Common Questions
Do you offer sliding scale rates?
Yes.
How long does each therapy session take?
Therapy session typically last 50-60 minutes. Occasionally, we will go over time or will schedule longer sessions.
Will you ever take insurance?
I AM NOW ACCEPTING BCBSTX, TriCare (Certified OON), Medicaid, Medicare, CIGNA, AETNA and UNITEDHEALTHCARE Insurance plans.
For those not on those insurance plans, I provide Super Bills for those clients that have out-of-network benefits for reimbursement. I am in the process of credentialing with additional insurance companies, so please check back for updates.
Do you prescribe medication?
No. I am not a psychiatrist or a medical doctor, so I cannot prescribe medications. I will work with your psychiatrist and/or doctor to coordinate care and medication.
Does what we talk about in therapy remain confidential?
Yes, except in these situations:
Past or present abuse or neglect of a child, an adult or an elder person must be reported to the proper authorities.
If therapist has reason to believe client is a danger to themselves or another person(s).
Court ordered subpoena
Will you come to court with me or write a letter on my behalf?
Court appearances can be a stressful and difficult event in someone’s life, I WILL NOT appear in court on your or your child’s behalf. Coming to court can place undue stress on the therapeutic relationship and confidentiality. I must answer all questions honestly and cannot favor your side of a case. I can ONLY answer the questions the lawyers and judge ask and with only answers that I can prove...Speculation, judgments and/or inferences are not allowable responses. I would also need to charge for my time appearing in court, whether I get called to testify or not.
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Letters...It depends on the requested content of the letter. I will consider writing one, but strongly urge you to discuss with your attorney whether or not it will beneficial to your case and discuss the pros and cons of such a letter. In most cases, a letter will not be accepted without the therapist present.