The Need To Know About Therapy FAQs

Do you take insurance?

I do, and through Headway, I can accept BlueCross and BlueShield Texas, Aetna, Cigna, United Health Care, Oscar Health, and Oxford.

I do offer out-of-network service though. After our session, I can provide you with a Superbill, which you can then turn into your insurance. Your insurance may reimburse you, as you still have to pay for the session at the time of your appointment. However, I am not responsible if your insurance chooses not to.

Are there any benefits to not using insurance?

Yes! Insurance companies want your diagnosis, which will become part of your medical record. They can also audit your therapy progress, which could invade your privacy. Lastly, they control your treatment regarding determining how many sessions you get and how frequent they are.

What you get from therapy without insurance is more secure confidentiality, you have less on your medical record, and more freedom on how you would like your treatment to be. 

What is Sliding Scale, and how does it work?

Sliding Scale is a discounted price per therapy session, depending on what you can afford. I ask you how much you can budget for weekly therapy, and we discuss an appropriate amount. All I ask is that you let me know if you can pay more or full price so that I can adjust the open spots for sliding scale clients.

To check for open spots on the sliding scale, you can find the current availability listed under my services. If all slots are taken, I'll make a note of that as well. If you don't see the information you need, feel free to reach out via email, text, or call, and I'll provide you with the latest availability.

I’m tired of teletherapy. Can we meet in person?

Currently, I am only available to do teletherapy.

How do I prepare for my first session?

Sessions are virtual, so it's essential to have a space where you feel comfortable talking without being overheard. It would be best to have a quiet area without distractions and access to a webcam so I can see who you are and hear what you're saying.

Other than that, there will be forms sent to you via email that you will need to fill out before your appointment!

What are sessions like?

The sessions are 55 minute video sessions. We will meet using Google Meet, and you will receive the invitation to join the meeting at least 5 minutes before the session.

Once connected, we will talk about whatever you want to talk about, which is likely whatever problem(s) you may be experiencing.

Then, towards the end of the session, I will ask you if you have anything you want put in the note to discuss next time and schedule your next appointment.

If you like having homework or something to work on between sessions, we will discuss and develop a plan together.