Frequently asked questions

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  • I charge $225 for individuals and $275 for couples per session. In certain circumstances, you may qualify for a lower fee.

  • Online sessions are typically 60 minutes. I have found the additional session time useful to include a mindfulness practice or other exercise, or to allow more time and space for exploration.

    For in-person sessions, we would wrap up closer to 55 minutes, to provide some transition time between the therapy space and the outside world, and as a courtesy to the folks scheduled afterwards.

    If you would prefer a standard 50-minute session for any reason, please let me know.

  • I accept payment via cash, check, debit or credit card, or HSA/FSA card at the time of service.

    When you schedule your first appointment, a credit card is required. The card will only be charged if you cancel with less than 24 hours notice.

  • The process starts with a free 15-minute confidential phone consultation. It’s an opportunity to chat about what you are hoping for in therapy, get to know me a bit better, and find out if we are a good fit for one another.

    If we decide to move forward together, I will send you paperwork establishing that you are in my care, describing your rights as a client, and detailing the limits of confidentiality. After that, we can begin the process of therapy. 

    When you schedule your first appointment, a credit card is required. The card will only be charged if you cancel with less than 24 hours notice.

  • I do not accept insurance at this time. However, if you receive Out of Network benefits through your insurance, I can provide a superbill with appropriate details for you to request reimbursement from your insurance carrier, if applicable. I encourage you to contact your insurance carrier to verify out-of-network coverage, including any deductibles and copays, prior to commencing therapy.

  • Given the frequent unpredictability of insurance coverage, I've chosen to charge out of pocket to avoid any surprise bills in your inbox. This also allows me to offer more individualized care to each of my clients.

  • Don't let my rate discourage you from contacting me. I've found that more often than not, I'm able to come up with an acceptable arrangement with most people. Even when this isn’t the case, I'll try my best to refer folks to a therapist who may be able to accommodate your financial situation.

  • To cancel or reschedule an appointment, I require at least 24 hours in advance of your appointment. You will be responsible for your full session fee if cancellation is not received at least 24 hours in advance.

  • You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical and mental health care will cost.

    Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the expected charges for medical services, including psychotherapy services. 

    You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency healthcare services, including psychotherapy services.

    You can ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule a service.

    If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.

    For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.

Contact Mark

Feel free to contact me with questions or to book a free 15-minute phone consultation to see if we might be a good fit to work together.

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