FAQs

I currently take Medicare (NO Medicare Advantage Plans). I also take Aetna, Cigna, Anthem Blue Cross California, Blue Shield of California, and Quest Behavioral Health through Headway. I also work with two EAPs, Lyra and Spring Health. Please contact your employer to see if you have EAP benefits.

I take credit cardsand Health Savings Account.

If your insurance plan has out-of-network (OON) benefits, then I can provide you with a super bill that you can submit to your insurance for possible partial reimbursement. If you are unsure if you have OON benefits, I will ask you to call your insurance directly to provide you with the most up-to-date information on your benefits.

My fee is $150 per 50-minute session. This fee may be adjusted based on your income. Prior to starting sessions, the fee will be discussed and agreed upon. All session fees are due at the time of service.

Limited reduced fee slots are available for low-income students, please inquire during initial consultation.

You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost.

As of January 1, 2022, under Section 2799B-6 of the Public Health Service Act, health care providers 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 provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 3 business days before your medical service or item. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider 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.

I primarily see clients via telehealth sessions; however, we can discuss in-person options.

When you reserve a specific or a standing appointment time, you are responsible to pay that session fee, unless you cancel at least 24 hours ahead of time. If you cancel with less than 24-hour notice or do not show up to your scheduled session, then you will be responsible for payment of $50.00.

I offer 10-15min free consultation prior to scheduling your first session with me. This consultation serves as a “interview” process in which we get to know a bit about each other and can assess if I am the right person for your needs or if you are the right person for the services that I provide. You are open to ask me any questions and together we can decide if we are the right fit for each other.

I offer individual and family therapy. I also offer parent training/education.

Find more info on my services page.

I am unable to provide 24-hour crisis service. In the event that you are feeling unsafe or require immediate medical or psychiatric assistance, you should call 911, or go to your nearest emergency room.