Rates & Insurance

Therapy is an investment in your well-being, and I believe it’s important to have a clear understanding of what to expect. Below you’ll find the standard rates for each service, along with information about insurance and sliding scale options.

Counseling Intake Assessment

$165

Begin your therapy journey with a personalized 60-minute intake that maps clear goals. All sessions are conducted via secure Telehealth platform.

60 Minute Individual Session

$150

60 minute individual session conducted via secure Telehealth.

90 Minute Individual Session

$215

Available for those who feel that they would benefit from some additional time than a regular one hour session may offer. This is an excellent option for those with busy schedules, when a weekly session may not be feasible, but a 90 minutes every other week, is. Conducted via secure Telehealth platform.

Insurance & Out-of-Network Benefits

I am in the process of becoming in-network with Highmark, Aetna and Independence Blue Cross. If your insurance plan is not listed, you may still be able to receive reimbursement through your out-of-network benefits. I can provide a superbill that you can submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement.

Please note: Coverage and reimbursement vary by plan, so I recommend contacting your insurance provider to understand your specific benefits.

Sliding Scale Self-Assessment

Green Bottle Method illustrating different sliding scale therapy fee levels

This graphic and description of sliding scale fee structures is adapted from The Sliding Scale: A Tool of Economic Justice by Alexis J. Cunningfolk and Embracing Equity.

Financial circumstances can look different for everyone and may change over time. To make therapy more accessible, I offer a sliding scale using the Green Bottle Method. This self-assessment is simply a tool to help you find a rate that feels manageable and supports your goals in therapy, there is no right or wrong answer. If your circumstances fall outside of these ranges, we can explore your options together.

Discuss Your Options

Understanding the Bottles

The text in the graphic may be difficult to read. Below, you'll find a detailed description of each bottle and the corresponding fee range to help you identify what feels most sustainable for you.

Full Bottle - Standard Rate

60 minute session: $150

90 minute session: $215

  • I am comfortably able to meet all of my basic* needs

  • I may have some debt but it does not prohibit attainment of basic needs

  • I own my home or property OR I rent a higher-end property

  • I own or lease a car

  • I am employed or do not need to work to meet my needs

  • I have regular access to health care

  • I have access to financial savings

  • I have an expendable** income

  • I can always buy new items

  • I can afford an annual vacation or take time off

Half Full - Supported Rate

60 minute session: $100-$150

90 minute session: $150-$215

  • I may stress about meeting my basic needs but still regularly achieve them

  • I may have some debt but it does not prohibit attainment of basic needs

  • I own or lease a car

  • I am employed

  • I have access to health care

  • I might have access to financial savings

  • I have some expendable income

  • I am able to buy some new items & I thrift others

  • I can take a vacation annually or every few years without financial burden

Least Full - Supported Rate

60 minute session: $50-$100

90 minute session: $100-$150

  • I frequently stress about meeting basic needs & don’t always achieve them

  • I have debt and it sometimes prohibits me from meeting my basic needs

  • I rent lower-end properties or have unstable housing

  • I do not have a car and/or have limited access to a car but I am not always able to afford gas

  • I am unemployed or underemployed

  • I qualify for government assistance including food stamps & health care

  • I have no access to savings

  • I have no or very limited expendable income

  • I rarely buy new items because I am unable to afford them

  • I cannot afford a vacation or have the ability to take time off without financial burden

*Basic needs includes food, housing, transportation.

**Expendable income might mean you can buy a coffee/tea at a shop, go to the movies, buy new clothes, books, and similar items regularly.

How Full is Your Bottle Right Now?

Use the reflection questions below to help you identify which tier feels most sustainable for your current circumstances.

Still have questions? Explore the FAQ for more information about fees, therapy, and getting started.

  1. Do I regularly worry about affording basic needs such as housing, food, utilities, or medical care?
  2. Do I financially support children, family members, or others in my life?
  3. Do I have savings or financial resources available if an unexpected expense arises?
  4. Have systemic barriers, discrimination, or inequities affected my financial stability or access to resources?
  5. Am I currently navigating circumstances such as disability, illness, unemployment, or other unexpected expenses that affect what I can afford?
  6. Would paying the standard rate create additional financial stress or make it difficult to attend therapy consistently?