FAQS

I am located in California and can work with anyone residing in California.

Online therapy allows clients to connect with therapists via the internet through video calls. It offers flexibility, convenience, and accessibility, making therapy more accessible to people who may have barriers to in-person sessions or time is an issue and choose not to travel to their appointments.

I offer online therapy exclusively, serving clients throughout California. Sessions are conducted through a secure video platform, allowing you to receive support from the comfort and privacy of your own space.

During your first therapy appointment, you can expect to discuss your reasons for seeking therapy, share relevant personal history, and begin to establish goals for treatment. I will ask questions to get to know you better and ensure they understand your concerns. It's a time to get to know you and start working towards your well-being goals.

The duration of therapy varies for each individual and depends on factors such as your goals, progress, and personal circumstances. Some people benefit from short-term therapy (a few sessions), while others may need longer-term support. My goal is to equip you with the tools to manage on your own, not to keep you in therapy longer than necessary. We will work together to determine the best timeline for your needs.

I currently accept Aetna, Cigna, Optum and Blue Shield of California.

You may have out-of-network benefits, which means that insurance will reimburse you for a portion of our session cost. I have partnered with Thrizer to handle the out-of-network process automatically for you. With Thrizer, you will only have to pay your co-insurance for our sessions, instead of paying my full fee and waiting for reimbursements. This can save you on average 70% upfront on our sessions. During our consultation call, I can help you verify if you have out-of-network benefits and connect you with Thrizer to verify your benefits.

Private-pay therapy offers flexibility in how you approach your mental health care. You can seek support without needing to use insurance benefits or meet an insurance company's medical necessity requirements for reimbursement.

Paying privately also means treatment information is not routinely submitted to an insurance company for claims processing. However, confidentiality remains subject to applicable laws and professional standards.

I welcome private-pay clients and offer superbills for those who wish to explore possible out-of-network reimbursement.

A good faith estimate is a written estimate that outlines the expected costs of therapy services. This helps you understand the financial aspects of therapy before starting treatment.