Fees & Insurance
I am a private pay, out-of-network provider. My fee schedule is listed below.
If my standard fees are outside your financial reach, please reach out to discuss sliding scale options. I aim to maintain a flexible sliding scale whenever possible and understand that financial circumstances and access to care can vary considerably from person to person.
If you are hoping to use insurance benefits or are having difficulty finding available in-network care, additional information and resources are provided below.
Fees
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Individual Psychotherapy
$230 per 50 minute session
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Psychotherapy for Couples
$275 per 50 minute session
$325 per 75 minute session
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Assessment and Evaluation
$230 per hour, total fee varies by scope
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Out-of-Network Benefits
I can provide documentation upon request for possible out-of-network reimbursement. Speak with your insurance provider to find out if you are eligible for reimbursement.
Insurance & Access to Care
Like many independent psychologists in the Madison area, I have attempted to join major insurance networks serving the region, only to be informed that panels are closed to new providers despite ongoing network shortages and significant demand for care. Insurance reimbursement structures can also make it difficult to sustainably offer the kind of longer-term, specialized, or in-depth psychological services that many patients are seeking.
When trying to use in-network benefits for therapy, many patients encounter long waitlists, limited availability, or provider directories that do not accurately reflect real appointment access. This can be especially difficult for individuals seeking specialized care, longer-term or weekly therapy, or services with a doctoral-level clinician.
If this has been your experience, you are not alone. I’ve included some resources below that may help you advocate for the care you need.
Insurance Resources & Support
If You Are Trying to Use Insurance
A reasonable effort to locate in-network care generally means contacting at least 10 providers listed by your insurance company as in-network and accepting new patients. Your insurer’s website should have a directory with search filters — this is a good place to start.
If you have contacted 10 listed providers and still cannot access appropriate care within a reasonable timeframe (1-2 weeks for urgent needs and 2-4 weeks for routine care), you may wish to call your insurer’s customer service department and ask about:
a network gap exception
a single case agreement
authorization for out-of-network care at in-network benefit levels
help locating an available provider
whether the directory accurately reflects real appointment availability
It may also help to keep a simple record of:
which providers you contacted
when you contacted them
whether they responded
what you were told about availability
Insurance companies sometimes request this information when reviewing requests for out-of-network coverage assistance.
Sample Language for Calling Your Insurance Company
“I have contacted at least 10 providers listed in your directory as in-network and accepting new patients, but I have not been able to access appropriate care within a reasonable timeframe. I would like to discuss my options for obtaining covered behavioral health treatment, including a network gap exception, single case agreement, or authorization for out-of-network services at my in-network benefit level.”
You are also welcome to provide my practice information to your insurer as an example of the type of provider you are seeking, if you feel my training, approach, or services are clinically appropriate for your care.
Questions to Ask Your Insurance Company
Do I have out-of-network mental health benefits?
What is my out-of-network deductible?
What percentage of the fee is reimbursed after the deductible is met?
Do I need prior authorization?
Can I request a network gap exception if I cannot find an available in-network provider?
Can I request a single case agreement with an out-of-network psychologist?
Final Note
Finding mental health care should not require hours of phone calls, unanswered messages, and uncertainty. If you are struggling to navigate this process, remember: you are not alone.
If you have questions about fees, insurance, sliding scale availability, or whether my services may be a good fit for your needs, you are welcome to reach out.