FAQS

507 Natoma Street, Folsom, Calfiornia which is conveniently located near Old Town Folsom.

When you schedule online through my portal, I will send you a HIPAA compliant video link, and you will be able to click on that link to access our online meeting room.

Yes, in-person sessions are preferred, however I completely understand that due to schedules, and ease of access that virtual appointments are needed at times and we can also meet exclusively virtually.

My fees are $140 per 50 minute session for individuals, and $160 for an 80 minute session for couples and families. I am currently in process of taking Aetna, Optum, Cigna, and Blue Shield of California insurance. I also have a number of reduced fee spots available, please inquire.

Once you go onto my portal and schedule an appointment, I will send out the intake paperwork, and other forms such as Informed Consent. During our first appointment I will spend time going over all of the necessary paperwork, and then talk through the intake paperwork, what brought you to therapy at this time, etc.

How long you need to be in therapy is an individual decision, depending on the presenting problem, current stressors in your life, and what type of support you are currently in need of. Many times clients will start with 1x per week sessions, then move to every other week of 1x per month, once their symptoms have reduced and they are able to use some of the tools that we have discused in therapy. In grad school, we learned that my job as a therapist is to talk myself out of a job.

You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost

Under the law, 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 800-985-3059