FAQ

 

Fees

$265 (50 min session), $477 (90 min partners/family)

Sessions are typically conducted on a weekly basis.

We always reserve 25%+ of our practice for sliding scale fees. Please let us know if a fee reduction would allow you to begin & sustain your treatment process.

We acknowledge that our sliding scale range may still be out of budget for many folks. We have also compiled a list of community clinics that offer low-fee or pro-bono therapy, found on our resource page.

Telehealth

Usually, this practice offers both in person, and online video sessions via a HIPAA compliant Zoom account for California residents - but temporarily (as of Oct 2026) we are only able to offer telehealth sessions until 2027.

Let us know if you would like to be added to our 2027 waitlist for in office sessions.

Can EMDR & Somatic Therapy be done via Telehealth?

Yes, absolutely! The (initially, forced) transition to zoom sessions during the 2020 lockdown has shown us that modalities like EMDR and somatic therapy can be just as effective when facilitated virtually as they can be in person. This practice is mindful of the differences and has made specific adaptations to assure that your care while doing deep trauma work is not diminished if we meet virtually.

Insurance

This practice does not take insurance.

However many insurance carriers/PPO plans will reimburse out-of-network therapy costs. If your policy does reimburse, we will provide you with the paperwork (‘superbill’) needed to file a claim to be reimbursed. Please be aware that most insurance companies require a diagnosis code to be included on your superbill. Please call your insurance carrier to confirm the specifics of your plan for reimbursement.

This site can also help you find out what your plan covers: https://app.thesuperbill.com/sign-up

Ask these questions when speaking to your insurance company about benefits:

  • Does my insurance plan reimburse for out-of-network, outpatient mental health services?

  • Does it only cover individual sessions? Couples work? Telehealth/video/phone sessions?

  • Does it only cover sessions from a Licensed therapist or will it also cover sessions with an Associate therapist?

  • Do I have a deductible? Has it been met?

  • What amount or percentage will be reimbursed per session?

  • Is there a cap on how much can be reimbursed?

  • How do I submit claim forms for reimbursement?

Cancellations

Session cancellations must be received, via phone/text or email, at least 24-hours in advance of your appointment time. If you cancel within the 24-hour period you will owe the full fee of the missed session.

Good Faith Estimate

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 expected charges for medical services, including psychotherapy services.

You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency healthcare services, including psychotherapy services.

Before you schedule a service, you can ask your healthcare provider, and any other provider you choose, for a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical and mental health care will cost.

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.

AI Usage?

We take your privacy, and protecting the confidential therapeutic space, very seriously.

This practice does NOT use any form of artificial intelligence for note-taking or record keeping. Notes are entered/written by hand by your therapist. We do not record sessions, and our Zoom accounts and file keeping system (Simple Practice) are HIPAA compliant. We do not use any AI features of Zoom or Simple Practice, even if they are available.