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Frequently Asked Questions
Where do we meet?
I offer both online and in person therapy for individuals residing in California. I have availability on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday for online therapy and have in person appointments in my San Mateo office on Wednesday and Friday. ​​
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What are your fees?
A standard 50-minute therapy session is $250. I offer a sliding scale based on financial need.
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What payment do you accept?
To simplify the payment process, a credit card is kept securely on file in Simple Practice (Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover) which will be automatically billed on the same day as your session.
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Do you accept insurance?
I do not take insurance and am an out-of-network provider. I can provide superbills, which are customized invoices for potential insurance reimbursement.
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How do I know if insurance will reimburse me?
Some insurance plans offer possible reimbursement for out-of-network mental health providers, covering a certain percentage of the costs. You can reach out to you insurance provider and ask these questions:
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Do I have a mental or behavioral health policy with out-of-network benefits?
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What is the coverage amount/percentage per therapy session? You can ask specifically about reimbursement for CPT code 90834.
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What is my responsibility/copay for each session?
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Do I have an out-of-network deductible?
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How much of my out-of-network deductible has been met?
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What is the start date of the calendar year my out-of-network policy is based on?
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How does therapy work?
In therapy we start by discussing your current questions or challenges that have you seeking treatment at this time. I ask questions about your past and current social, educational, medical, and family history as well as your cultural identities in order to better understand you within the many contexts of your life. We collaboratively work together to come up with treatment goals and discuss any potential diagnosis, if relevant. Therapy itself requires you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and actions. It helps to be curious about yourself and open to trying new strategies and tools to make positive changes in your life. The duration of therapy depends on your treatment goals, and we will discuss treatment progress throughout.
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How do we get started?
Please complete this form for a free,15 minute phone consultation. During this call, we’ll have a conversation to determine if we’re a good fit to work together. I look forward to connecting with you.
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