My practice focuses on assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of a variety of psychological difficulties. These include anxiety and mood disorders such as social anxiety, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, depression, and bipolar disorder. I have a particular specialization in the assessment and treatment of substance use disorders and co-occurring psychological challenges (sometimes referred to as dual diagnosis). I often work with family members whose loved one is experiencing challenges related to substances or other behavioral addictions.

Treatment length must be determined thoughtfully, with clear goals in mind, and tailored to you. Initial treatment plans are typically discussed at the end of the initial intake session, including frequency and length of appointments. For some, this means as little as 12 sessions, while for others a longer approach is most helpful.

I am happy to meet with patients in-person or by telehealth. This is something we will discuss on our initial consultation call. A HIPAA-compliant telemedicine platform is used for virtual visits. Clients have access to a mobile app to keep track of appointments. Virtual visits can be accessed via any computer or mobile device.

Current professional fees for each standard-length (50 minute) session of psychotherapy or psychological assessment $245. I am an “out-of-network” provider for all insurance companies. This provides us with greater flexibility in our work together and allows for a more tailored approach. This also means that clients are responsible for professional fees at the time of service. If your insurance company offers out-of-network benefits, you should receive some reimbursement for the cost of psychotherapy. This reimbursement is often quite substantial, and I encourage you to review your benefits with this in mind.

You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost. Under Section 2799B-6 of the Public Health Service Act, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services. You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees. Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or 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. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227).