Frequently Asked Questions

6075 S. Quebec Street | Creekside Office Park | Suite 203 | Centennial, CO | 80111

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Teletherapy is a confidential, convenient, and effective means of completing therapy remotely from your home through a video conference system. Telehealth has been found to be as effective as in person therapy and can provide you with easier access to working with the provider who is right for you.

Upon scheduling an appointment, you will be provided a link for the meeting. A strong internet connection, a device with a camera/microphone/speaker, and a private space for the session are necessary.

In addition to my license in Colorado, I am authorized to provide telehealth services in the following states via PSYPACT:

Alabama * Arizona * Arkansas * Colorado * Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands * Connecticut * Delaware * District of Columbia * Florida * Georgia * Idaho * Illinois * Indiana * Kansas * Kentucky * Maine * Maryland * Michigan * Minnesota * Mississippi * Missouri * Nebraska * Nevada * New Hampshire * New Jersey * North Carolina * North Dakota * Ohio * Oklahoma * Pennsylvania * Rhode Island * South Carolina South Dakota * Tennessee * Texas * Utah * Vermont * Virginia * Washington * West Virginia * Wisconsin * Wyoming

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Yes – in-person sessions are available at 6075 S. Quebec Street | Creekside Office Park | Suite 203 | Centennial, CO | 80111.

A combination of in-person and online sessions can also be utilized to increase convenience and ability to consistently attend sessions. Initial consultation are typically completed online.

Below are my out of pocket (non-insurance) fees:

15-minute phone consultation – $0 (one per client)

90-minute intake appointment - $350

45-minute therapy session - $200

I understand that financial constraints can make it difficult to afford the standard fee, so I have a limited number of reduced fee openings available.

I am currently in-network with Aetna through Alma. Although I can provide services in a number of states, I am currently only credentialed to see Aetna clients in the states of Colorado and Utah.

If you are not insured with Aetna and are still interested in working with me, all services are private pay and payment is due at the time of service.

Most insurance plans have policies for how they manage out-of-network providers. If you wish to use out of network coverage, please contact your insurance provider to find out more information about your specific policy and out-of-pocket fees. Documentation can be provided to submit a request to your insurance to reimburse you for out-of-network insurance benefits.

Payment is accepted through all major debit/credit, FSA, and HSA cards.

If you do not attend or cancel within 24 hours of the appointment, you will be charged the full fee of that appointment

Choosing to work with a private pay therapist can offer some benefits:

1. Greater choice in selection of therapist: Private pay allows you extra freedom in determining the right provider for you. This may be due to a therapist’s specific training or just the right personality fit.

2. Increased choice in length and direction of care: Some insurance companies will approve a particular number of sessions or may not cover all forms of treatment, such as couples therapy or sex therapy. Private pay therapy allows you and your therapist to determine the type, frequency, and duration of treatment to best meet your needs.

3. Increased confidentiality: Insurance necessitates a mental health diagnosis being documented in your health record to determine “medical necessity” for care. Sometimes this is what people want, but sometimes they are coming to therapy to discuss a short-term issue or do not want a diagnosis on their medical record.

4. Reduced therapist burnout: Low reimbursement rates by insurance companies often lead therapists to take on more clients than they would prefer. Private pay therapist are often able to carry a lighter client load. This benefits you by having your therapist be more mentally and emotionally present and also can lead to increased availability for appointments.

Unfortunately, I am not a medicaid provider. I am not allowed to treat medicaid clients even if they can pay for services out-of-pocket. Doing so would jeopardize your medicaid coverage.

Everyone has difficult feelings and stressful periods of life. It can be helpful to consider therapy if you are finding it hard to cope or if your thoughts and emotions are getting in the way of your daily life, your relationships, and how you see yourself.

However, therapy doesn’t have to just be about what you don’t want to feel. It can also be an opportunity to step into a space that is just for you where you can self-reflect, prioritize personal growth, and be your authentic self.

It is totally normal to be nervous whether this is your first time in therapy or you are just starting with a new provider. Being open with another person is vulnerable AND brave. My role is not to judge who you are, what you’ve experienced, or how you live your life. It’s hard to find your way out of the maze while inside of it. Change is hard for all of us and I’m here to be a compassionate support.

Confidentiality is an important part of the therapeutic relationship. Communication in therapy is generally protected by confidentiality. Specific limits to confidentiality will be discussed during your first appointment. Teletherapy sessions will be competed through secure networks that maintain confidentiality.

Frequency of Sessions: At the beginning of treatment, I generally recommend either weekly or every other week appointments. I believe that therapy can be effective with either frequency and depends on individual factors such as: scheduling, cost, desire for accountability vs. space to process, etc. Once you are starting to see some progress, this frequency can be re-assessed and less frequent sessions may be possible.

Length of Treatment: Length of treatment can depend on a number of individual and treatment-related factors. Many clients see significant progress in a few short months. Others may need a longer course of treatment or may discover additional goals throughout the course of therapy. I encourage treatment progress to be a continuing conversation where we can assess what is or is not working for you and how you can begin feeling confident in supporting yourself outside of therapy.

No - I do not provide crisis services. If you are having a mental health crisis please call the statewide crisis line for Colorado at 1-844-493-8255 or text TALK to 38255. You can also call or text 988 if you are experiencing mental health–related distress.