moment of encounter, change happens.
Policies & Fees
Before Starting​
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Choosing to begin psychotherapy is a major commitment to yourself or to the family member you decide to sponsor. Careful consideration is necessary at the beginning of this process.
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Counseling begins with the assessment phase. During this phase, I will learn as much as I can about your difficulties and needs, and together we will discuss the goals of counseling, as well as a general plan for counseling.
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Counseling is a collaborative process between you and me. For best results, it is vital to attend regularly each week and to be open and talk freely during the counseling process.
Fees
Individual therapy sessions: 50 minutes
Couple and Family therapy sessions: 90 minutes
Depending on your needs, shortening or extending it can be accommodated.
50-minute Session: $180
90-minute Session: $280
Other services, on a pro-rated basis.
I offer limited sliding scale spots for clients that are in need. Please indicate your needs during inquiry.
Attendance Policy
After the assessment, if we agree to begin psychotherapy, I will usually schedule one or two sessions per week, at a time we agree on.
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If for some reason, you are unable to make it to the scheduled session, please contact me at least 24 hours in advance to cancel or reschedule. Otherwise, a full rate of the session fee will be charged.
Confidential Policy
The law protects the relationship between a client and psychotherapist. Any information cannot be disclosed without written permission.
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The exceptions of the laws include:
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If a client intends to harm him/herself, I will make every effort to ensure their safety. If they are unable to cooperate, I will have to take further measures without their permission that are provided to my by law in order to ensure their safety.
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Suspected child abuse, domestic violence or elder abuse. I am bound by law to report this to the appropriate authorities.
Payment & Insurance
I don’t accept insurance.
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Depending on your insurance, you may qualify for reimbursement. I provide superbills for you to submit
to insurance company for reimbursement. please note:
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I recommend that you contact your insurance carrier for information on their superbill process and reimbursement rates prior to beginning therapy with me. Please download the attachment form to make speaking with your insurance company easy!
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Full payment is requested at the end of each session. You will be responsible for paying me, regardless of your anticipated insurance reimbursement.
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I will provide you with a monthly superbill for possible reimbursement – directly to you – from your insurance carrier.