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Frequently Asked Questions

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How long will my appointment take?

Your initial appointment, typically an hour in length, will be used to complete necessary paperwork and begin gathering information to develop a treatment plan. Subsequent sessions are usually 45 to 50 minutes in length. Frequency of visits will be discussed with your therapist at the intake. 

What is the rate for sessions?

Psychotherapy rates are based on an established fee schedule. Appointments are typically 53 minutes in length, however, this can vary at times. 

Intake appointment: $170 (licensed therapist)  $190 (Psychologist rate)

Individual Therapy: $150 (Licensed Therapist)  $170 (Psychologist rate)

Marriage/Couples Counseling $150 (Licensed Therapist) $170 (Psychologist rate)

Parent Sessions: $150 (Licensed Therapist) $170 (Psychologist rate)

How can I make payment?

Payment is expected at the time services are rendered. We ask that every client have a payment on file to allow us to charge at the time when services are rendered. Payments can also be made on our portal. 

Do you participate with my insurance?

We are participating providers with the following insurances:

  •   Highmark (we do not participate in Highmark Wholecare)

  •   Blue Cross/Blue Shield plans (including Federal)

  •   Capital Blue Cross

  •   Optum/United Healthcare (we do not participate with EAP or the exchange policy)

  •   Aetna Commercial Insurance

  •   Geisinger (we do not participate with CHIP)

  •   UPMC (we do not participate with CHIP)

  •   Quest

** We do not participate in Medical Assistance, CHIP programs, Medicare or exchange policies**

What can I do if you do not participate with my insurance?

If the practice does not participate with your insurance company, you may have out of network benefits to use for these services. You can inquire about this by calling the phone number on the back of your insurance card and ask about your benefits for outpatient mental health services. If you chose to use out of network benefits, we will be happy to provide you with a receipt for reimbursement for your sessions.

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