FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

DO YOU ACCEPT INSURANCE?

In Connecticut, Serenity Psychotherapy is in-network with Aetna and Optum/United Healthcare/UBH.

In Michigan, Serenity Psychotherapy is in-network with Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, and Optum/United Healthcare/UBH.

In both states, I also accept out-of-network and self-pay agreements.

WHAT ARE YOUR RATES?

Intake Assessment or Re-Assessment, 45-55 minutes: $230
Individual Psychotherapy Session, 45-55 minutes: $180

Relationship Psychotherapy Session, 45-55 minutes: $180
Professional Consultation, 45-55 minutes: $180

HOW LONG IS EACH THERAPY SESSION?

Each therapeutic appointment or scheduled professional consult typically lasts between 45-55 minutes in length. For additional options or longer sessions, please reach out directly to discuss pricing and scheduling arrangements.

HOW DO I USE OUT-OF-NETWORK INSURANCE?

Depending on your health insurance plan, you may have out-of-network benefits. This simply means that you will pay the full fee for our sessions at the time of service, and then you are able to submit documentation to your insurance company directly for possible reimbursement. I can provide the you with a superbill to submit to your insurance. You may want to contact your health insurance plan in advance to determine if you have out-of-network benefits before scheduling.

DO YOU OFFER A FREE CONSULT FOR PROSPECTIVE CLIENTS?

Yes, I offer a free 15-minute consultation to touch base, have a conversation, and begin to discern if we will be a good therapeutic match. I am also available to answer questions by email, so feel free to reach out in any way that feels right.

DO YOU OFFER A SLIDING SCALE?

I am dedicated to offering sliding scale access whenever possible, and I offer a limited amount of sliding scale appointments. Feel free to inquire directly for more detail or to check availability.

RIGHT TO RECEIVE A GOOD FAITH ESTIMATE UNDER THE NO SURPRISES ACT

You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate explaining how much your medical and mental health care will cost. Under this 2022 law, healthcare providers must provide patients without insurance, or who are self-paying or choosing not to use insurance, with an estimated bill for services.

You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency services, including psychotherapy visits.
The Good Faith Estimate is to be provided in writing at least 1 business day before you receive services. You can also request a Good Faith Estimate before scheduling an appointment.
If you receive a bill over $400 above the Good Faith Estimate, you can formally dispute the bill.
Be sure to save a copy of your Good Faith Estimate.

For any questions or additional information about your rights, visit: www.cms.gov/nosurprises/