Question 1

What’s your style? Do you guide or are you more directive?

Accepted Answer

Both! depending the following factors:
 
Stage of the therapeutic relationship
Your needs and identified goals in treatment
The topic being discussed
Your personal preference

Question 2

You’re human too, what makes you qualified to help me with my issues?"

Accepted Answer

This is one of the best questions a client has ever asked me, because it's a valid point! Therapists are human and are still impacted by life, stress, and current events. We also have our own lived experience and value systems. In order to ensure I provide the best service to my clients, I engage in ongoing individual and group clinical supervision. I am also engaged in my own ongoing therapy to help me process my day-to-day experiences before I guide my clients in navigating theirs.

Question 3

Where is your office located?

Accepted Answer

I am available for telehealth appointments only. I no longer offer in-person services. Please be aware that if you are using out of network benefits, it is important to clarify with your health insurance company if they cover telehealth services.

Question 4

What states are you licensed in?

Accepted Answer

New York: License # 087369
New Jersey: License # 44SC06036400

Question 5

What days are you available?

Accepted Answer

I am available weekday evenings and Sundays by appointment only.

Question 6

Do you provide a free initial consultation?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the initial consultation is 15 minutes and will offer a space for you to share your reasons for seeking support via therapy and unpack any questions/ wonderings you may have. The consultation will also allow you to get a sense of my therapeutic style. If you/ we decide we are not a good fit, or your reasons for seeking therapy are beyond my scope of practice, I can refer you to another provider who is better suited to meet your needs.

Question 7

Do you accept insurance?

Accepted Answer

I do not accept insurance at this time. However I am out of network on all insurances.  A superbill/ invoice can be provided if you wish to obtain reimbursement through your insurance carrier. I do not contact or deal directly with insurance. 
 
Contact your benefits administrator to inquire about out-of-network coverage for mental health services and ask the following questions before scheduling an appointment:
Do I have out of network mental health benefits and do you reimburse?
What is the procedure for reimbursement?
What is my deductible and has it been met?
How much does my insurance plan cover for an out-of-network provider for procedure code (CPT code) 90834, 90837, or 90791?

Question 8

What forms of payment do you accept?

Accepted Answer

All major credit and debit cards
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Spending Account (HSA)- (when the card has a Visa or MasterCard logo on it. You can rest assured that we can provide you with an invoice to verify our status as a health care provider if requested by your FSA/HSA account provider)
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Question 9

What are your fees?

Accepted Answer

Individual Session (45 Minutes): $150
Individual Session (60 Minutes): $175
 
For pricing information regarding any of my other services please contact me.

Question 10

Can you prescribe medication?

Accepted Answer

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I am not licensed to prescribe medication. If the need for medication arises during our time together, I can refer you to a psychiatrist or you can explore the need with your primary doctor to discuss options to suit your needs.

Question 11

I'm interested in therapy, where do we start?"

Accepted Answer

If you are ready to take the next step and schedule a consultation, email me Hello@LetsPauseTherapy.com

Question 12

What is your Refund / Cancellation Policy?

Accepted Answer

If you need to cancel your appointment please let me know 24 hours in advance to avoid the cancellation fee. You are responsible for the full session fee if less than 24 hour advance notice is provided.
Refunds are not provided for services rendered.

Question 13

Confidentiality

Accepted Answer

Please be aware that therapy sessions are confidential. However, it is required by law for therapist to report dependent elder abuse, suicidal plan/ideation, and threats of physical harm to others.

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