Question 1

How do I get started?

Accepted Answer

To get started, click HERE to share a bit about yourself and what brings you to therapy. Once I receive your message, I’ll follow up with next steps. If there is a waitlist, I can add you to hold a spot. We’ll then schedule a free 15-minute consultation to see whether working together feels like a good fit.

Question 2

What do I need to do prior to my first session?

Accepted Answer

Once your intake appointment is scheduled, you’ll receive online intake paperwork that includes important information about the practice and procedures. All paperwork is completed electronically, and you’ll have ongoing access to your documents through the client portal. This helps us use our time together more intentionally.

Question 3

What can I expect when we schedule the first appointment?

Accepted Answer

The initial session is approximately 60 minutes. We’ll review key intake information, make sure you feel comfortable, and spend time getting to know one another. We’ll talk about what’s been showing up, your goals for therapy, and next steps for assessment and treatment. For children and young adults, parent or caregiver involvement in early sessions is often helpful. Comprehensive assessment and treatment planning may take up to two or three sessions.

Question 4

How long will my sessions be?

Accepted Answer

After the initial intake, most therapy sessions are 50–60 minutes. Session length can be adjusted when clinically appropriate, including longer or shorter sessions, depending on your needs and treatment goals.

Question 5

How often will I meet with my therapist?

Accepted Answer

Session frequency is individualized and based on your needs and goals. Many clients begin with weekly sessions, and in some cases more frequent or longer sessions may be recommended—particularly when symptoms are more intense or treatment is more active. Over time, sessions are often spaced out to support independence and continued growth between appointments.

Question 6

Who is involved with treatment?

Accepted Answer

Treatment may involve the individual client, parents or caregivers, and other supportive people, depending on age, needs, and goals. For children and teens, parent involvement is often an important part of care, including parent training to support consistent responses at home. With your consent, collaboration may also include psychiatrists, school personnel, or other providers to support treatment across settings.

Question 7

How long does treatment last?

Accepted Answer

There is no single timeline for therapy, as treatment length depends on many factors, including the nature and severity of symptoms, available time and support, life stressors, and treatment goals. A common starting point for many clients is around 12–20 sessions, though this can vary. In some cases, more frequent or longer sessions—often referred to as intensive treatment—may be recommended. We’ll regularly check in and adjust the plan together.

Question 8

What are the costs of treatment?

Accepted Answer

The initial intake appointment (60 minutes) is $240. Ongoing therapy sessions are $200 for 50 minutes. Sessions that are longer or shorter than 50 minutes are pro-rated based on the hourly rate in 5-minute increments. If you have questions about fees or ways to plan for treatment costs, you’re welcome to reach out.

Question 9

Will insurance cover my sessions?

Accepted Answer

The practice does not accept insurance directly. If your insurance plan includes out-of-network mental health benefits, you may request a superbill to submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement. Coverage varies by plan, so it’s recommended that you contact your insurance provider to understand your benefits before starting therapy.

Question 10

Why are you not “in-network” with insurance companies?

Accepted Answer

Not being in-network allows treatment decisions to be guided by clinical need rather than insurance restrictions. Evidence-based treatment for OCD and anxiety is often most effective when it includes flexibility in session length, frequency, and location, including more intensive approaches when appropriate. Some insurance plans do not reimburse for these services. Remaining out of network allows us to collaborate on a treatment plan that supports your goals and values without being limited by coverage rules.

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