Question 1

What does therapy cost? Do you accept insurance?

Accepted Answer

A regular 55-minute session is $150.    I am in-network with most Blue Cross Blue Shield plans and will file on your behalf with your permission. Every plan is different, so you will need to verify with your insurance plan what your out-of-pocket cost may be (often called a copay or coinsurance). I recommend you call the number on your insurance card and ask about your coverage for mental health services.  ​ I reserve a limited number of reduced-fee spots for clients who are uninsured and have financial barriers to accessing therapy. My sliding scale fee is determined based on your annual income. Unfortunately, my sliding scale spots are presently full.    If you do not have insurance and are seeking reduced-fee therapy, I highly recommend you look at the therapist directory on Open Path Collective: https://openpathcollective.org/

Question 2

I have a different insurance plan, can I use it for therapy?"

Accepted Answer

For all other insurance plans, I am considered an "out of network" provider. Many insurance plans will reimburse you for costs of therapy (usually plans that are identified as PPO). You will want to call your insurance plan and ask about reimbursement for mental health services.   I will file your out-of-network claims for you with your pemission. This prevents you from having to remember to submit bills on a monthly basis yourself.

Question 3

What is the first session with you like?

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The quick answer: Far more relaxed than most people expect.   The first few sessions are to identify if we are a good fit to work together, so I focus on helping you get a sense of my style and approach. I will ask questions about how your life is going right now and goals you have for therapy. This helps us start collaborating on a plan together.   At the end of the session, I will share my thoughts about how therapy may be able to help you and my recommendations. You are welcome and encouraged to ask me questions.

Question 4

What are your hours?

Accepted Answer

Hours vary, but generally I see clients from 11:00am-6:00pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

Question 5

How often do we meet?

Accepted Answer

My approach to therapy prioritizes depth over quick-fixes. I find that my clients get the greatest benefit when they are seen on a regular and consistent basis. Therefore, I prefer to see clients on a weekly or every-other-week basis.   After you have met your therapy goals, we may decide to lessen the frequency of our work together to monthly or as-needed.

Question 6

How long does therapy last?

Accepted Answer

As long as you need it and are benefitting from it. Because my work focuses on depth, I work best with clients who are committed to attending regularly for at least 3-6 months.

Question 7

How is a psychologist different from a counselor or other therapists?

Accepted Answer

Psychologists receive the among the longest and most intensive education and training available in the field.   "Psychologist" is a privileged title reserved for those with doctoral-level degrees in the field of psychology (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) and have earned a license to practice. To earn a doctoral degree, you have to complete an additional 4-6 years of education (including earning a Master's Degree) and training after a Bachelor's Degree.  ​ Before even finishing their academic requirements, most doctoral candidates accrue at least 2,000-3,000 hours of clinical experience. All doctoral candidates must complete an intensive training year (called the Pre-Doctoral Internship) where they accrue an additional 2,000 hours of highly specialized training. In South Carolina, an additional 1,500 hours of training are accrued during the Post-Doctoral Fellowship, which is completed after earning the doctoral degree. In addition, all are required to pass a national board exam and a state-specific exam on law. To maintain that title, you are required to maintain your clinical skills through continuing education requirements.

Question 8

How do I contact you?

Accepted Answer

Check out my contact page.    My preferred method of contact is email as I can often respond the quickest (I make every effort to respond in 1-2 business days). However, email is not a 100% secure method of communication, so please contact me in the method you're most comfortable with!    I am often unable to answer my phone because I am either with clients or not in a private location, so please anticipate leaving me a message.

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