Fees & Payment

Prioritizing your needs and long-term wellness isn't always easy when faced with the many demands of a busy life.  But there is no better long-term investment than improving the quality of your life, health, and relationships.  You deserve to make yourself and your wellness a priority.

My fees are competitive for the Philadelphia area based on my services and expertise.  Payment is collected weekly, and I can accept cash, check, credit card, HSA or FSA payments for your convenience. Please contact me to discuss my fees, which vary based on the service provided.

I do offer a complementary 15-20 minute telephone consultation to all prospective new patients. This initial phone call is a way for us to briefly discuss your reasons for coming to therapy, address any questions you might have, and to get a beginning sense of whether we’d be a good fit working together.

Insurance

In order to uphold the highest quality of care, I do not participate directly with any insurance plans. However, this does not necessarily mean that you cannot use your insurance or that services will not be reimbursed to you.  At your request, I can provide you with a statement of services so that you may seek reimbursement from your insurance company independently.  It is often the case that your carrier will cover a significant portion of the cost. 

To understand your coverage benefits, I recommend you contact your carrier and ask them how much they reimburse for “out-of-network” psychotherapy services.  Below are some questions to ask your insurance provider:

  • Do I have out-of-network behavioral health benefits?

  • What is my deductible?

  • What percentage of the doctor's fees will the insurance company reimburse?

  • Is there a session limit for behavioral health services?

2022 “No Surprises Act” & Good Faith Estimate: Because my practice does not participate with any insurance plans, you have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate of expected charges. Notice of your Rights under this law is available here.

Why see an out-of-network provider?

Flexibility to choose your therapist

Finding a therapist who is a "good fit" can be difficult, yet this is a necessary component to a successful treatment.  By not limiting yourself to a list of providers issued by your insurance carrier, you allow yourself the flexibility to choose the best therapist for you.

Individualized treatment approach

Paying for therapy services privately allows us to tailor your treatment specifically to your needs and goals, rather than artificially adhering to a treatment course prescribed by an insurance company.  As a private-pay patient, your treatment will not be bound to a diagnosis or dictated by a third party.

Confidentiality

Many patients elect not to use insurance benefits to pay for psychotherapy, so that no third party is required to be notified of the client's decision to seek therapy.  In certain circumstances, including when the client holds a high-profile position in the community, this level of privacy is critical to one's decision to seek therapy.