How it works

  • My fee for a 60-minute session is $200. I do provide discounted rates for those who qualify and more information is available upon request.

    The first time we meet, you’ll be sent a link where you can securely fill in your billing information. For following sessions, you’ll be billed automatically.

  • I am an out-of-network provider for some health insurance plans. Depending on your coverage, you may be able to receive reimbursement for a portion of your costs for psychotherapy. Importantly, Medicare is not an option for reimbursement but other plans (e.g., Blue Cross/Blue Shield) may be.

    Upon request, I can provide you with a bill each month to submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement of fees to you.

  • If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, please do so as soon as possible by leaving me a voicemail (510-519-1928) or sending me an e-mail. If you cancel within 24 hours of the appointment time, I will charge my full fee, except in case of emergency. 

  • You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical 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 bill for medical items and services.

    • You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees.

    • Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or 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