Fees & Policies
Individual Therapy Session Fees:
~$150 for per 50-minute sessions
~$90 sliding scale amount per 50-minute sessions (see below for additional information*)
No Show/Late Fees:
I kindly ask that cancellations be made by phone or email 24 hours before your appointment. Otherwise, the client will be charged the full session fee.
Every client gets 1 free no show/late cancel.
If my availability allows, you may choose to reschedule at another day/time during the same week and there will be no late cancellation fee.
Insurance and Private Payment
I cannot accept insurance and can only accept self-pay at this time.
Why Choose Self-Pay for Therapy?
Enhanced Privacy: Insurance companies typically require access to your sensitive medical information; self-pay provides greater confidentiality
Access to Your Chosen Therapist: You have the option of selecting the therapist of your choosing without worrying whether they are in-network with your selected insurance
Diagnosis-Free Treatment: Insurance often mandates a diagnosis, which may not be necessary or desired by all clients
Greater Flexibility: Allows for more flexible scheduling, sessions lengths, and treatment formats
Client-Driven Treatment: You and your therapist have more control over the treatment plan and duration when you’re not bound by insurance limitations
Cost Predictability: Self-pay eliminates complexities of insurance coverage, co-pays, deductibles, and pre-approvals, it can be simple and more straightforward arrangement
Methods of Payment
I accept cash, checks, and all major credit/debit cards.
Good Faith Estimate
Under Section 2799B-6 of the Public Health Service Act, healthcare providers are required to provide a good faith estimate of expected charges for items and services for self-pay clients.
*How Sliding Scale Works:
The Green Bottle Sliding Scale Method, developed by Alexis J. Cunningfolk is a fee structure designed to accommodate clients with different financial means. It is a flexible payment range instead of fixed price for services.
The Green Bottle Analogy: A Visual Guide to Sliding Scale Fees
Imagine a green bottle filled with marbles each representing a different payment level. The bottle is labeled with suggested payment ranges:
Full Price (100% of services): For those with financial security, property ownership, and substantial savings. As explained by Alexis J. Cunningfolk, if you are “able to pay for “wants” and spend little time worried about securing necessities in your life, you have economic privilege and power in our community. This price is for you.”
Examples: “I own my home or property OR I rent a higher-end property” ,I am employed or do not need to work to meet my needs”, I have regular access to health care”, “I may have some debt but it does not prohibit attainment of basic needs”.
Middle Cost (70%-50% of services): For individuals with steady income but potential financial strain, such as moderate debt or limited savings. They may experience financial strain, such as moderate debt or limited savings. They may experience financial stability but can generally cover basic needs.
Examples: “I may stress about meeting basic needs but still regularly achieve them”, I may have some debt but it does not prohibit attainment of basic needs”, “I own or lease a car”, “I am employed”, I am able to buy some new items & thrift others”.
Lower Tier (30%-10%): For individuals facing significant financial hardship, struggling to meet essential needs like housing, food, and healthcare. If you struggle to maintain access to basic needs, living paycheck to paycheck or are in significant debt you most likely belong in this category.
Examples: “I frequently stress about meeting basic needs & don’t always achieve them”, “I qualify for government assistance including food stamps & health care”, I have no or very expendable income”, “I am unemployed or underemployed”.