Payment Options

Most insurance accepted, with co-pay at time of visit
Reduced fees and payment plans in special circumstances
25% discount if no insurance billing is required
Cash, checks, major credit & debit cards accepted

Whatever your situation, I’ll work with you to create an arrangement that meets your needs. Payment is expected at the time of service, and for many this will be the co-payment per your insurance plan.

Counseling Fees & Rates

A free phone or in-person consultation can determine if we’re a good fit. Please contact me for information about other services, insurance allowables, and payment options.

Initial Diagnostic Interview session, 90 minutes
$200.00 (before insurance adjustment or Self-Pay discount of 25%)

Includes: interview; mental status exam; depression, ptsd, & other clinical assessments as needed, treatment & goal planning; plus comprehensive report to referring physician when appropriate for coordination of care.

All subsequent sessions – 90 minutes
$160.00 (before insurance adjustment or Self-Pay discount of 25%)

I typically spend approximately 2 hours per session if a client has no time restrictions. Experience has shown that additional time per session contributes significantly to therapy’s success, as our job is to diagnose accurately, treat effectively, and prevent counseling from continuing longer than necessary.

Self Pay

A growing number of clients wish to pay privately and avoid a mental health diagnosis in their health records, which is mandatory in order to file a health insurance claim. So I offer a 25% discount as follows for those who prefer to self pay. Of course your counseling visits, including mileage, are tax-deductible expenses, and I am happy to provide a detailed summary statement at your request for tax or reimbursement purposes.

Initial visit – 90-minute Diagnostic Interview session: $200.00, minus 25% discount = $150.00 your rate
All subsequent 90-minute Private Pay sessions: $160.00, minus 25% discount = $120.00 your rate

Reduced Fee & Payment Plans

Available for those with no insurance and limited ability to pay.

Insurances Accepted

If your insurance plan includes counseling, behavioral health, or mental health benefits, please verify coverage details and ask (1) if your deductible has been met, (2) what your co-payment will be per visit, (3) how many sessions are covered, and (4) if pre-authorization is required. I accept most insurance plans as In-Network Provider, including but not limited to the following plans:

Aetna
Allegiance
Anthem Blue Cross
Asuris Northwest
Blue Cross of Idaho
Blue Cross of Idaho Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Shield (BCBS) of all states

First Health / Coventry
LifeWise Health Plan of Washington
Pacific Source
Premera Blue Cross
Regence Blue Shield
United Healthcare
Providence Behavioral Health