All sessions can be booked on the hour between 10am - 5pm Eastern Time (7am - 2pm Pacific) Monday through Friday.

FEES:

• My current rate is $180 for each 50-minute individual session. 

• I accept payments via credit/debit card. Payment is due at the time of each session. You will be expected to keep a current card on file via my secure Electronic Health Record.

• I aim to offer therapy that’s both accessible and thoughtfully tailored to each person I work with. My fees reflect the time, training, and care I bring to our sessions—not just during the hour we spend together, but in the ongoing attention I give to your progress, planning, and growth.

• I know therapy can be a financial stretch for some, and I want to help where I can. I offer a limited number of sliding-scale spots based on financial need. If cost is a concern, feel free to reach out—we can talk about what might be possible.

INSURANCE:

• I’m in-network with some insurance plans. Reach out to ask me about my current participation.

• If I’m not in-network with your insurance, you can still work with me using Out-of-Network benefits. Many PPO plans offer partial reimbursement for therapy. You’ll pay for sessions upfront, and I’ll provide a monthly invoice (called a “superbill”) that you can submit to your insurance. Coverage and reimbursement rates vary, so it’s a good idea to check with your provider to understand your out-of-network benefits.

Knowing the right questions can be essential to getting clear on your coverage, what’s included, and what you might be responsible for. I share the below ideas because it’s important to me that clients have access to transparent, upfront information about the cost of care. By getting these kinds of questions answered, there will likely be fewer surprises and more room to focus on the work that really matters.

IN-NETWORK BENEFITS

• What’s my deductible for in-network mental health benefits?

• Is there a limit on sessions my plan will cover per year?

  • If Yes, How many?

• Does my policy cover 60 minute sessions?

  • If yes, how many?

• How much is my co-payment for mental health services?

• What is the policy year (i.e. Jan 1 – Dec 31)?

• Does my plan require pre-authorization for psychotherapy?

• Do I have out-of-network mental health benefits?

OUT-Of-NETWORK BENEFITS

• Does my plan include “out-of-network” coverage for mental health?

• Is there an annual deductible for out-of-network mental health benefits?

  • If so, how much?

• Is there a limit on the number of sessions your plan will cover per year?

  • If Yes, How many?

• Is there a limit on out of pocket expenses per year?

• What is my co-insurance percentage for mental health services?

• Does my plan require pre-authorization for psychotherapy?

• What is the policy year (i.e. Jan 1 – Dec 31)?

• Does my plan require a referral for psychotherapy?

• What is the reasonable and customary fee for my county?

(Reasonable and customary fee the amount that your plan determines is the normal range of payment within a given geographic area)

At this time I am only offering teletherapy, working with adults located in Maryland and California. Virtual sessions provide flexibility, comfort, and accessibility—whether you’re at home, at work, or anywhere you can find some quiet and privacy. Many clients find that teletherapy makes it easier to stay consistent with sessions, while still offering the depth and connection that therapy provides. Come as you are. Pajamas welcome.

It’s completely normal to feel nervous or unsure when you’re thinking about starting therapy. You don’t need to be in crisis or have everything figured out to begin. Therapy is a space to explore your thoughts and feelings with someone who listens without judgment. Sometimes, just being curious and open to the process is enough to start meaningful change.

Our first session is a low-pressure opportunity for us to get to know one another and talk about what’s bringing you in. We’ll explore what’s been feeling challenging, what you’re hoping for, and any questions you have about how I work. It’s a collaborative process, and we’ll go at your pace. If at any point something doesn’t feel quite right, we can talk about it and adjust. And if it turns out this isn’t the right fit, I’m always happy to offer referrals and help you find someone who feels like a better match. You’re in control of the journey—and you don’t have to navigate it alone.

There’s no fixed timeline for therapy. Some people come for a few months to work through a specific challenge, while others stay longer to explore deeper patterns or navigate ongoing transitions. We typically meet once a week, and sessions are 50 to 55 minutes long. In Humanistic and Existential therapy, progress is measured by how you experience your life—feeling more connected to yourself, more present in relationships, and more able to navigate difficult emotions with clarity and intention. We’ll check in regularly about what feels helpful, what’s shifting, and what kind of support you need going forward. Therapy moves at your pace, and we’ll make decisions about its length together based on what feels most meaningful to you.

Good Faith Estimate

You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical/behavioral healthcare will cost.

Under the No Surprises Act (H.R. 133 – which will go into effect on January 1, 2022), health care providers need to give clients or patients who do not have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services.

This Good Faith Estimate shows the costs of items and services that are reasonably expected for your health care needs for an item or service. The estimate is based on information known at the time the estimate was created.

You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes (under the law/when applicable) related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees.

The Good Faith Estimate does not include any unknown or unexpected costs that may arise during treatment. You could be charged more if complications or special circumstances occur. If this happens, federal law allows you to dispute (appeal) the bill.

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

You may contact the health care provider or facility listed to let them know the billed charges are higher than the Good Faith Estimate. You can ask them to update the bill to match the Good Faith Estimate, ask to negotiate the bill, or ask if there is financial assistance available.

You may also start a dispute resolution process with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). If you choose to use the dispute resolution process, you must start the dispute process within 120 calendar days (about 4 months) of the date on the original bill.

There is a $25 fee to use the dispute process. If the agency reviewing your dispute agrees with you, you will have to pay the price on this Good Faith Estimate. If the agency disagrees with you and agrees with the health care provider or facility, you will have to pay the higher amount.

Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate within the following timeframes:

• If the service is scheduled at least three business days before the appointment date, no later than one business day after the date of scheduling;

• If the service is scheduled at least 10 business days before the appointment date, no later than three business days after the date of scheduling; or

• If the uninsured or self-pay patient requests a good faith estimate (without scheduling the service), no later than three business days after the date of the request. A new good faith estimate must be provided, within the specified timeframes if the patient reschedules the requested item or service.

The No Surprises Act has a universal waiver form required; may view the PDF of a sample universal CMS waiver here.

This is the public disclosure of the “Good Faith Estimate”

Note: A Good Faith Estimate is for your awareness only. It does NOT involve you needing to make any type of commitment or to follow through on receiving mental health services at my practice.

To learn more and get a form to start the process, go to www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 800-985-3059. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate or the dispute process, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 800-985-3059. Keep a copy of this Good Faith Estimate in a safe place or take pictures of it. You may need it if you are billed a higher amount.