FAQ

I currently accept insurance through Lyra Health.

I always recommend that patients call their insurance companies in advance to ensure that mental/behavioral health is included under your policy. Even if you do not have one of the above plans, I am an out of network provider, meaning that if you are a member of a PPO, you may submit for reimbursement from your insurer. Your insurance may pay for therapy, even if I am not in your network. To find out what your insurance company will cover, please call your insurance company and ask if they cover the services of out of network licensed psychologists. I can provide you with a superbill that includes information relevant to your insurance company that you can submit for reimbursement.

My standard fee is $225 for one 50 minute therapy session, and $325 for 90 minute appointments. Payment is due at the time of service. I accept all major credit cards.

Unfortunately I only work with individuals located in the state of California.

I do not treat children or adolescents under the age of 18 in my practice at this time.

Research has shown that teletherapy is no less effective than in-person therapy for conditions such as PTSD. Of course you won’t be in the same room as your therapist, but there are some perks to doing therapy online! You may do therapy from the comfort of your home, there is no need to drive long distances to see your therapist, and you have the accessibility of working with a therapist who lives too far away to see in person. All you’ll need for teletherapy is a device that connects to the internet (e.g. computer, tablet, or smart phone), a strong internet connection, and a safe and quiet space to do the session.

What is a clinical psychologist? How does a clinical psychologist differ from other types of therapists?

Clinical psychologists receive specialized training in the assessment and treatment of mental health and psychological processes. They are required to undergo thousands of hours of training to complete their doctoral level education. Psychologists are required to undergo continuing education to maintain their licenses, and they are held to the highest ethical standards.

As of January 1st, 2022, all patients seeking medical services with an out-of-network provider 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. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 1-800-985-3059.