Payments, Fees & Insurance Information

Fees at a Glance
(For people who want the basics quickly)

  • I am an out-of-network, fee-for-service therapist
  • Sessions are virtual and due at the time of service
  • I do not accept insurance, Medicare, or Medicaid
  • I can provide a superbill for out-of-network reimbursement
  • 24-hour cancellation notice required

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Choosing a therapist is a meaningful investment, and understanding payment and fees upfront helps you decide whether we’re the right fit. Below you’ll find detailed information about my rates, payment policies, insurance reimbursement options, and alternatives for payment.

Insurance & Fee-for-Service Policy

I do not accept insurance and am considered an out-of-network, fee-for-service licensed clinical social worker.

I do my best clinical work when my time and resources are focused on treatment planning, client engagement, and high-quality care. Participating as an in-network provider requires extensive administrative work that can interfere with the depth and consistency of treatment.

All sessions are:

  • Fee-for-service
  • Out-of-network
  • Due at the time of service

While I do not submit insurance claims on your behalf, I can provide a medical superbill so you may request reimbursement directly from your insurance company if your plan allows. Reimbursement approval and amounts are determined solely by your insurer and cannot be guaranteed.

I do not participate in Medicare or Medicaid and do not provide Medicare “opt-out” letters.

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Rates & Fees

(All services are provided via virtual therapy unless otherwise noted)
Rates updated 1/1/25

Individual Therapy

  • Intake Session: $300
  • Individual Therapy, 38–52 minutes: $200
  • Individual Therapy, 53–90 minutes: $225
  • Individual Intensive Sessions (over 90 minutes): $250+

Couples & Family Therapy

  • Couples/Family Therapy, 30–60 minutes: $225
  • Couples/Family Therapy, 60–90 minutes: $250
  • Couples/Family Intensive Sessions (over 90 minutes): $300+

Additional Professional Services

  • Emergency or After-Hours Consultation (per 15-minute increment): $50
  • Consultation with Other Providers (per 15-minute increment): $25
  • Records Request (up to 20 pages): $10

Supervision

  • Supervision for LCSW Candidates (per hour, individual): $125
  • Supervision for CEDS Candidates (per hour, individual): $150

Speaking & Presentations

  • Live presentations (online or in person), per hour: $200
    Please contact me directly for information about recorded presentations.

Important Note About Other Platforms

For clients currently seeing me through Open Path, Project HEAL, Grow Therapy, or RULA Mental Health, fees are set by those platforms, and availability is limited.

Update as of 5/1/24: I am no longer accepting new clients using insurance through any platform. Current clients are not affected.

Payment Methods

Session fees are due at the time of service.

Accepted forms of payment:

  • Credit cards
  • Cash
  • Check
  • HSA/FSA cards with a major credit card logo

If using an HSA or FSA card for the first time, please bring an alternate form of payment in case of processing issues. Receipts are available upon request.

Cancellation Policy

Session space is limited and reserved specifically for you. To ensure access for all clients, 24 hours’ notice is required for cancellations.

  • Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice and no-shows are billed the full session fee
  • Cancellation and no-show fees cannot be submitted to insurance

Please plan to attend your scheduled appointment whenever possible.

Alternatives for Payment

I reserve a limited number of sliding-scale spots and work with:

These services require setting up an account directly through their platforms. Availability is limited, and you may be referred to another provider if I do not have openings.

Submitting Claims for Out-of-Network Reimbursement

Some insurance plans offer partial reimbursement for out-of-network virtual therapy. Coverage varies by insurer and plan.

I recommend contacting your insurance company directly to ask about your benefits. Upon request, I can provide a medical superbill for you to submit for reimbursement.

Some clients choose to use Mentaya, a service that helps navigate out-of-network benefits and reimbursement questions.

Questions to Ask Your Insurance Company

  • Do I have out-of-network benefits to see an LCSW?
  • What percentage of services are covered?
  • Is preauthorization required?
  • What is my deductible, and how much has been met?
  • How many sessions are covered, and over what timeframe?
  • Are virtual sessions covered the same as in-person therapy?
  • What forms are required, and how do I submit them?

Common CPT Codes

  • 90791 – Intake / Diagnostic Evaluation
  • 90834 – Individual Therapy (38–52 minutes)
  • 90837 – Individual Therapy (53–60 minutes)
  • 90847 – Couples/Family Therapy

Good Faith Estimate Notice

You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate explaining the expected cost of your mental health care.

Under federal law, healthcare providers must provide an estimate of expected charges for non-emergency services for clients who do not have insurance or are not using insurance.

You may request a Good Faith Estimate before scheduling services or at any time during care.

If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you may dispute the charge.

For more information, visit cms.gov/nosurprises or call 800-985-3059.