Appointments

Free Introductory Consultation
In this free introductory session, I work with you to help you discern your current goals and then we determine the best course of action. Since I am trained in different modalities, you and I can choose the one most suitable to your needs. These sessions are 20 minutes long and can be done in person or via the phone.
During our first session, we will be getting to know one another. You will want to talk about why you are seeking my assistance. I'll ask you for some background information, and we'll work on defining what you specifically want. You may know right now what you don't want. Our job will be to determine what you want instead!
Once we determine your outcome, we will discuss what you need next. Either you will find that you already have what you need to get there on your own, or we can schedule a follow-up appointment, or I can refer you to someone else who may better be able to help you on your way.
Insurance:
I do not work with health insurance companies for the following reasons:
- Health insurance companies have lists of "billable" diagnoses. This raises an ethical dilemma for clinicians who work with clients whose diagnoses fall into the "non-billable" categories. I don't want to fudge on your diagnosis in order to get paid, and you don't want a wrong diagnosis in your insurance records.
- My affordable fee makes it possible for clients to find solutions to their problems without going through a managed care program and having to worry about a case manager looking over our shoulders as we work.
- Your privacy is important. MCO's and PPO's often erode the confidentiality standards set by state and federal laws. I'd much rather see more clients, do less paperwork, and spend less time on hold, negotiating with unreasonable policies.
- Many of my clients may not meet diagnostic criteria, and are seeking coaching in order to go from where they are presently to where they want to be. They're not necessarily unhappy; they just have dreams, and they want to bring them into reality. Is that you?
Counseling
My private practice standard fee is $95 per hour, due at time of service. Extended session (90 minutes) are $140. I provide this option for those that find they work best in longer sessions.
Groups
My standard fee for a two hour group experience is $190. This offers an affordable alternative to personal growth and therapeutic experience, by providing my services in a group setting. Depending on the number of participants, these groups are generally $30-$40 per person.
Scheduling & Cancellations
We’ll work together to determine a regular weekly meeting time. My hours are Monday through Thursday 6 pm - 9pm, and weekends by arrangement. Please give 24 hours notice if you need to cancel an appointment. No-shows are charged for the session in full.
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