FAQ

What kind of training do you have?

I have my doctorate in psychology and am licensed in the state of California (PSY 28829).

Who do you work wiTh?

Adults aged 25 and older. I have special interest in working with adults who are dealing with anxiety and life transitions.

HOW LONG ARE APPOINTMENTS?

Sessions are generally 50 minutes or 60 minutes in length.

What is your Fee?

The fee for service is within what is standard and customary for the SF Bay Area. Please reach-out to discuss. Payment is due at the time of service. Cash or check are accepted. Fees are reviewed annually.

Do you accept INsurance?

I am a Medicare provider. Please notify me if you are Medicare eligible prior to our first meeting. For all other insurance companies I am an out-of-network provider. If you would like to seek reimbursement from your insurance company, you must contact them prior to treatment to determine their policy for reimbursement. I can provide you with a monthly statement or “super bill” that you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.

What is a Good Faith Estimate?

A “Good Faith Estimate” for health care items and services is a requirement under the “No Surprises in Health Care Act” aimed at protecting consumers from unexpected healthcare bills. This means that by law you have the right to a “Good Faith Estimate” which estimates how much your health care and mental health care will cost. You can ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule your service, or at any time during treatment. If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, than you can dispute your bill. For more information on this and your rights as a consumer you may refer to this website: www.cms.gov/nosurprises

DO YOU OFFER TELEHEALTH?

Yes, telehealth sessions are conducted using HIPPA compliant software.

What is your cancellation poLicy?

Appointments cancelled with less than 24 hours notice will be charged a standard fee of $200.

How long Will I be in therapy?

This depends on what you are seeking assistance for. Generally people are in therapy for at least 3 months and may continue for years.

HOw do we get started?

Call me at 415.779.8329 for a complimentary 15 minute initial phone consultation.