Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 💡
📍 What insurance plans do you accept?
I currently accept the following insurance plans:
✅ Aetna
✅ Aetna Medicare
✅ Ambetter
✅ Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
✅ BCBS Medicare
✅ Carelon Behavioral Health
✅ Cigna
✅ Cigna EAP
✅ Humana Medicare
✅ Medicare
✅ Optum
✅ Optum EAP
✅ Oscar
✅ Oxford
✅ Quest Behavioral Health
✅ United Healthcare
✅ United Healthcare Medicare
Other Plans:
✅ Tricare – I am a certified non-network provider with Tricare. This means I can see Tricare patients, but out-of-network benefits will apply, and authorization from your PCM (primary care manager) may be required prior to starting services.
💡 This list also includes most out-of-state Blue Cross Blue Shield plans, including Anthem, Florida Blue, and the Federal Employee Program (FEP)!
💰 Co-Pays & Balances: All co-pays and outstanding balances are due at the time of session.
💳 Private Pay Rate: If you do not have insurance, self-pay sessions are:
✔ Initial evaluation: $150
✔ 60-minute therapy session: $125
✔ 45-minute therapy session: $100
Additional time beyond 60 minutes is billed at $30 per 15-minute increment. This includes any clinical phone calls between sessions for any reason. I’m unable to provide clinical support by phone outside of scheduled sessions without billing accordingly.
I do not currently offer free consultations, as I believe a full 60-minute intake session allows for a more meaningful, thorough start to the therapeutic process than a brief introductory call.
I do not offer sliding scale or discounted rates in order to ensure fairness and consistency for all clients while maintaining high-quality care. If you’re looking for lower-cost options, I’m happy to refer you to providers who offer sliding scale sessions.
📝 How do I verify my coverage/cost with insurance?
📩 Feel free to contact me to ask if I accept your insurance. I also recommend reaching out to your insurance provider directly to confirm your mental health coverage. Be sure to check your insurance card or member portal for information about co-pays, co-insurance, and deductibles, as these can affect your out-of-pocket cost. 😊
❓ Do you accept Medicaid?
I do not accept Medicaid at this time. However, I accept a wide range of private insurance plans and can provide referrals to in-network providers who do accept Medicaid if needed.
👩⚕️ What ages do you see for therapy?
I provide therapy for:
✔ Teens (ages 12+)
✔ Young adults
✔ Adults of all ages
🕒 Do you offer evening or weekend appointments?
I currently offer weekday appointments between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, with my latest session starting at 4:00 PM. At this time, I’m not available for evening or weekend appointments. If your schedule consistently requires those times, I completely understand and would be happy to refer you to a provider whose hours are a better fit.
🔄 What is your cancellation policy?
⏰ I require at least 24 hours’ notice for cancellations or reschedules. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours’ notice are subject to a $75 late cancellation fee. No-shows—including missing your appointment without notice or logging in and choosing to cancel at the time of the session—will be charged the full session fee of $125.
This policy helps me maintain a consistent schedule and ensures that appointment times remain available for those who need them. Thank you for your understanding and respect for this time.
🏠 Do you offer in-person or telehealth sessions?
I currently offer telehealth sessions only 📱💻 for clients located anywhere in Florida or Illinois. Sessions are conducted via a secure HIPAA-compliant platform for your privacy and convenience.
🔍 What types of therapy do you provide?
I specialize in evidence-based therapy approaches, including:
✔️ Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) – EMDRIA Basic Training
✔️ Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) – Evergreen C-DBT Certified
✔️ Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT) – Trained
✔️ Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
✔️ Supportive Therapy
✔️ Trauma-Informed Therapy
✔️ Mindfulness-Based Strategies
I focus on treating:
✔ PTSD & Trauma (including childhood trauma, complex PTSD, and sexual assault)
✔ Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) (emotion dysregulation, self-harm, relationship instability)
✔ Eating Disorders (binge eating, bulimia, anorexia, emotional eating)
✔ Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) (intrusive thoughts, compulsions, perfectionism)
✔ Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD) (rigid thinking, control, high standards, difficulty delegating)
✔ Anxiety Disorders (generalized anxiety, panic disorder, social anxiety)
✔ Depression & Mood Disorders (bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder)
📋 What if I need to switch therapists?
Finding the right therapist is important! If we determine that a different approach or provider might be a better fit for you, I am happy to provide referrals to trusted colleagues or resources to ensure you receive the best care.
If you have any additional questions, feel free to reach out! 💙
Crisis and Immediate Help
If you are in crisis or need immediate help, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. You can also call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 for support.