- (408) 409-3964
- Located in San Jose, California
I get asked many questions in my consultation phone calls about anxiety, trauma, EMDR & CBT. I’ve summarized some of these common questions and answers for your convenience.
The initial assessment appointment is 45 minutes long and costs $330. Other therapy sessions are 45 minutes long and cost $285. Please remember that the total cost of therapy is not the same as the cost per session. The total cost of therapy is the cost of all sessions until the desired changes and healing are completed.
With my years of experience and my specialties of CBT and EMDR, I may be more effective and we could end therapy more quickly than with a “cheaper” therapist.
Payment is due at the time of each session. I accept credit cards, debit cards, HSA and FSA cards, checks, and cash. I keep a card on file for automatic processing after each session, but you’re welcome to pay by check or cash if you prefer.
No. I am an out-of-network provider for all insurance companies. If you would like to use your insurance benefits, I can provide a monthly Superbill that includes all the information your insurance company needs to process reimbursement for out-of-network services.
90791 Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation: $335
90834 Psychotherapy Session, 45 minutes $285
90837 Psychotherapy Session, 60 minutes $390
No, I don’t submit claims on your behalf, but I will provide you with a monthly Superbill that includes everything you need to request reimbursement. Many clients find the process straightforward once they’ve submitted their first claim.
I use Thrizer as a payment processor and also you can use them to submit claims.
There are many factors I considered when I made the decision to not accept insurance. The two primary reasons are treatment considerations and reimbursement rates. Insurance companies limit the number, length, and frequency of therapy sessions which can interfere with my recommended approach for your unique situation and needs. In terms of reimbursement rates, insurance companies do not make yearly pay increases. Given that he overhead expenses of being a therapist increase yearly, the lack of yearly fee increases makes being in an insurance provider not economically feasible.
I am very experienced in short term therapy and my goal is to help my clients make changes as quickly as possible. It is difficult to predict the length of therapy. Some people can accomplish their goals in 5 to 6 sessions.
Sometimes the length of psychotherapy treatment will be 12-18 sessions. Some people attend therapy for several years. The length of treatment depends on your goals, the complexity of the issues we’re addressing, and how you respond to the therapy. I aim to be efficient and effective in helping clients make their desired changes.
After our initial assessment is completed I will be able to give you a clearer estimate of the number of sessions anticipated. My priority is to help you make lasting progress and keep it in a timeframe that is manageable.
Therapy is an investment you make in yourself to improve your life. The improvements you experience in your wellbeing, relationships, and daily functioning can be hard to quantify but are deeply meaningful. Your investment in therapy should result in increased happiness and better functioning. For many clients, therapy leads to greater self-awareness, increased confidence, and more emotional resilience.
These shifts can improve work performance, increase assertive communication, and improve relationships. This might lead to promotions or better performance in business and higher income. Ultimately only you can determine the value of the potential positive outcomes of therapy.
The total cost of therapy is the cost per session multiplied by the total number of sessions of therapy. My evidence-based approaches of EMDR and CBT are proven to help clients achieve meaningful change efficiently.
With my Ph.D. from Stanford and over two decades of experience, my expertise may result in fewer sessions wasted on surface-level support or trying to figure out what to do next. My fees reflect my high level of expertise, efficiency, and the proven results I bring to the therapy experience.
Yes, I provide video therapy using Doxy.me, a HIPPA compliant Teletherapy service. EMDR can be done either in person or online and both modes are equally effective. I can provide therapy to anyone in California with no restrictions.
However, there are some limits to how much or whether I can work with people in other states since I am currently only licensed in California.
Yes, I have an office in San Jose. Currently my office is at 2020 Forest Ave, Ste 3, San Jose, CA 95128. The office is near Valley Fair Mall and the famous Falafel Drive In and conveniently located near Highway 280, Highway 880, and the San Tomas Expressway.
No, I only work with individuals age 18 and older.
Yes. I work affirmatively with BIPOC and LGBTQ+ clients, and I’m committed to creating a therapeutic relationship where you don’t have to explain or minimize your experiences to be understood. I recognize the impact of systemic oppression, generational trauma, and identity-based stress.
I provide therapy that honors your full identity and addresses the emotional and physical tolls of racism, sexism, discrimination, immigration-related stress, and systemic inequities. I’m a committed ally to my LGBTQ+ and POC clients.
