Frequently Asked Questions

  • I'm based in the Champaign-Urbana area, but can work with individuals throughout Illinois.

  • No. I currently only offer counseling services online.

  • Yes, I currently accept Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, Optum, United Healthcare, and UIUC Student Insurance. For other insurance plans, I am considered an out of network provider. If you would like to use your out of network insurance benefits to try and be reimbursed for your session with me, I can provide you with a superbill (itemized receipt) to submit to your insurance company. There is no guarantee of coverage. It is your responsibility to submit this information to your insurance company and speak with them about your available benefits. You are also responsible for understanding your own insurance benefits and coverage for mental health services.

    • $200 per 55-minute session

    • $225 per Intake/Diagnostic Evaluation session 

    • In certain circumstances, you may qualify for a lower fee. Please contact me if you would like to discuss discounted fee options

  • If you cancel within 24 hours or do not show up for your scheduled therapy appointment, you will be required to pay a $75 cancelation fee. Please note, insurance will not reimburse missed appointment fees.

  •  All payment is due at the time of service. I can accept payments through most major credit or debit cards or HSA/FSA card. Credit/debit card information must be provided prior to your first session to secure your appointment slot and will be kept on file to cover any session fees, copays, co-insurance, or cancellation fees. Your information is stored in a secure, confidential online platform.

  • If you are hoping to use out-of-network benefits with your insurance company, you can use the questions below to guide you when you call to better understand the benefits available to you. Please note that most insurance plans require a diagnosis on your superbill in order to cover sessions and your therapy files and notes will be accessible and open to audits by your insurance company.

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    • Do I have mental health benefits?

    • What is my deductible and has it been met?

    • How many mental health sessions per calendar year does my insurance plan cover? (These sessions would be considered outpatient or office sessions.)

    • How much does my plan cover for an out-of-network (OON) mental health provider? What is the deductible for OON benefits?

    • How do I obtain reimbursement for therapy with an out-of-network provider?

    • What CPT codes are covered for therapy sessions? What is the coverage amount per therapy session?

    • Does my plan cover telemental health (video &/or telephone) services?

    • Is approval required from my primary care physician?

  • You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical and mental health 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 expected charges for medical and psychotherapy services.

    • You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency healthcare services. This includes psychotherapy services.

    • 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 or call 800-985-3059.

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