Fees and Payment Methods

– Fees for Psychotherapy and Counseling –

• $120 to $150 per session (typically 1 hour). I do offer a few sliding scale appointments when financial needs present. I accept almost all forms of payment. I accept at this time is Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Blue Choice, and Federal Blue Cross Blue Shield (not Magellan).

• – PAYMENT METHODS –

  • We will bill your BCBS/Blue Choice PPO claim. Only a BCBS mandated copay at the time of your visit is required.

  • Credit Cards: American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

  • Cash

  • Check (no postdating or holds)

  • Please verify eligibility with your company or insurance when using the following accounts, however, many companies allow for these as well:

    • Health Savings Account (HSA) Cards

    • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Cards

– Fees for Substance Use Assessment –

• $350 per assessment which includes:

  • The SASSI-4 (adult or teen version)

  • Other scales and assessments as needed

  • We will also discuss why I request to speak with a friend and/or family member to obtain more information concerning possible substance use issues. Of course, only with your permission.

  • A report of findings and recommendations (that have been used to meet court-mandated assessments – check with your attorney)

  • Two sessions (the first is usually about 1 1/2 hours long for SASSI and assessment. The second is about 1 hr. to review the final report and recommendations).

• Note: a $250 per hour fee will be required if I am asked to attend court

– Fees for Irlen Screening –

• $110 per session (this includes up to two overlays if it is determined that you fit the criteria for Irlen Syndrome).

• Sessions typically take between 1 to 1 1/2 hours.

• Please verify with your insurance if this screening is covered prior to your appointment. The customer service number is on the back of your insurance card.

• Payment methods include credit card, cash, check (no holds or post-dating allowed)