Frequently Asked Questions
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How much does therapy cost?
Initial consultation (up to 15 minutes) : complimentary
Intake session (up to 120 mins): $250
Individual session (up to 55 mins) : $150
Extended individual session (up to 90 mins): $200
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Do you take insurance?
Currently we are in-network with Aetna, BCBS, Carefirst, EverNorth (Cigna), and Optum.
If you have another insurance provider, you may be eligible to submit a claim for reimbursement of out-of-network services. A superbill can be provided at your request.
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What is the cancellation policy?
Appointments cancelled or rescheduled within 48 hours will incur a $125 cancellation fee.
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How can therapy help me feel better?
Therapy is a process of exploration. Your therapist will be someone who supports you, listens attentively, models a healthy and positive relationship experience, provides appropriate feedback, and follows ethical guidelines. You will learn skills to overcome symptoms of mental illness, build confidence, and improve relationships with yourself and others. Therapy provides unique benefits depending on the individual needs.
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What will happen in my first therapy session?
It’s natural to feel anxious or uncertain before your first therapy session. You will receive a series of questionnaires and forms via email to help the therapist understand your symptoms, history, and goals for treatment. During the first session, time will be spent on introductions and learning about therapy. Whatever questions you have about your therapist or the process, please bring your questions to the session. The first few sessions are focused on developing a therapeutic relationship and setting goals for treatment.
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Can I bring people to my session?
Infants under 12 months are always welcome. Whether virtual or in person, we encourage you to arrange childcare for children over 12 months.
During your individual virtual sessions, it is important that you are alone and in a safe and secure space (not in public or driving) to protect your safety and privacy.
If you would like an adult to participate in your individual session, please share that with your therapist so that we can discuss your options.
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Can you tell people what I talk about during therapy?
What you say during therapy is confidential. This is your space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors without judgement. There are laws and regulations in place to protect your privacy, confidentiality is also an essential part of the counselor’s professional code of ethics. For your safety, there are three exceptions when it comes to confidentiality in the therapeutic relationship. During your first session, the therapist will explain the limits to confidentiality which include harm to yourself, harm to others, and child abuse.
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Can a therapist prescribe medication?
For some people, psychotropic medication may be an essential part of their mental health treatment. Master’s level clinician, in most states, do not prescribe medications but can work jointly with your PCP, psychiatrist or nurse practitioner who will prescribe and manage your medications.
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What's the difference between therapy and coaching?
Therapy and coaching have similarities. Both focus on working through discomfort and setting goals. Therapy focuses on addressing mental illness while coaching may focus on enhancing your existing skills or achieving a specific goal. At Womanhood Coalition, we often suggest coaching after the individual has done the essential work in therapy to treat any underlying mental illness or trauma.