Policies
Confidentiality: In keeping with ethical standards of the National Association of Social Workers and state and federal law, all services I provide are kept confidential, except as noted below. At times, I may consult as needed with supervisors or colleagues about the best way to provide the assistance that you might need. As required by social work practice guidelines and current standards of care, I keep records of your therapy. Neither the fact that you seek therapy, nor any information disclosed in therapy sessions will be disclosed except as requested by you and as noted in the exceptions below.
I have a legal responsibility to disclose patient information without prior consent when a patient is likely to harm him/herself or others unless protective measures are taken, when there is reasonable suspicion of abuse of children, dependent adults or the elderly, when a client lacks the capacity to care for him or herself, and when there is a valid court order for the disclosure of client files. Fortunately, these situations are infrequent. Please consult with me if you have any questions about confidentiality.
Cancellation Policy: Consistency is essential for effective therapy. However, if you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment, please notify me as soon as possible. You are responsible for paying the full amount of your session when less than 24-hours notice has been given. Thank you for respecting my time that has been set aside specifically for you.
Fees: When thinking about the cost of psychotherapy please consider that therapy is a serious investment in yourself, your relationships, career, and sense of well-being. An individual 50 minute session is $250. My fee is due at the time of your session unless alternative arrangements are made. I accept cash, Venmo, or credit card.
Insurance: I am currently not an in-network provider with any insurance carrier. However, I qualify as an out-of-network provider with most insurance companies. What this means is that if you qualify for out-of-network benefits, you would pay me directly, and I would supply you with the necessary documentation to make for a hassle-free process for direct reimbursement from your insurance carrier to you. If you are not sure whether or not your insurance provides out-of-network benefits, call them and ask the following:
•Do I have mental health benefits included in my plan? If yes, ask...
•Do I have out-of-network benefits? If yes, ask...
•Do I have a deductible? If so, how much is it? Has any of it been met at this point?
•Is there a limit on number of sessions?
•What is my rate of reimbursement?
•Is approval required from my primary care physician in order to obtain benefits?
If it all seems confusing, ask me, I'll help you figure it out!