Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose the right therapist?
Your relationship with your therapist is an important part of the therapy experience. Each therapist has types of issues that they specialize in working on and has specific approaches for those issues. Check out each providers page, and choose the therapist that stands out to you. You can also get a better sense of a therapist by looking at their individual websites. If someone stands out to you, contact them directly to schedule a consultation.
How much do sessions cost? And do you take insurance?
Some of our providers are in network with some insurance panels. This may be listed on their individual provider page. If it is not, please contact the provider directly regarding participation on insurance panels. We have provided some general guidelines and information around insurance benefits for behavioral health services below:
Insurance is an agreement between you and your insurance company as to how your counseling will be paid for. This benefits agreement can usually be found either on the website of your insurance carrier or by calling the number on the back of your insurance card. Insurance may cover some or all of the cost of therapy. Please call the number on the back of your insurance card to verify your behavioral health benefits. It is helpful to ask the following questions:
Do I have mental health insurance benefits?
What is my deductible and has it been met?
How many sessions per year does my health insurance cover?
What is the coverage amount per therapy session?
Is approval required from my primary care physician
In Network
In-network means that your therapist has contracted with your insurance company to provide services for a contracted rate. If your therapist is in-network with your insurance, they will file claims for your insurance company, and you are responsible for copays and deductibles as they are determined by your insurance company. We are in-network with a few insurance panels and are able to accept insurance with those panels. Please check with your therapist regarding participation on panels.
Out of Network
Out of Network means that your therapist does not have a contract with your insurance company. If your therapist is out of network then you will be responsible for payment for your session at the time of service. Your therapist will give you a form called a “superbill”. A superbill is simply a specialized invoice that you can file with your insurance carrier to be reimbursed for some of the cost of your counseling session. In some cases, your therapist is able to file out of network claims for you as a courtesy to you. In this case, you will need to pay for the full cost of your session at the time of service, and your therapist will file the claim for you rather than using a superbill.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Each therapist at The Counseling Studio maintains their own schedule, we do not have a receptionist or scheduler. Please contact the provider you’re interested in working with to find out which appointment days and times they currently have available.