Frequently Asked Questions
1. How long will I/we be in counseling?
That really depends on your situation but it important to think in terms of months instead of weeks, therapy takes time and work—remember this: Your wellbeing is worth it!
2. How much does it cost?
The price is 200$/50 min for individual counseling and 250$/60 min for couple /family/relationship counseling. If you consider family therapy or relationship coaching that includes 3 or more people the session starts at 300$/80 min
3. Do you take insurance? Can I use my HSA for therapy?
I do not take insurance and accept private pay only. Yes, you can use HSA funds for therapy services. It is possible that your insurance may reimburse you for out-of-network therapy services from the licensed clinical psychologist — check with them first. For this purpose, I provide a superbill that will have your diagnosis and sessions time.
4. Why is therapy so expensive?
The path to becoming a licensed psychologist is expensive and the costs involved in running a business are considered as well. Insurance companies are for-profit organizations and they reimburse for the therapy an amount which leads to a really high workload. I choose to put the quality first, so I can provide a highly tailored service, be focused and involved, remember your children’s names, and can easily assess your progress because I remember Your situation. Please consider the cost of therapy as an investment in yourself and if you are working on your relationship, counseling usually saves you tons of money in lawyer fees.
5. Can I/we do counseling online? Is it as effective? Does it take longer?
Online therapy is definitely possible and it is effective for individual, couples, and other relationships counseling. It does not take longer. In order for it to be effective, it is important that each person is in a quiet, private environment and that the therapist and each client are able to see each other on the screen. I offer free fifteen-minute video consultations; you can get a feel if this type of therapy will work for you.
6. I have a significant other and we need couples therapy. What if they don’t want to participate in therapy?
Relationship therapy for one is a common path that many people take and that can be quite effective. You are part of the relationship system and positive changes that you make in your life as a result of therapy have positive effects on your relationship. Additionally, oftentimes after a handful of sessions, the other partner notices these changes and becomes more interested in attending counseling sessions with you.
7. How often will I be going to therapy?
Initially, once-a-week sessions are quite effective and that will progress to monthly maintenance sessions until you feel that you no longer require therapy. The goal of therapy is for you to acquire the tools so that you can manage your difficulties on your own and no longer need my assistance.
8. Do you give a “homework” and how it looks like?
Some people want a more structured approach and a “homework” and some prefer less directive cooperation and that is OK. Therapy involves a lot of feelings; the goal is to learn how to manage your feelings in a healthy way—the path to do this can be structured or it can be a more fluid approach, it can be a combination of the two. Your personal homework will reflect your personal situation and the learning style that best works for you.
9. Do you have other questions?
Please contact me and will schedule a free consultation!