Frequently Asked Questions

How long are sessions?

All therapy sessions are 50 minutes. 

How frequent are therapy sessions? 

 Therapy sessions are frequently scheduled weekly, although they could be scheduled more often or less often, depending on your unique needs.

What form of Payment do you accept?

You may pay with cash, check , credit/debit card and Health Care Savings accounts. Payment is due in full at the time of service.

Do you take insurance?

I am currently “in network” with Cigna and Lyra.

What about "Out of Network Benefits"? 

I recommend that all clients contact their insurer to see if they have out of network behavioral health coverage that could potentially offset some of the cost of therapy. Typically, a member services or customer service number can be found on the front or back of your insurance card.

 If you do have out of network coverage, you can likely submit a receipt from me in order to receive partial reimbursement from your insurer.  However, the details of reimbursement must be confirmed and negotiated with your particular insurer.  I will gladly provide a monthly statement of all services billed and provided upon request. 

WHAT IF I NEED TO CANCEL?

Please note that 24-hour advance notice is required for cancellation of scheduled appointments in order to avoid being billed full fee for a missed session.

What if I have an EMERGENCIES or crisis?

As a therapist in private practice, I am not able to offer after-hours or emergency services. For current clients who feel in of additional support, we can discuss resources to supplement our work together.  If you feel you can't wait for our session or your experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please contact Crisis Center of Tampa Bay Suicide Help Line and Referral Line at 211 or National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255.  These resources are staffed by trained professionals and available 24 hr/day, 7 days/wk.

Rates

Initial Assessment session (60 minutes) – $175

Individual session (50 minutes) – $150

Family and Couples (50 minutes) - $175

I offer a limited number of sliding scale spots for those with a limited income or those who are experiencing a financial hardship.

Can you prescribe medications?

I cannot prescribe medications or  provide medical advice to my clients. I am happy to provide referrals to qualified professionals if you need these services.

confidentiality

 Confidentiality is one of the most important aspects of psychotherapy.  There are ethical standards and laws that protect the information that is shared in a therapy session.  What is said in therapy, stays in therapy unless- You want to hurt yourself, You want to hurt someone else, or someone is hurting you?  Therapists are mandated reporters. 

Mandatory reporting

Mandatory reporting is a term used to describe the legislative requirement for selected groups of people to report suspected cases of child abuse and neglect to government authorities.