Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, I am currently in-network with Aetna, Cigna, and Optum in the State of Florida. If you are subscribed to a plan I am in-network with, you may use your insurance and pay a copayment specified by your insurance company at the time of verification.

Yes, I reserve a few spots in my practice to offer a sliding scale fee based on your household income. If I am unable to see you, I am happy to help you find another provider or connect you with resources.

For services that I do not accept insurance for, or if I’m not in-network with your particular insurance company, I accept ACH debit and credit card payments to be paid at the start of every session unless otherwise specified. I may provide a super bill for reimbursement to insurance companies I am not in-network with when requested. You may also use your Health Savings Account card for therapeutic services if you have an HSA account.

For both therapy clients and coaching clients: There is a 24-hour cancellation policy, which may be completed through text, voicemail, or email. Clients will be responsible for the full session fee for late cancelations or “no showing” for their scheduled appointment. The fee will be charged to the card on file or due before scheduling next session.

After 3 late cancels/no shows discharge will be discussed and referrals to other therapists will be provided.

I offer weekly and biweekly sessions decided by you and I based on your needs and severity of presented symptoms. Sessions are typically 45-60 minutes long. However the initial session may take up to 75 minutes.

Once treatment has begun, it is important to maintain regular and consistent attendance. This will contribute to your well-being and help you realize the benefits of your therapeutic work.

As you meet treatment goals or symptoms have decreased significantly, monthly sessions are offered for maintenance.

No, if medication is needed then referrals can be provided.

Yes! Your information and confidentiality are taken very seriously. All software utilized is HIPAA-compliant and includes Business Associate Agreements (BAAs).

However, as with any technology, the software is not without risks and appropriate precautions should be taken. You are encouraged to use a secure and password protect internet connection, and to password protect your information, apps, and electronic devices.

Therapy can be short term or long term. Typical timelines are 12 weeks, 6 months or 1year. This is decided after we meet and determine what will work best for your needs.

There’s no real difference between the terms therapy, counseling, and psychotherapy. They all refer to the process of using “talk therapy” to help you overcome a problem or challenge. I generally use the term “counseling” and “therapy” interchangeably.

Yes and no. Mental health providers are bound legally and ethically to protect your confidentiality and take privacy and confidentiality very seriously. If you are over the age of 18, it is your right to provide permission to speak to a third party (e.g. school, physician, psychiatrist). At any time and without consequence, you have the right to revoke this permission. For minors (under 18), information is available to their caregivers upon request, and when it is beneficial to the child’s well-being and treatment. In general, mental health providers, by law, are required to protect the confidentiality of who they treat. Without written consent from you and/or a caregiver, information cannot be released to another person. However, there are exceptions to that rule:

1. If you plan to harm yourself.

2. If you plan to seriously harm another identified person.

3. If child abuse, elder abuse, or dependent adult abuse is reported or suspected.

If any of the above criteria are met, the appropriate authorities are required to be contacted.