COST OF CARE AND HEALTH INSURANCE

TELEHEALTH PSYCHOTHERAPY SERVICES AVAILABLE

Due to COVID-19, currently all psychotherapy services are available through a HIPAA compliant video-conferencing platform.

UNDERSTANDING YOUR HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN

If you have a health insurance policy, it will usually provide all or some coverage for mental health treatment. However, it is very important that you find out exactly what mental health services your insurance policy covers. You should carefully read the section in your insurance coverage booklet or your insurance's website that describes mental health services covered in your plan. If you have questions about the coverage, call your plan administrator.

Currently, I am an in-network provider for Tufts Student Health Insurance (UnitedHealthcare StudentResources) and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts. I am also an out-of-network provider for other insurances. Those with an insurance that offers out-of-network benefits may be able to receive reimbursement for sessions. I can provide you statements for you to submit to your insurance for reimbursement. Please be sure to contact your insurance provider to request specific information about your plans reimbursement rate, deductible, and mental health coverage.

Some questions you could ask your insurance company:

Do I have in-network and out-of-network benefits for mental health coverage? What are they?

Do I have a deductible? What is it and how much of it have I met?

What is the co-pay for a session if I see an in-network provider?

What percentage of cost is covered in out-of-network coverage for mental health services?

What is the co-pay if I see an out-of-network provider?

How do I submit a request for reimbursement?

What is the reimbursement for CPT code 90834/90837 if I work with an out-of-network provider?

FEES

I accept cash, check, and all major credit cards. In addition to using health insurance, I also offer self pay and sliding scale options. My full self pay rates are listed below.

Insurance: I am an in-network provider with Tufts University Student Insurance Health Plan (UnitedHealthCare StudentResources) and an out-of-network provider for other insurances.

Individual Therapy

Initial Diagnostic Appointment (60 minutes) - $250

Follow up Appointments (50 minutes) - $275 per session

Couples Counseling

Initial Appointment (60 minutes) - $280

Follow up Appointments (60 minutes) - $295 per session

Cancellation Fees > 24 hours - Full fees

Workshops and Trainings (60 minutes) - $250

Sliding Scale: I reserve some slots for people experiencing financial hardship, including students. To inquire more about these slots please call or email me for details.

NO SURPRISES ACT AND THE GOOD FAITH ESTIMATE

The No Surprises Act, also known as No Surprise Billing, took into effect on January 1, 2022. This act is part of a legislative package that was passed in December 2020.

The good faith estimate is a notification of expected charges for a scheduled or requested service (or item).

You will be provided with a Good Faith Estimate for your services prior to scheduling an appointment if you are paying for services out of pocket or not using your insurance.

GROUP PSYCHOTHERAPY SESSION

Group session cost: $ 65 per session

Group Psychotherapy consists of 12 sessions of weekly appointments that are 90 minutes each. These appointments are sequential and require the client's commitment for attending the entire course of treatment. The group typically consists of about 5-8 members and members sign consent and confidentiality form unique to the context of group therapy services.

MEDICATION REFERRAL REQUEST

Referral to Psychiatry.

Therapy and medication together can help folks manage their symptoms better. I can help provide referrals and resources to help you get connected with a psychiatry provider if needed.

CLINICAL SUPERVISION & TRAINING

Supervision and consultation for pre-licensed doctoral and masters level therapists and trainings available to organizations and groups on clinical issues and client concerns.

Supervision of pre-licensed therapists in Massachusetts available.

I also provide training and outreach to individuals and organizations on various clinical topics such as, multicultural counseling, racial identity development, transgender mental health, cross-cultural psychology, working with culturally diverse populations and how to apply a social justice and decolonization framework in psychotherapy. Please contact me for specific cost for such trainings.