What is the reimbursement rate for an out-of-network provider?
– Is family therapy covered? If so, is a diagnosis required?
– How many outpatient mental health visits are covered per year?

Are you licensed?

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (License # MG61236799), and under the Supervision of Jessica Scales (License # LF60591454 ). 

How do I know if I need therapy?

Therapy can be beneficial to those experiencing mental illness, relationship struggles, difficulty adjusting, recovery from trauma, grieving after loss, and much more. If your mental health and emotions are impacting your daily life, you may want extra support. Therapy can be short term, long term, or as needed, depending on what you are experiencing and what you would like to accomplish. 

 One of my favorite resources for a deeper dive on this question is Therapy 101 from Monarch. Click here to access. 

What are Telehealth Sessions Like?

Telehealth sessions are video sessions with your therapist in a private location (such as your home, a quiet area outdoors, etc) of your choice. Click here for a quick introductory video about Simple Practice, our video platform, and here for a quick guide to what you can expect from telehealth. Additionally, telehealth sessions may not be for everyone, and we will go over some of the risks and benefits during our initial consultation or first session together. 

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