FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
DO YOU PRESCRIBE MEDICATIONS?
No. Psychologists typically do not prescribe medications. Psychiatrists, physicians, physician assistants, and psychiatric nurse practitioners can prescribe mental health medications.
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE "BOARD-CERTIFIED" IN DBT?
Board-certification through the DBT-LBC indicates that a provider has passed an extensive multi-stage evaluation process ensuring they possess the training, skill and overall qualifications to provide high-quality DBT. In other words, it offers consumers the assurance that a provider has demonstrated adequate knowledge and expertise in providing DBT properly. The DBT-LBC is the only DBT certifying body endorsed by Marsha M. Linehan, Ph.D., founder and original developer of DBT. Additional information can be found on the DBT-LBC website.
DO YOU SEE CLIENTS IN PERSON?
Yes! I offer sessions both online via Zoom and in-person at my office located at 110 Haverhill Rd in Amesbury, MA.
GOOD FAITH ESTIMATE
A notice of Clients' Right to Receive a Good Faith Estimate of Expected Charges” under the No Surprises Act can be found here.
WHY DON'T YOU ACCEPT INSURANCE?
This allows me to focus on providing the best care possible and spend more time focusing on providing quality care while better protecting your privacy.
Your insurance company may be willing to reimburse you after the fact for part of the fee through out-of-network (if applicable). Upon request, I am happy to provide clients with a “superbill,” which is a detailed receipt of services provided that you would submit to your insurance company for reimbursement. Here is a step-by-step guide with a list of questions to ask your insurance company that may be helpful.
WHAT ARE YOUR RATES?
My hourly rate is $225/hr for individual therapy, $235/hr for family therapy and parent coaching, and $250 for the initial intake evaluation.