Payment FAQs
Insurance
Some clients use insurance to cover the cost of therapy. We are able to accept commercial insurances from Aetna and UPMC**. We cannot accept medicaid or medicare.
Private Pay
The private pay, or self-pay, cost ranges between $150-165 for a 55-minute session with a therapist.
Professional Consultation
Professional consultations are self-pay. The rate is $150 per hour.
**Couples therapy is often not covered by insurance as it’s not considered “medically necessary.” Coverage usually requires a mental health diagnosis, and even then, it may be limited to one partner’s treatment. As couples therapy views the ‘client’ as a unit of both partners, the unit will not receive a mental health diagnosis. However, couples therapy is seen as a worthwhile investment in the relationship, potentially preventing the higher costs of divorce. [more info here]
Some Benefits of Private Pay Therapy
Enhanced Privacy and Confidentiality:
No Insurance Company Involvement. Records, your personal information and content of your therapy sessions are not shared with insurance companies.
No Mandatory Diagnoses. Insurance companies often require a diagnosis to approve treatment.
Greater Flexibility and Control:
Personalized Treatment Plans. Treatment plans can be tailored to your specific needs without restrictions of insurance guidelines.
Flexible Scheduling. Offers more flexible scheduling options, such as longer sessions or marathon therapy.
Choice of Therapist. You can choose a therapist based on their expertise, specialization, and personal fit, rather than based on a limited provider network.
Control over Treatment Length and Frequency. You and your therapist can determine the course and length of treatment without predetermined limits.
Other Potential Benefits:
Clear and Transparent Costs. You know exactly what you'll be paying for each session, and there are no unexpected out-of-pocket costs.
Potential for Out-of-Network Reimbursement. While not guaranteed, some insurance plans may offer reimbursement for out-of-network therapy sessions.
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