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working together
sessions
I offer weekly sessions at a regularly scheduled appointment time, which are conducted online via Zoom, or in-person at my San Francisco or Marin offices.
regularity
Therapy is a commitment to yourself, and coming regularly is part of what creates possibility and sustainable change. Once we agree to work together, I commit to holding a slot specifically for you, which will not be offered to anyone else seeking treatment. Coming to your weekly session is important as it allows us work towards your goals and ensures I can continue to reserve your place in my practice.
fees
Individuals: $160 for weekly, 50-minute sessions
Couples: $190 for weekly, 50-minute sessions; prorated for 75-minute sessions
I believe therapy should be accessible and therefore reserve a limited number of reduced-fee spaces for folks experiencing significant financial struggle. Please note that my sliding scale slots are currently full. If you’d like to be added to the waitlist, please fill out the form on my contact page and note the approximate amount you can pay each week. I’ll be in touch if something opens up.
payment
Payment is due each session by debit or major credit card, or Health Savings/Flexible Spending cards. While I don’t accept insurance directly, I can provide you with a detailed invoice (superbill) if you are able to receive reimbursement for out-of-network providers, or if you have a health savings account (HSA) or flexible spending account (FSA) through your employer. Many PPO plans will reimburse a portion of out-of-network costs, depending on your coverage, so call your insurance company to check your benefit amount.
cancellations
I have a 48-workday-hour cancellation policy. Weekend days are not included in the cancellation window. Monday sessions must be canceled by Thursday of the prior week, and Tuesday sessions must be canceled by Friday of the prior week. You will be charged for the session if you cancel within the 48-workday-hour window.
let’s get started!
FAQ
what can I expect when starting therapy?
During our first session we’ll go over logistics and I’ll answer any questions you might have. I’ll also be interested to hear if you’ve had prior experiences with therapy, what they were like, and what you hope to gain from our work together. If you feel nervous it’s okay! We’ll be getting to know each other and it’s normal to feel this way with someone new.
Our following few meetings will be about my learning more about your life, which will help me better understand your challenges so I can best help. After that, our sessions will focus on what you feel is important to talk about each week, with my supporting you in exploring those topics.
how much time should I commit?
The length of therapy is different for each person and is based on your reasons for seeking therapy, your goals, motivation to change, as well as consistency and commitment to the process. Ultimately, how long you decide to be in therapy is up to you. I work collaboratively and am committed to empowering my clients in making decisions aligned with their inner wisdom in all areas of their lives, including their treatment.
is it confidential?
There are laws that protect the communication between a client and therapist, therefore everything you share with me is confidential. There are a few exceptions to this wherein therapists are required to act in accordance with mandated reporting laws. This includes if there is reason to believe you intend to commit serious physical harm to yourself or others, or if children or elders are being abused and it’s likely to happen again.
how are fees determined?
Fees for therapy differ based on factors including geographical location, the experience of the therapist, whether you are seeing someone in private practice or a community clinic, and if you are using insurance or not. My rates are commensurate with those of other local psychotherapists in private practice with my training and experience. Fees cover our weekly sessions as well as research and preparation time, ongoing training, and clinical consultation to ensure I’m providing you with effective, high-quality care.
good faith estimate/‘no surprises’ act
Under Section 2799B-6 of the Public Health Service Act You have a 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 total cost associated with any non-emergency medical services, including psychotherapy services. Each person or couple engages in the process of psychotherapy differently, based on their own needs and goals, therefore the duration can vary significantly. Although it is difficult to determine the true length of treatment for mental healthcare, each client has a right to decide how long they would like to participate in psychotherapy. Since I request payment at the time of service, you should not receive a bill unless you have not paid for a service when rendered. However, if you were to receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, the law states 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.