FEES AND INSURANCE
Therapy asks something of us. It takes time, attention, vulnerability, and yes—money. The fee you pay supports not only our time together, but the preparation, training, care, and ongoing professional development that make this work possible.
I recognize that the financial cost of therapy is significant. I aim to be transparent about fees and insurance so you can make an informed decision about whether working together is sustainable for you.
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My current fee is $250 for a 50-minute individual psychotherapy session.
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I don’t accept insurance directly, but you may be able to use HSA or FSA funds toward the cost of therapy. If you meet criteria for a mental health diagnosis, I can also provide a monthly superbill for you to submit to your insurance company for possible out-of-network reimbursement. Coverage varies quite a bit, so it’s worth checking with your plan to see what your out-of-network mental health benefits include.
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I’ve chosen not to participate directly with insurance so that therapy can stay centered on you rather than on the requirements of an insurance company. Insurance often requires a diagnosis and may shape what kinds of care are considered medically necessary. Working out of network gives us more room to follow the pace, depth, and direction of the work in a way that feels clinically meaningful, while also protecting more of your privacy and choice.
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If you think we might work well together but the standard rate is out of reach, please feel free to contact me. I’m sometimes able to offer a reduced rate, with priority given to BIPOC and LGBTQ+ clients experiencing financial barriers to care.
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KAP sessions are billed at your regular therapy rate based on the length of the session. For example, at my full fee, a 3-hour KAP session is $750.
HSA/FSA funds and insurance reimbursement can’t be used for the ketamine-assisted sessions themselves. Preparation and integration sessions, however, are standard 50-minute psychotherapy sessions and may be eligible in the same way as other therapy sessions.
There may also be a separate cost for the medical evaluation and ketamine prescription, depending on the prescribing provider.
AVAILABILITY OF “GOOD FAITH ESTIMATE”
You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical and mental health care will cost. Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the expected charges for medical services, including psychotherapy services.
You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency healthcare services, including psychotherapy services. You can ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule a 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.