Session Rates, Insurance, and Additional Info.
Session Rates
Lauren specializes in couple and relationship therapy using Emotionally Focused Therapy to work on issues related to communication, conflict, disconnection, and unmet needs. Lauren’s standard session rates for couples, families, and individuals are:
30 minute introductory session: FREE
50 minute sessions: $175
75 minute sessions: $260
couple and family scheduling and teletherapy
I recommend that everyone who will be participating in the therapy process attend the free 30 minute introductory appointment.
If you are planning to schedule a teletherapy appointment, I require that everyone participating joins from one space, together, just like you would if you were in my office.
If anyone who is participating in the therapy process isn’t able to join for a session, you will need to cancel and reschedule your appointment, please see the cancellation policy in the section below.
Session Frequency
Couples therapy is most effective when there is consistency and momentum. Regular sessions provide support for de-escalating conflict, increasing emotional safety, and practicing new ways of relating before patterns have time to intensify again.
Cancellation Policy
Standard Session Cancellation Policy: If you fail to appear for a scheduled appointment or you do not cancel with at least 24 hours notice of your appointment, you will be charged the standard fee for that appointment.
We understand that emergencies happen and unexpected circumstances arise and waive the fee for your first late cancellation or no show per calendar year. You will be charged the standard session fee for all late cancellations and/or no shows after the first time in a calendar year. Thank you for providing advanced notice when you need to change or cancel an appointment.
Introductory Session Cancellation Policy: We request at least 24 hours notice to cancel or reschedule your free 30 minute introductory appointment. If you are unable to make your appointment and do not cancel with at least 24 hours notice and would like to schedule again for another time, you will be asked to schedule a standard 50 minute session at the standard session rate.
Insurance
At this time I don’t accept insurance directly, but I can provide a superbill for you to submit to your insurance provider for potential reimbursement. Many plans do reimburse for out-of-network therapy — it’s worth a quick call to your provider to ask about your coverage. HSA and FSA funds can also be used for sessions.
Why People Choose Private Pay
Choosing private pay means your care stays between us. There’s no diagnosis required, no insurer determining how often we meet or for how long, and no reporting to third parties. It also means you’re free to choose the therapist who feels like the right fit — not just whoever’s on your plan.
Payment
Cash, check, all major credit cards, and FSA and HSA are accepted. Payment is due at the time of service.
Right to Good Faith Estimate
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.
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