Mental Health Therapist Palmettos — *Services*

Pricing and Services

$150/hour — Mental health therapy services for symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, social anxiety, phobias, substance use issues, self-injurious behavior, suicidal thoughts, etc.

Modalities include: Dialectical Behavioral Therapy-informed Treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure with Response Prevention Treatment, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Self-Compassion and Mindfulness Based

$75/hour— Spiritual support for individuals who want to heal or improve an aspect of their spirituality.

Sliding Scale

I offer some sliding scale slots. These slots are reserved for individuals with both an expressed financial need and a desire to work specifically with this practice. If you are looking for general lower cost services, I would be happy to provide you with some referral options to meet your needs.

Subsidized Therapy

I work with a few organizations to offer subsidized therapy options for clients. See links to apply for any programs that may be applicable to you.

*Healing For All**: Assists people of color and individuals from the LGBT community in the Gainesville area with subsidized therapy services. Submit an application at the website below.* https://healingforallinc.org/

*Project HEAL**: Assists individuals seeking treatment for eating disorders.* https://www.theprojectheal.org/apply-for-support

*The Love Land Foundation**: Offers financial support for black women seeking therapy services.* https://thelovelandfoundation.org/faq/

*Pineapple Support**: Offers subsidized therapy for individuals working in the adult entertainment industry.* https://pineapplesupport.org/pineapple-support-therapists/

*ComPsych**: Works with certain employers to offer sessions through Employee Assistance Programs. Check with your employer if they offer any covered services through ComPsych.*

Online Services

Pricing varies by service— I offer both mental health therapy and spiritual direction services online for your convenience.

Online Mental Health Services are available only to individuals residing in the state of FL at this time.

Online Spiritual Direction Services are available throughout the United States.

Good Faith Estimate

You have a right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost.

The new law is intended to provide transparency regarding expected medical charges and to protect patients from surprise medical bills.

However, this is challenging regarding mental health treatment. The duration of treatment depends on things such as client goals, history of trauma, diagnosis and current life stressors. Some clients are satisfied with a reduction in symptoms while others continue longer as it feels beneficial.

After we meet for our first consultation, I will verbally provide you with a Good Faith Estimate (GFE). In addiction, this estimate is available to you in writing and you can access it through the client portal. If you are a current client, I will be providing you one as well.

I have provided here my current session fees, projected for a 12 month period with differing levels of session frequency.

Individual 60 minute session $150

Weekly 60 minute sessions for 50 weeks: $7,500

Bi-weekly 60 minute sessions for 50 weeks: $3,750

The above examples are provided to give an idea of the financial expectations for a calendar year. The frequency and duration is dependent on individual needs and goals.

Balance Billing

If you utilize out of network insurance benefits, please be aware that you will be responsible for any copay, coinsurance, and/or deductible. Additionally, you will be responsible for the difference in the amount your insurance is willing to pay for the service and what your provider charges. There is a possibility that you will be responsible for the entire bill. You can choose to see an in-network provider for reduced health care costs. Your provider will update you regularly if there are any changes regarding expected charges.

“Frequently Asked Questions”

Are services covered by insurance?

This depends on your carrier and benefits. Another factor to consider is if you have met your deductible as even if you have coverage, you may still have to pay for services until the deductible is met. Your insurance carrier can provide you with more in-depth information regarding your coverage.

Do I have to be religious or believe in God to do spiritual direction?

The short answer is no. I work with individuals who are religious and nonreligious and individuals who believe in God and who identify as agnostic and atheist.

What happens during a spiritual direction session?

Sessions are guided by what aspect of spirituality the directee would like to focus on during that session.

How often do we meet?

This will depend on your availability and your needs. Session frequency can vary from once a week to once a month.

How do online sessions work?

You will download the Simple Practice app on your phone/computer. You will need a camera with a microphone. Sessions are similar to Skype or FaceTime but they are on a secure platform to protect your privacy.

Is treatment confidential?

Treatment is confidential. Your privacy is important and we will discuss the limits of confidentiality. Some standard limits include child/vulnerable adult abuse, you or someone else is in danger, court order, or you have given consent for me to share your information with others.

Do you prescribe medication?

I do not prescribe medication. For medication, you will need to speak with your primary care physician or locate a psychiatrist.

What if I see you outside of our session?

In order to respect your confidentiality, I will not acknowledge you, but you are welcome to say hello to me if you choose.

How Long are people in therapy?

There is no guarantee of how long therapy will last. There are too many factors that can come into play for us to say a set length of time. Some individuals are in treatment for a few sessions while others are in treatment for years depending on their needs and symptoms.

Does therapy work?

Many people have found therapy to be beneficial in their lives. However, simply attending sessions will not likely lead to significant improvement in symptoms. Symptom improvement often requires the client to challenge themselves to both engage in sessions and take what is discussed in session and apply it to their lives.

How do i cancel a session?

Contact me by phone at (352) 658-5500 or by email at riverswellness@hushmail.com. You can also send a message through your Simple Practice account. Baring emergencies, you will be charged a $50 fee if sessions are missed or cancelled in less than 24 hours.

What if I have feedback on services?

I welcome feedback as I want to provide quality care. I will check in with you throughout treatment to determine if we are meeting your needs/goals. You can provide feedback during sessions or by email if that is easier for you. If you choose to post feedback online, please remember that this will violate your confidentiality.