Is treatment/testing covered by my insurance?

I currently operate exclusively on a self-pay model and do not accept insurance. However, many insurance companies offer out-of-network benefits. If you would like to use out-of-network benefits, I am happy to provide you with a superbill for you to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.

Are in-person appointments available?

In-person appointments are available in addition to telehealth. Testing appointments are exclusively in-person.

If my child is receiving treatment, will I be involved in the process?

Best practices for treating pediatric anxiety and OCD-related disorders include involving family in the therapy process. Anxiety and OCD can affect the whole family, and I like to think of therapy as a way of making sure that the family is working as a team against anxiety. The younger the child, the more I encourage and recommend family involvement. With adolescents, I like to offer opportunities for them to have individual therapy time without family present while also recommending family involvement when it will optimize treatment outcomes. The nature and structure of therapy can certainly be discussed in an ongoing conversation over the course of our work together.

How long does treatment take?

Evidence-based treatment is problem-focused, goal-oriented, and “short-term” (20-40 sessions). I am very passionate about helping those I work with gain the knowledge and skills to manage anxiety and OCD-related concerns on their own without my assistance as quickly as possible. However, severity of concerns, motivation for change, and willingness to participate in treatment can influence how long treatment can take. When it comes to overcoming anxiety and OCD, I believe that direction is more important than pace, and while I may strongly encourage those I work with, I honor the autonomy they have and the pace they set.

If I go through psychological testing, will I get a diagnosis?

If the results support a diagnosis, it will be included in the report along with a clear explanation. In some cases, testing may help rule out a diagnosis or highlight other contributing factors that explain the difficulties being experienced. There are no guarantees about the results of the evaluation, specific diagnoses, and/or recommendations that might be provided. I will do my best to address the referral questions and make appropriate recommendations based on the the assessment findings.

I’m feeling nervous about testing - what if I don’t do well?

Psychological testing is not something you can “pass” or “fail.” The goal of psychological testing is to better understand your unique strengths and challenges, and identify how you can be best supported. It is common for individuals to experience anxiety before and during psychological testing, and I recognize that testing can feel vulnerable and emotionally charged. My approach is to ensure that psychological testing is done in a respectful, supportive, and collaborative manner with the goal of gaining meaningful insights to guide appropriate care.