Frequently Asked Questions

Do you take insurance?

Your insurance company may or may not cover psycho-therapeutic counseling services. My policy is for you to make payment in full at the time service is rendered. At your request, I will supply you with itemized invoices which you can submit to your insurance company along with an insurance claim form (provided by your company) to request reimbursement. Please be aware that in order for you to receive benefits, I will have to give you a diagnosis - which will be a matter of record in your medical history.

You're not an MD. What happens if I need medication?

Since I'm not a medical doctor, I am not able to prescribe medication. If medication is a consideration, the issue will be discussed w/ you and an appropriate referral will be made based on your particular situation.

How do I get to your office?

Here's a map. Just click on the minus sign (-) to zoom out. Also right under the map are two links, one to a larger version of the map (the larger version has a print option) and on to where you can type in your location and get turn by turn driving directions. Both the large map and the driving directions open in a new window.

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What are your office hours?

All sessions are scheduled by appointment only. Every effort will be made to provide availability at times that are convenient for you. Appointments can be arranged Monday-Thursday from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM and Friday from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Some Saturday appointments may be made available for those who are unable to schedule at another time.

How can I contact you?

You can contact me by email or by phone. When you call the office, please leave a message and your call will be returned as soon as possible, often that same day. If you email me, I will get back to you within 48 hours. Emergency service is not offered on a 24 hour basis. If your call is not returned quickly enough to meet your need, you have the option of contacting your family physician or local emergency service.

What are your rates?

Individual Sessions: $100.00 per hour
Couples Sessions: $125.00 per hour
Group Sessions: $200.00 per month

Payment is required at the time of service. Group fees are due at the beginning of each month. Your group fee secures your place in the group regardless of the number of times you actually attend. Please let me know if you are unable to pay as indicated so that we can work out another arrangement. It is important to me that you receive the services you need regardless of your financial situation.

What if I have to cancel an appointment? If you must cancel an individual or couples session, please call 24 hours in advance so your time can be made available to someone else. You will be responsible for the full fee for sessions not cancelled 24 hours in advance. If you must miss a group session, please call and leave a message. There is no refund for a missed group session.

Do you have a question not answered here? Please let me know by contacting me.

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