POLICIES AND RATES

This availability list was last updated on Saturday, December 21, 2024. This section is updated regularly. 

Currently, the following calendar slots are open for new psychotherapy clients: 

- In Downtown Los Altos, CA office: 

• Mondays: By appointment only 
• Tuesdays: By appointment only

- In Downtown Redwood City, CA office: 

• Wednesdays: Unavailable 
• Thursdays: By appointment only
• Fridays: By appointment only 
• Saturdays: Unavailable
• Sundays: Unavailable

- In Virtual office: 

• Mondays: By appointment only 
• Tuesdays: By appointment only 
• Wednesdays: Unavailable
• Thursdays: By appointment only 
• Fridays: By appointment only 
• Saturdays: Unavailable
• Sundays: Unavailable

PLEASE NOTE:  If you would like to work with me and do not align with the above availability, please inquire about your preferred availability and I will do my best to accommodate when possible. 

First Appointment: 

20 - Minute Initial Consultation: Free

Individual Appointments: 

50 - Minute Individual Session: $250

80 - Minute Individual Session: $325

Couple & Family Appointments: 

50 - Minute Couples/Family Session: $350

80 - Minute Couples/Family Session: $425

Group Appointments: 

110 - Minute Group Therapy Session: $75 per participant 

Associate & Peer Appointments: 

Clinical Supervision for Associates or Peer Consultations: $100 per hour

Speaking & Agency Appointments: 

Public Speaking, Presenting, Workshops, Consulting: Starting at $250 per hour (depending on topic, organization type and size of audience)

I understand that standard structures are not best for everyone. I am happy to be flexible with time and rates, as appropriate and possible. If you have a health issue, for example, you may request or I may suggest pro-rated sessions to ease the strain of length of standard sessions. If at any point, you may need more frequent or less frequent, longer or shorter sessions, these accommodations may be discussed and possible, as needed. 

I highly welcome requests for a sliding scale and attempt to provide discounted rates as much as possible. Standard/Full Fee rates are intended only for those who can afford it and help me provide more sliding scale slots. Sliding scale rates are available on a limited basis based on the number of standard/full fee rate slots used in the previous year. I do not request proof of income. I  only request a written or verbal general statement indicating that you have a financial need for a sliding scale rate and the specific rate that you request. If I am unable to meet your request, I will offer a wait list or referrals to other providers who can honor your rate. 

*For a visual guide on sliding scales, please see below. 

 If you are a current or former foster youth, you may receive pro bono services through A Home Within. Please contact them at  Request Therapy from A Home Within. 

You can work with me through the Behavioral Health virtual offices of Alliance Medical Center in Sonoma County using your Medi-Cal or Partnership Health plan of California insurance, only if you are a current medical patient and have a primary care physician at Alliance Medical Center.  Website for more information: https://alliancemed.org/

I do not currently accept any other health insurance plans and am considered an out of network provider. 

 Superbills are invoices that can be provided at your request that you can use with some out of network services through your health insurance, CALVCB or FSA/HSA benefits for the reimbursement , tax-deductible or pre-taxed payment of psychotherapy fees. 

*Please note that a superbill requires a formal clinical assessment within your first 3 appointments and a DSM-V diagnosis identified during the assessment and noted on your superbill.  

*Coaching, Speaking, Consultation & Supervision services are not reimbursable by insurance or qualify for FSA/HSA billing.

Late cancellations made within 24 hours will be charged your full session fee. 

No shows without any notice will also be charged your full session fee.  

Hardships, sudden illness and extenuating circumstances may be taken into account when charging a no show or late cancellation fee at a limited basis of up to 3 per year. 

Sessions may vary depending on your needs and symptoms. I will work with you to create a collaborative plan of care that can meet your budget, availability and mental health needs. If you need short term care or longer term care, we can be flexible and communicate about any accommodations. I always strive to help you meet your goals as soon and as effectively as  possible but also in a pace that considers care to your unique needs. I also offer maintenance sessions that can be shorter and less frequent. I will openly communicate if I feel that you seem to be meeting your goals and recommend graduating from your services. You also reserve the right to end your services at any time. 

 You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services. You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, AND hospital fees. Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service. If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call (800) 985-3059.