Frequently Asked Questions FAQ
How do I make an appointment?
Please complete the linked appointment request form, and I will reach out to you to you to schedule an appointment
What will my first appointment be like?
Our first appointment will last approximately 90 minutes. Prior to the session, you will have completed a questionnaire that will help guide us. During this time, we will review your (or your child’s) current lifestyle and emotional symptoms, your past history and treatment, details of your environment and social life, and relevant family information. We will go over any medical conditions you have and medications you are taking. We will spend a significant amount of time going over your diagnosis, prognosis, possible treatment options with pros and cons, medications and their safety if relevant, and work to create a comprehensive treatment plan.
In some cases, it is possible that my expertise may not be the best fit for your particular treatment needs. In that scenario, I will provide a written report with recommendations and suggestions for alternate providers who might be a better match.
What is your cancellation policy?
All cancelations require 48 hours. Cancelations or no-shows received less than 48 hours from the time of appointment will be subject to 50% of the fee for the scheduled visit if the appointment time is not filled by another patient.
I already have a therapist, will you see me for medication consultation?
Yes. I’m glad that you have already established a therapeutic relationship. I will gladly work with your current therapist to ensure comprehensive and collaborative care. In fact, because of the value I believe psychotherapy adds to a treatment plan, if you are not seeing me in psychotherapy I strongly request that you have an outside therapist with whom you are working.
Do you accept insurance?
My goal is to provide personalized care without dictation of treatment by an insurance company or administrator. Therefore, at this time, I do not accept any insurance plans. You may be eligible for reimbursement from your insurance company for out of network services. If so, I am happy to provide an invoice (AKA superbill) to submit. I recommend you contact your insurance company and check. Here are several questions to consider asking:
- Do I have an annual deductive for outpatient mental health services with a psychiatrist?
- How much is my co-pay or co-insurance per visit?
- How many visits do I have annually?
- Are there limitations on the conditions/diagnoses that can be reimbursed?
You can also consider using your FSA (Flexible Savings Account) for reimbursement of service fees.