Fees + Insurance
I understand that the idea of starting therapy can feel daunting because you want to make sure you are working with someone who is the best fit for you. Let’s set up a phone call to see if my style is what you’re looking for. Don’t worry, if you feel this isn’t the right fit I’ll make sure to refer you to great therapists who fit your needs. By choosing to prioritize your mental health today, you're giving yourself the opportunity to feel better sooner.
The work we do together in therapy allows you to explore underlying issues that might have been holding you back, and by addressing them, you create a foundation for growth and healing. I know it might not always feel easy in the moment, but the long-term benefits—such as feeling more at peace with yourself, having greater emotional balance, and knowing how to manage stress more effectively—are absolutely worth it.
By investing in therapy now, you're not just addressing immediate concerns, but also setting yourself up for a future where you have the tools to handle whatever comes your way. You're giving yourself the gift of personal growth, and that kind of investment always pays off.
Investment
The fee per 50 minute therapy session is $275. Therapy sessions typically take place on a consistent weekly basis for both in-person and online sessions. A lower fee may be available if you are experiencing financial hardship. The sliding scale fee will be reassessed on a regular basis. Please let me know if you would like to discuss this option. I accept cash, personal checks, and credit cards. Payment is due at the time each session is held.
Insurance Information:
Please note that I am an out-of-network provider. However, I utilize a service called Mentaya which can automatically file out-of-network claims for you and help you receive reimbursement for my services depending on your specific coverage.
Mentaya is a service that streamlines getting reimbursed for your therapy sessions through out-of-network benefits. Mentaya is perfect if you:
• Have out-of-network benefits
• Feel overwhelmed by superbills and insurance
• Have submitted superbills but failed to get any reimbursement
• Simply want to skip the hassle of paperwork!
Here's how it works:
1. Sign up for Mentaya: https://mentaya.co/inviteclient/2RQRfMweoKahmxKfbXMB
2. Our practice will enter your sessions into the platform.
3. Mentaya submits the claim and handles any insurance follow-up.
4. You get reimbursed by insurance!
Mentaya charges a 5% fee per claim, which includes handling any paperwork required, dealing with denials, and calling insurance companies. It's risk-free: They guarantee claims are successfully submitted, or a full refund of their fees.
Please contact me with any questions you have about the insurance reimbursement process.
If you prefer not to use the service mentioned above, I am happy to provide you with a superbill (out-of-network claim) at the end of each month that you can submit to insurance yourself for possible reimbursement. Reimbursement is determined by your specific insurance plan, so be sure to contact your insurance provider and confirm your specific plan’s out-of-network mental health benefits.
Please note that issuing a superbill requires me to provide you with a mental health diagnosis that will be added to your medical record. For the purpose of confidentiality I will not communicate with your insurance provider directly. Diagnoses will only be provided for the purposes of submitting reimbursement claims to your healthcare insurance provider at your request. Any diagnoses will be discussed between client and therapist for the purpose of treatment planning and referrals to appropriate providers.
48 Hour Cancellation Policy:
If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, please let me know at least 48 hours in advance. Otherwise, you will be responsible for the full fee of the session.
Service Areas:
I provide services to a diverse clientele, and I work with people of all sexual orientations and gender identities in the South Bay of Los Angeles. My office is located at 2615 Pacific Coast Highway, Suite 215 in Hermosa Beach and is easily accessible to residents of Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, El Segundo, and Redondo Beach.
Online Therapy:
In addition to in-person sessions, I provide Teletherapy services to clients across the state of California. Please contact me if you would like more information about Teletherapy services. Because of the flexibility of online therapy, I am able to provide therapy in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, San Luis Obispo County, Santa Cruz, and across the state!
Please visit my Online Therapy page for more information.
Challenges we can work on: