Frequently asked questions.
how much does counseling cost?
My rate is $180 per 55 minute session*. Fees are due at the time of service.
do you accept insurance?
I do not work directly with insurance companies as an in-network provider. If you want to use out-of-network benefits, I’ll provide you with the paperwork you’ll need to submit to your insurer for potential reimbursement. You can use this free benefit checker to determine whether you might receive reimbursement.
what should i talk about in therapy?
Great question! Short answer: whatever you want. For real. If you’re looking for more detail on what to expect in therapy, check this out.
how will i know if we’re a good fit?
Another great question! I encourage you to check out my bio page to get a feel for who I am and how I work. We will use our first few sessions together to check out the vibe, and if it’s not a good fit I am happy to help you find a therapist you’ll love!
how do i book a session?
Fill out this form on the Contact page, and I’ll get back to you soon with some schedule options!
where’s your office?
My office is in Oak Harbor, on beautiful Whidbey Island in Washington state.
I see clients in-person in Oak Harbor as well as throughout Washington via online therapy (a.k.a. telehealth).
What’s the deal with the owl in your logo?
I love animals, I love Harry Potter (hello: last name Potter), and I wanted something woodsy in my logo. Plus, owls are wise, quiet, and can see in the dark. I feel like there’s some symbolism there…
*You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your health care will cost Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have certain types of health care coverage or who are not using certain types of health care coverage an estimate of their bill for health care items and services before those items or services are provided.
• You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any health care items or services upon request or when scheduling such items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees.
• If you schedule a health care item or service at least 3 business days in advance, make sure your health care provider or facility gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing within 1 business day after scheduling. If you schedule a health care item or service at least 10 business days in advance, make sure your health care provider or facility gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing within 3 business days after scheduling. You can also ask any health care provider or facility for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service. If you do, make sure the health care provider or facility gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing within 3 business days after you ask.
• If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more for any provider or facility than your Good Faith Estimate from that provider or facility, you can dispute the bill.
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises/consumers, email FederalPPDRQuestions@cms.hhs.gov, or call 1- 800-985-3059.