Q: Do you take insurance?
A: I accept plans from; Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, and UHC/Optum,
Q: What payment options do you take?
A: Cash, Debit, Master card, Visa, American Express, FSA/HSA
Q: Can anyone see my medical records?
A: No, your records are protected and kept private under HIPAA regulations.
Q: Do I have to be a First responder, Veteran, or medical professional to be a client?
A: Though it is preferred that my clients are of these professions or their family members, it is not required. However, I will provide a brief consultation to determine if I am best fit for any potential client.
Q: If I have insurance that you aren’t covered under, can I still be a client?
A: Yes, you can choose to opt out of using your insurance and be a private pay client whether I take your insurance or not.
Q: Do you offer telehealth sessions?
A: No, I only will offer a Telehealth session on an emergency basis for established clients.
Q: Is what I say actually confidential?
A: Yes, however, there are limits to confidentiality which include;
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If a client threatens or attempts to commit suicide or otherwise conducts themselves in a manner in which there is a substantial risk of incurring serious bodily harm.
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If a client threatens grave bodily harm or death to another person.
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If the therapist has a reasonable suspicion that a client or other named victim is the perpetrator, observer of, or actual victim of physical, emotional or sexual abuse of children under the age of 18 years.
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Suspicions as stated above in the case of an elderly person who may be subjected to these abuses.
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Suspected neglect of the parties named in items #3 and # 4.
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If a court of law issues a legitimate subpoena for information stated on the subpoena.
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If a client is in therapy or being treated by order of a court of law, or if the information is obtained for the purpose of rendering an expert’s report to an attorney.