FAQs
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
HOW OFTEN DO WE MEET?
I meet with clients weekly. Consistent, weekly appointments provide the strongest foundation for meaningful and sustained change. Regular sessions allow us to build momentum, interrupt patterns in real time, and create measurable progress.
Occasionally, we may skip a week due to illness, holidays, or travel. However, weekly work offers the depth and continuity needed for lasting relational change.
For some clients or couples, extended sessions or structured intensives may be appropriate. Intensives allow us to focus deeply on a specific issue or relational dynamic over a longer block of time. These are scheduled separately and are not part of the weekly fee scale.
We can discuss whether weekly therapy or a more concentrated format best fits your goals during your consultation.
FEES + SESSION LENGTH
My standard fee is:
$250 per 50-minute session (couples and individuals)
Although couples sessions are typically 50 minutes, I may recommend extended 75–90 minute sessions, depending on the level of conflict, complexity, or goals. Longer sessions allow us to slow down escalation, work through stuck patterns more thoroughly, and practice new interactions in real time.
The fee for these longer sessions is prorated (e.g., a 75-minute session is calculated at $250 x 1.5, which equals $375). I offer limited sliding scale spots. Please inquire if needed.
DO YOU ACCEPT INSURANCE?
I am an out-of-network provider and do not bill insurance directly. However, I can provide a superbill for you to submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement.
I recommend contacting your insurance provider to ask about your out-of-network mental health benefits, reimbursement rate, and deductible.
WHY PRIVATE PAY?
Choosing a therapist isn’t only about insurance coverage. It’s about the kind of work you want to do and the level of depth and flexibility required.
Private pay allows for:
• Greater privacy (insurance requires a diagnosis and clinical documentation)
• Direct focus on relational work without pathologizing one partner
• More flexibility in session length and structure
• Specialized, integrative approaches not restricted by insurance requirements
• The option to use out-of-network benefits if your plan allows
If you have questions about reimbursement, we can review them briefly during your consultation.
WHAT ARE THE FEES FOR INTENSIVES?
Fees for intensives vary based on the length and structure of the experience. Because intensives are designed to do a significant amount of focused work in a shorter period of time, they offer a more concentrated and efficient alternative to weekly sessions.
Many couples find that this format allows them to create meaningful movement more quickly, rather than spreading the work out over months. We’ll determine the right length and structure together based on your goals, and I’ll provide clear pricing once we’ve identified what will best support you.
PAYMENT TERMS
Payment is due on the day of each session.
Additional fees may apply for services outside of scheduled sessions, such as letter writing, extended phone calls, or other treatment-related services. Any additional fees will be discussed and agreed upon in advance.
LOCATION OF SERVICES
I offer secure online sessions via Zoom for California residents.
Although I am based in the San Francisco Bay Area, I work with clients throughout California. Phone sessions may occasionally be used if technology issues arise.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
Please feel free to reach out to schedule a free 15-minute consultation or to ask any additional questions. I’m happy to connect. You can also email [email protected].
