Therapy FAQs: Fees, What to Expect & Common Questions
What To Expect
Starting therapy can feel like a lot. I've made the process as predictable as possible. No surprises, no guessing what comes next. Here's exactly how it works:
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Free 15-Minute Consultation
The first step is to see if we're a good fit by booking a free 15-minute consultation call (video or phone — your choice). We'll talk about what's going on and how I may be able to help. No pressure to commit, no need to have the right words ready.
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Complete Intake Paperwork
Once we've decided to work together, I'll send you a link to my secure client portal to complete intake paperwork. It takes about 20 minutes, and you can do it from home, at your own pace. This gives me a better understanding of you and what you need before we ever sit down together.
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Intake Session/Therapy Plan
We'll meet for your first session in person or online, depending on your location and preference. We'll talk about your history, what's going on now, and set priorities for therapy. Then we'll decide on session frequency together and book your next appointment.
Fees:
Initial Evaluation & Treatment Plan (75 minutes) - $275
Individual Therapy Sessions (55 minutes) - $250
Extended Individual Therapy Sessions (90 minutes) - $375
Accelerated Resolution Therapy Sessions (60 minutes) - $250
Group Therapy Sessions (75-90 minutes) - $75-$100 per week for 8-10 weeks
Half-Day Therapy Intensives (4 hours) - $1375
You may be able to use out-of-network benefits to help pay for therapy. I recommend that you call your insurance company and ask them to explain your out-of-network mental health coverage for outpatient therapy. We can also discuss this during your free consultation.
**Sliding scale spots are currently full.
Intensives can be scheduled as a one-time event (a 4-hour session) or a package (e.g., 3 90-minute intensive sessions in 1 week).
I accept debit, credit, CareCredit, & HSA cards for payment. Please check with your individual HSA/FSA plan around coverage for services.
What if 55 minutes isn't enough?
Some weeks, an hour isn't quite enough room to get into what actually needs attention, and having to stop mid-thought to pick it back up next week can be frustrating. That's why I also offer 90-minute extended sessions.
There are two ways clients use them:
As an occasional deep dive. For a week that needs more space, whether we're working through something complex or you just have more to bring than usual.
As a standing option. If a weekly or every-other-week hour isn't realistic for you right now, whether that's your schedule, distance, or budget, a longer session on a less frequent basis can be a way to keep doing meaningful work without needing to show up as often.
Either way, it's not an upsell. It's a different shape for the same work, one that can end up costing less over time if it means fewer total sessions to get where you're going. If you think a 90-minute session might be a better fit than our usual pace, it's worth bringing up during your consultation.
Insurance
I'm currently in-network with Cigna, Optum, and United Healthcare for standard sessions. Note: 90-minute sessions are a private-pay option and are not billed to insurance, regardless of your coverage.
I feel strongly that your mental health care should be between you and your therapist, and as of October 1, 2026 I will no longer be an in-network provider with any insurance. Then, your fee will be $250 unless you and I have made other payment arrangements.
I understand that using health insurance is a necessity for some. If you want to use your out-of-network benefits to help pay for therapy, I’ll provide a superbill (monthly statement) that you can submit to your insurance company. These benefits are specific to your plan, and reimbursement requires that I give you a mental health diagnosis. If you do not have out-of-network benefits and cannot pay out of pocket, or you wish to be referred to an in-network provider, I will give you some names of in-network therapists.
You can use Thrizer or Mentaya to make using your out-of-network benefits super easy — you can check your eligibility here.
Frequently Asked Questions
You may have questions. Here are the ones I’m asked most.
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If you're in the Baton Rouge area, we can meet in person or online. I offer online therapy across Louisiana, Florida, and Virginia.
Online sessions happen via a HIPAA-compliant, encrypted video platform. Just get to a private space and click the link that's emailed to you before your session. Earbuds can help with privacy and distractions.
For many of my neurodivergent clients, telehealth is actually the better sensory fit — your own lighting, your own chair, your own space. Either works.
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individual therapy sessions are $250. If you’d like to use your out-of-network insurance benefits, I’ll give you a monthly superbill for your visits, or you can let Thrizer or Mentaya handle it for you.
All clients keep a credit card on file via a secure site integrated with my practice management system. Sessions are charged the day of service. You can also use a health savings account (HSA) if you have one with your insurance plan.
Every self-pay client receives a Good Faith Estimate, so there are no financial surprises.
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Currently I accept Cigna, Optum, and United Healthcare through a company called Alma, though as of October 1, 2026 I will transition to a fully private-pay practice.
If you use out-of-network benefits, you may be able to get reimbursed for our work together. I can provide a superbill to submit to your insurance, or Thrizer or Mentaya can handle everything for you.
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No. I do not provide formal autism and ADHD testing, although I can screen you for both. I work with women who are diagnosed, self-identified, or still exploring — you don't need a label to start. If you decide you want a formal evaluation, I'm happy to refer you to neuropsychologists in your state who do testing.
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Yes — and you're in good company. Many of the women I work with arrive without either label. Some are just starting to wonder about autism or AuDHD; some are still asking "was it actually that bad?" The not-knowing is often exactly where we start. You don't need to have anything figured out before your first session.
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This isn't a place where you have to keep masking. In person: I don't use the overhead light, I can adjust the blinds, and I have fidgets available (or bring your own). Online: dim your lights, sit on the floor, skip eye contact, take silences, ask me to repeat things or to be more direct. Stimming is welcome. So is bluntness. So is needing extra time to find the words.
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I'm not the best therapist for everyone, and I don't treat every mental health problem there is. I know who I do my best work with, and I have specialized training in the issues I treat — including neurodiversity-affirming care. I also have 25 years of experience as a therapist, lived experience as an AuDHD woman, and nearly 50 years of experience as a human.
I value authenticity, humor, and safety, and I want you to feel comfortable showing up as yourself. If you use colorful language, go for it. Dress comfortably and bring your fidget, blanket, or favorite beverage. Pets are welcome too — just check with me first before bringing one to an in-person session.
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Yes! The Untangling Intensive is a nervous-system friendly, half-day session for autistic, AuDHD (diagnosed or self-identified) women who want to do focused work around emotional abuse, masking and burnout.
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The first step is to book a free 15-minute consultation call. It gives us a chance to talk about what you're looking for, answer your questions, and see if we're a good fit. If we decide to move forward, we'll schedule your first session from there. You can schedule your consultation here.
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The cancellation fee is 100% of your session fee for cancellations with less than 48 hours notice.
The client portal is available 24/7, so you can reschedule without playing phone tag. If you need to cancel with less than 48 hours' notice, please call me or send a message through the portal.
Note: You are NOT financially responsible for any cancellations initiated by me.
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Individual sessions are 55 minutes and typically held weekly or bi-weekly, depending on your needs and goals.
Extended therapy sessions are 90 minutes.
Group therapy sessions are usually 75-90 minutes and meet weekly for 8-10 weeks. This varies depending on the group.
Intensives are 4 hours.
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That depends. Some clients make significant progress in 6–12 sessions; others need a lot more time — especially when we're untangling years of masking and relational trauma at a pace your nervous system can actually handle.
I don't want you to be in therapy forever. We'll work efficiently to get you feeling better and back to living your life.
Still have questions?
If you don't see your questions answered here, please send me an email or call 225.244.6163. I respond within 48 hours, Monday - Thursday. I'm also happy to answer anything during your free 15-min. consultation call.