FAQs

Do you take my insurance?

I participate with Medicare, Blue Cross (Highmark), and Highmark Health Options.

Although fees are to be paid at the time of service, my billing company will, as a courtesy, submit claims to your insurance company for your reimbursement.

The first step is making the call or sending me an email. I’m usually with a client so you’re likely to get my voicemail. Leave a message and I will get back to you, although it could be a couple days. I make these calls when I have at least 20 minutes to devote to our conversation and I have very little downtime during my work days. I check voicemail and email Monday through Thursday.
When we do speak, you’ll tell me just a little bit about what’s bothering you so I can begin to get a feel for whether or not I’m the right therapist for you. You can ask any questions you may have.
If you decide to make an appointment I’ll gather information and we’ll schedule something.
I’ll send you intake paperwork in advance.
When the first appointment day comes, we’ll meet for just over an hour. You’ll describe your concerns more fully and I’ll ask a lot of questions. Usually, by the end of this session, we’ll have an idea of whether or not it’s a good match.
I’ll let you know my recommendation for proceeding, and we’ll make a decision about that.