How Private is Therapy?

Though laws may vary from State to State, the law generally protects the confidentiality of communications between a patient and a therapist just like a doctor and patient.

There are notable exceptions:

• Suspected Abuse
• Threatening Bodily Harm to themselves or another person

Do You Accept Insurance?

I am a Network Provider to most Nationwide Insurance Companies, both EAP (Employee Assistance Program, and Manage Care Behavioral Health/ Health Insurance). These include but not limited to:

• Anthem Blue Cross of California
• Aetna
• United Behavioral Health
• Cigna
• Magellan
• Optum
• Military One Source EAP
• Most EAP companies with pre authorization only.
• Private Pay $120.00 per 50 minute session.

Due to constant change within insurance companies, I recommend that you call your customer service toll-free number directly for verification of your deductible, co-payment need for preauthorization, and possible EAP benefit.

What is Therapy Like?

Therapy can vary greatly depending on the individual and the goals of the clinician and the patient. Generally, a therapist will want to discuss the events that lead the patient to seek therapy in the first place and move on to resolving more specific goals for the patient. Commonly, sessions will be scheduled weekly and will last around an hour.

Therapy can be focused on a singular issue or can last long term – addressing overarching personal issues and working on emotional growth. On occasion, a therapist might suggest books, activities, or keeping track of events in your life. It is always important that a therapist has all relevant data and information, just like your doctor.

For therapy to be effective, you must actively participate in and out of your sessions.