Frequently Asked Questions

I am a private-pay and out-of-network psychologist. I do not bill insurance directly and am not in-network with insurance plans.

Many clients use out-of-network benefits, HSA funds, or FSA funds to help pay for therapy. I can provide a superbill for clients who would like to seek possible reimbursement from their insurance plan.

Current session fees are reviewed during the free 10–15 minute video consultation and confirmed in writing before therapy begins.

Before scheduling a first paid session, you will know the session fee, payment expectations, cancellation policy, and relevant practice policies. These details are also included in the informed consent paperwork.

Possibly. Some insurance plans reimburse a portion of therapy fees when you see an out-of-network psychologist.

I can provide a superbill that you may submit to your insurance company. Your insurance company determines whether reimbursement is available, so I recommend contacting your plan directly before beginning therapy.

No. I do not verify insurance benefits or bill insurance directly.

I can provide superbills for clients who would like to seek possible out-of-network reimbursement. Your insurance company determines whether reimbursement is available.

Sessions are available virtually across California, and in-person sessions are available in San Francisco. We can decide what makes the most sense for your needs and schedule.

Therapy is often a good fit when you feel stuck, overwhelmed, anxious, disconnected, or caught in patterns you want to understand and change. You do not need to be in crisis to begin.

That depends on your goals. Some clients come for focused work around a specific issue, while others stay longer to work on deeper patterns and long-term change.

I draw from evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT, relational therapy, mindfulness, and trauma-informed work. Treatment is tailored to you rather than forced into one formula.

Yes. I offer in-person sessions at my office in San Francisco and virtual online counseling sessions to California residents anywhere in the state.
I generally offer the first few sessions in-person if you like and are able to come to the office, then shift toward ongoing virtual care, with periodic in-person sessions scheduled at a frequency that is most helpful for you. 

You may want to ask:

• Do I have out-of-network benefits for outpatient mental health therapy?

• Do I have an out-of-network deductible?

• How much of my deductible has been met?

• What percentage of the allowed amount is reimbursed after the deductible is met?

• Is there a session limit?

• Do I need prior authorization?

• How do I submit a superbill?

Yes. HSA and FSA cards are accepted, along with major credit and debit cards.

Yes. If you are uninsured or choosing not to use insurance, you have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate of expected charges before beginning services.

A Good Faith Estimate is available upon request and will be provided as required before scheduled services.