FAQs

I believe a key component to successful therapy is having a genuine, strong therapeutic relationship and I work to establish that with all of my clients.  During our intake appointment we will discuss what led you to therapy for yourself or for your child and how long these challenges have persisted.  I will then ask about you or your child's background.  You can answer whatever questions you feel comfortable with.  Starting therapy this way helps to give me a fuller picture of your life, the concerns you have, and the roots of the challenges you are facing.  Starting therapy this way allows us to begin from a strong foundation and will help determine the therapeutic approach that will work best for you.  

I do not work directly with insurance companies.  I can provide a detailed bill that can be submitted to your insurance company for reimbursement.  Please check with you insurance provider to determine if your plan covers out of network (OON) benefits.  The fee for an initial intake appointment is $240 and can last up to 60 minutes. The fee for ongoing, 40-50 minute sessions is $160.  Payment is due at time of service.  

• Check your out-of-network benefits: These are typically in the Summary of Benefits that is included in a member information packet or on your insurance company website

• Call your insurance company to verify: The best way to be absolutely sure of your benefits is to call your insurance company member services line and ask:

  • What is my out-of-network deductible for outpatient mental health?

  • How much of my deductible has been met this year?

  • What is my out-of-network coinsurance for outpatient mental health?

  • Do I need a referral from an in-network provider to see someone out-of-network?

  • How do I submit claim forms for reimbursement?

• Ask me for a superbill: I will provide a document that you send directly to your insurance company at the end of each month which will detail how many sessions you’ve had and the total fee.

• Receive reimbursement! You’ll need to pay the entire session fee at the time of service, but depending on your specific plan, your insurance company will mail you a check to reimburse a portion of the cost.

I offer bother in person and telehealth (video-conference) services. Due to state licensing requirements, I can only conduct telehealth therapy with clients physically located in Massachusetts at the time of the service. Telehealth sessions are conducted via a HIPAA secure platform accessible via a computer or mobile device.

Once you arrive at 179 Great Road in Acton (a brown office building), there is plenty of parking on the sides and rear of the building. My office has its own exterior door in the back of the building. It is in suite 102 on the ground floor.  Upon entering, there is a waiting room straight ahead. Please have a seat and I will meet you there.