Fees

My fee is in line with other psychologists with commensurate training and education. I do maintain some designated slots for low-fee patients, those who cannot afford psychoanalytic treatment without fee adjustment. I am happy to address questions about the fee in our initial consultation.

Insurance

Ideally, psychoanalysis and psychotherapy take place between a therapist and a patient without the intrusion of any outside party. This allows for the greatest flexibility and leaves the treatment decisions up to the patient and the therapist.

I do not participate with any insurance company panel. I have a number of reasons for this:
- Confidentiality is compromised when filing with insurance because a third party is involved in treatment.
- Insurance companies require a mental health diagnosis for reimbursement or payment for psychotherapy, one they deem sufficient for payment.
- Insurance companies can dictate the type of treatment they believe is correct without knowing you, the patient.
- Insurance companies can and do determine when and how treatment should take place, including the ending, regardless of the opinions or expertise of the patient or therapist.
- If use of insurance is necessary, I am considered an "out of network" provider, meaning you would pay directly and receive reimbursement from your respective insurance company (please check with your insurance company for their guidelines). I will provide a "super-bill" containing all the required information for you to submit your claim directly to your insurance.