Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the office located?
My office is located on the corner of Bush and Octavia in San Francisco, CA.
Where do I park?
There is street parking, usually available for an hour around the office.
How long is a typical session?
The sessions are 50 minutes.
What is the hourly fee?
Rates for therapy are $280 – $300 for a 50-minute session. You may be able to get partial reimbursement through your insurance company.
How do I pay?
I accept most major credit cards and cash
Do you accept insurance?
I currently only accept Lyra Health for direct insurance payments. You may be reimbursed by your PPO insurance plan. As an out-of-network provider, you can typically be reimbursed between 20-80% of the cost for each session. Please contact your insurance plan to find the exact reimbursement rate.
How can I use my PPO insurance?
I would suggest calling your PPO insurance company and asking about their policy on out-of-network behavioral health care. Be sure to specifically ask for the amount of any deductibles, what percentage of services they will reimburse, and if there are limits on the number of visits per calendar year.
Should you choose to come here for treatment, you will be required to pay for your session in full at the time of service. I will provide you with a monthly statement (“superbill”) that you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.
How do I make an appointment?
You can call me at (415) 237-7744 or use our online booking feature to request an appointment.
Can I cancel an appointment? Do you have a cancellation policy?
You can contact the number provided for you to cancel the appointment. I do have a 48-hour cancellation policy.
What is a free initial phone consultation?
This is a 20-minute initial phone call to assess if we can work together. During our call, I will ask you defining questions to understand the current challenges. I also welcome you to ask me any questions you have.
Therapy Questions
What age range do you work with?
I work with individuals aged 18 and older.
Do you work with people from diverse backgrounds, ethnicities, and religions?
I do work with people from a variety of diverse backgrounds, ethnicities, and religions.
What can I expect in the first session?
Our first session will be used to discuss your goals for therapy and the expectations for treatment. I will ask a series of questions to assist me in providing you with a treatment plan. This treatment plan will map out the best way to reach your goals.
How do you work with clients?
As a practitioner scientist, I unitize cutting-edge psychological science and tailor them to your need to succeed. My approach is collaborative conversational and present-oriented. We explore, learn, and create a path forward for the best version of you.
Do you offer video or phone sessions?
Yes, I do.