Kathleen Nelson, LMSW, ACSW, GC-C

Rates and Insurance

Rates

$100-$165

Accepted Insurance Plans:

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareBridges EAP

If you have one of the above insurances, I will bill your insurance directly.  For out of network reimbursement or flexible spending accounts, I am happy to provide you with a detailed monthly statement for you to submit to your insurance company to be reimbursed.

Depending on your current health insurance provider or employee benefit plan, it is possible for services to be covered in full or in part. You should verify with your insurance company what your coverage is for psychotherapy/mental health or telehealth services.

I’d recommend asking these questions to your insurance provider to help determine your benefits:

  • Does my health insurance plan include mental health benefits?
  • Does my health insurance plan include telehealth benefits?
  • Do I have a deductible? If so, what is it and have I met it yet?
  • Does my plan limit how many sessions per calendar year I can have? If so, what is the limit?
  • Do I need written approval from my primary care physician in order for services to be covered?
  • Do I need a pre-authorization from my insurance company for services?

Payment

I accept cash and all major credit/debit cards as forms of payment.

Cancellation Policy

A fee will be charged for appointments missed and for appointments cancelled less than 24 hours in advance. Emergencies and circumstances beyond your control will be addressed on a case by case basis.

Sessions

The first session is generally 55 minutes with subsequent sessions lasting 45-55 minutes.

Good Faith Estimate Notice

Under the law, health care providers need to give clients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the expected charges for medical services, including psychotherapy services. You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency healthcare services, including psychotherapy services. You can ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule a service, or at any time during treatment. If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, or how to dispute a bill, see your Estimate, or visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.  

Any Other Questions?

Please contact me for any additional questions you may have. I look forward to hearing from you!