Q: Do you accept insurance?

I am currently a private-pay, out-of-network provider. While I don't accept insurance directly, your insurance plan may have out-of-network benefits, which means they'll reimburse you for a portion of the session cost, after you meet any deductible.

To make this easier for my clients, I've partnered with Thrizer to handle the out-of-network billing automatically. Using Thrizer, you may be able to pay only a copay for our sessions (post-deductible), rather than paying my full fee up front and waiting for reimbursements. During our intake process, I can help check your out-of-network benefits and how much your copay would be. 

You should also be aware that submitting claims for insurance reimbursement requires a mental health diagnosis, which becomes part of your medical record.  Insurance companies who provide reimbursement also maintain the right to view records, including session notes, at any time.  This is not a concern for many, but I believe it's important for you to make an informed decision about using insurance benefits.

Q: Do you offer in-person sessions?

I'm currently offering telehealth sessions only, and research has demonstrated that mental health care delivered remotely can be just as effective as meeting in person. Clients are often happy to skip driving and parking, and meet from the comfort and convenience of home, via a HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform. All you'll need is a stable internet connection, a computer or phone that can handle video calls, and a quiet space where we can speak privately.

Q: How frequently will we meet?

Weekly sessions are ideal for most clients, especially for those clients experiencing distress that may be affecting parts of their life. Weekly sessions can help maintain progress, and are especially useful at the start of therapy,  as I'm getting to know you, your goals, and how I can best support you.

Transitioning to biweekly sessions (every other week) can be appropriate for clients who are seeing improvement after an initial period of therapy. Biweekly sessions can also make sense for individuals or couples with challenging schedules. Meeting monthly or less frequently is not recommended, as it can be more difficult to follow up on goals and change treatment as needed.

Q: How do we get started?

The effectiveness of therapy often depends on a good match between client and therapist.  I offer a free 15-minute consultation so we can determine if we might be a good fit for one another. Feel free to reach out to schedule a time for us to meet to discuss what's bringing you to therapy, and how I can support you. Use the "Schedule a Consultation" button above, or email info@relatementalhealth.com.