COST AND INFO

Rates

$150 - $225 for 60 mins (in person or telehealth)

Some types of sessions can be more effective with a longer timeframe. EMDR, family group, or critical issue sessions may fit this need and are discussed and agreed to as needed. General cost range for longer sessions is typically:

$225 - $300 for 90 mins

My goal as a therapist is to balance affordability for clients with differing abilities to pay a full private fee. At the same time, I want my practice to support and align with my needs and values: a sustainable practice, professional ethics, and my personal values of creating more financial accessibility, social justice and equity. If you are juggling costs to attend therapy, you are increasing your stress levels, which can be counter-productive to clinical outcomes.

Affordable rate is identified initially by you, through reflecting honestly on your specific expenses and life situation, and making a commitment to pay within the range of a full fee range. I use an adjustable scale of financial need, starting at $150 for a 60 minute session. This scale is negotiated, and is not the same as a “sliding scale” which is a specific amount assigned to provable income. I expect (and trust) that those who can afford to pay closer to the high range of my fee will do so. For clients with a very high financial need, I maintain a few openings on www.openpathcollective.com.

However we mutually agree on cost, it is confirmed in consent documents before a first session. I reevaluate my fees for all clients within 6 months to a year of date of start. 

Insurance

I am not currently enrolled on insurance panels. If you have insurance and would want to work with me, you can research if you have out-of-network benefits and any limitations of sessions. We will discuss how that may work for ongoing payment of your fees. Please be aware that I must give you a medical diagnosis for any use of insurance, and I can not guarantee future reimbursement to you by your insurance. In 2024, I will explore paneling with Medicare to increase access to clients 65 years old and up.

Good Faith Estimate/No Surprises Act

All clients obtaining mental health are entitled by law to receive an estimate of service cost before services begin. I will provide you with this required estimate and a link to the legislation policy at the start of treatment.

Cancellation Policy

I require a 24-hour notice if you cancel your appointment. I charge the pre-set fee for a no-show or late cancel, exclusive of emergencies. Specifics are discussed in my informed consent and fee agreement, completed before our first session.

Acceptable Payment Methods

Check, cash, Zelle, or credit card before the start of each session