Frequently Asked Questions
Are your sessions in-person or virtual?
Currently we offer sessions virtually for California residents + in-person in Santa Monica, CA, for those who want face-to-face sessions.
Do you take insurance?
Our therapists are out-of-network providers. We can provide superbills that can submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement. You can check in with your insurance prior to treatment to see how much if any they will cover. You may want to try a service like Reimbursify to help facilitate the process.
What type of therapy do you practice?
The therapists on staff received Psychodynamic training, which views your family of origin as the template for your relationships. In addition, each therapist has specialized training in Perinatal (i.e. pregnancy + postpartum) Mental Health.
Do you only treat pregnant and postpartum individuals and couples?
While that is the focus of our specialty, our clinicians have a general practice as well.
How often is therapy?
Typically weekly—especially in the beginning while you are building rapport with each other. Over time, it might be indicated to go to every other week, and then maybe even monthly down the line; however, meeting more sporatically can feel like you are playing catch up instead of focusing on treating the presenting problem
Do you prescribe medication?
Our therapists are not physicians and therefore not qualified to prescribe medication. If you would like a medication evaluation, we recommend Reproductive Psychiatrist, Dr. Jennifer Okwerkewu. She is a trusted colleague of ours who is multi-state licensed.
What’s your cancellation policy?
We require 24-hour notice prior to cancelling your session, or we have to charge you for the missed appointment.
How long will it take until I feel better, and how long is treatment?
If there is something specific we are treating, then it may be shorter-term; however, sometimes you feel worse before you feel better. Other challenges may take longer to feel relief from. Some clients prefer a longer-term relationship with their therapist. We can provide you with a Good Faith Estimate upon your request.
What is a Good Faith Estimate?
You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical and mental health 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 expected charges for medical services, including psychotherapy services.
You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency healthcare services, including psychotherapy services.
You can ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule a 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.
Have another question, need clarification or just want to connect with a human? You can book a 20 min. complimentary consultation with one of our therapists, Rebecca Stevens, AMFT.