You have questions.

and here are some answers

How long do therapy sessions typically last?

Our sessions will be 50 minutes in length.

What happens during the first session? 

This will be an assessment session: a time for me to get to know you and understand your hopes for therapy and for you to get a sense of me.

How often will I see you? 

Therapy sessions are scheduled once a week (or sometimes more often)—usually at the same day and time each week.

How long will I come to therapy?

Depending on your needs and preferences, I offer both open-ended/longer-term and brief therapy.

How much do sessions cost? 

My rate for a 50-minute session is $200.

Do you have a sliding scale?

I reserve some spots in my schedule to offer sliding scale fees and will work with you to find a way for therapy to be financially sustainable. Please let me know if you don’t think you can afford my full fee. If I can’t accommodate your needs, I would be happy to offer referrals to trusted colleagues or clinics in the area.

Will my insurance cover our sessions? 

I’m not in-network with insurance. You may find that you appreciate the increased privacy and control over how we work together when you pay privately. If you prefer, it may be possible for you to be reimbursed by your insurance company if your policy covers out-of-network providers. If you decide to do this, please call your insurance provider to find out your deductible and what percentage of the fee they will reimburse. This option can make therapy with me more affordable.

Do you have evening and weekend appointments available? 

I’m unable to schedule evening or weekend appointments.

Do you provide video therapy/teletherapy?

Yes! I can provide this service to people residing anywhere in California. Due to Covid concerns, I have shifted primarily to this way of seeing people. And I don’t have openings in my Berkeley office currently. Video sessions can allow accessibility to therapy if you live in a remote area, can’t leave home, or if your schedule makes it challenging to drive to an office for appointments. I use a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform.

You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your mental health care will cost. You can ask for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule a service. If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.