Rates & Insurance

Investment in Your Care

Individual sessions are $165 (45 minutes). Couples sessions are $225 (50 minutes). Payment is due at the time of your session and is processed securely through SimplePractice. I accept credit cards, debit cards, FSA, and HSA.

I know cost is a real consideration — especially right now. I want to make sure you have all the information you need to figure out what works for your family before we even have a first conversation.

Do you take insurance?

I’m not paneled with any insurance companies, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you’re paying full price out of pocket. There are a few ways to make your sessions more affordable.

Out-of-Network Reimbursement

Many insurance plans — including PPOs — offer out-of-network benefits for mental health care. Depending on your plan, a meaningful portion of the fee may come back to you after you submit a superbill (a detailed receipt I provide after each session).

To find out what you’re entitled to, call the member services number on the back of your insurance card and ask:

• “What are my out-of-network mental health benefits?”
• “What is my out-of-network deductible, and how much have I met?”
• “What is the allowed amount for a 45- or 50-minute therapy session?”

That last question matters — reimbursement is calculated as a percentage of their “allowed amount,” which may differ from my fee.

Check Your Benefits Instantly

Not sure what your plan covers? You can check your out-of-network benefits directly through Mentaya before committing to anything:

Check My Benefits

It takes just a few minutes and gives you a clear picture of what reimbursement might look like for you.

Mentaya: Reimbursement Without the Hassle

I’ve partnered with Mentaya to make the insurance reimbursement process as simple as possible. Mentaya handles the paperwork, submits your claims, and follows up with your insurance company directly — so you don’t have to.

Mentaya may be a good fit if you:

• Have out-of-network benefits but aren’t sure how to use them
• Feel overwhelmed by superbills and insurance paperwork
• Have submitted superbills before but didn’t get reimbursement
• Simply want someone else to handle it

Here’s how it works:

1. Sign up and check your benefits at mentaya.co
2. Our practice enters your sessions into the platform
3. Mentaya submits your claim and handles any insurance follow-up
4. You receive your reimbursement directly

Mentaya charges a 5% fee per claim — and it’s risk-free. If your claim isn’t successfully submitted, they refund their fee in full.

FSA and HSA Accounts

Good news — if you’re paying by FSA or HSA card, you can use it directly at checkout through SimplePractice. No reimbursement process needed. This is often the simplest way to reduce your out-of-pocket cost using pre-tax dollars you’ve already set aside.

A Note on Using Insurance for Therapy

If you’re considering submitting claims through insurance, it’s worth knowing that reimbursement requires a formal mental health diagnosis and a determination that services are “medically necessary.” Your insurer may also have access to your treatment dates and, in some cases, clinical information. I’m happy to talk through what this means for your situation — there’s no one-size-fits-all answer, and I’d rather you have the full picture.

Cancellation Policy

I hold your appointment time specifically for you. If you need to cancel or reschedule, please let me know at least 24 hours in advance by phone at (571) 635-5855 or by email.

• Cancellations with less than 24 hours notice: $75
• No-shows or  same day cancellations : full session fee

This policy applies consistently so that I’m not in the position of evaluating individual circumstances — it’s fairer for everyone that way. Late cancellation fees are not reimbursable by insurance.

Your Right to a Good Faith Estimate

You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency healthcare services, including psychotherapy services. You can ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule a service.

If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.

I will also cover this information in our consultation to answer any questions you may have. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.

Still have questions about cost?

Please reach out before letting finances be the reason you don’t get support. I’d rather talk it through with you directly.