Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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How soon will I begin to feel better with therapy?Prioritizing your emotional and mental health takes courage and hard work. It is therefore understandable that you would want to experience positive results from therapy as soon as possible. Therapy can initially feel painful and uncomfortable, as you begin to unpack all that has been weighing you down. Clients report that on average it takes 5 sessions, before they begin to feel comfortable and safe with their therapist. Once a strong rapport has been established with their therapist, clients report that they begin to experience the benefits of therapy, feeling lighter post-session, improved self-esteem and communication skills, more regulated emotions, and healthier interpersonal relationships.
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Do I have to attend therapy on a weekly basis?It is important in the initial rapport building phase, or phases of crisis, you are attending therapy on a weekly basis. Once you have established rapport with your therapist, or gotten through a crisis phase, attending therapy on a bi-weekly basis may be the best fit for you. You can always discuss what your options are with your therapist.
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How do I know if a therapist will be a good fit for me?One of the most important components of therapy is ensuring the therapist you are working with is the best fit for you. I recommend meeting with 2-3 therapists, before deciding who you believe will be the right fit to guide you on your journey. Asking therapists direct questions regarding their area of expertise, theoretical framework and cultural competency/humility should be done in the initial consultation to get a good sense of fitness. The strongest indicator will be your own gut instinct in regards to a therapist's ability to connect with you and ensure a sense of safety.
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If you are working with my child, will you be updating me about what they are sharing in session, or if progress is being made?This is a valid question that any parent would have. The reality is that in order for therapy with your child/adolescent to be effective, they have to trust that their therapist is maintaining their confidentiality. An effective therapist will want to meet with a child/adolescents primary caretakers to ensure they are able to support the child/adolescent at home with skills they may be learning in session, and to support the caretakers in ensuring their child's well-being. Therapists are mandated reporters, and therefore if your child/adolescent discloses in therapy that they want to harm themselves, someone else, or that someone is harming them, the therapist is required by law to report.
Rates & Payment
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Individual Sessions (In person & Teletherapy)
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Free for 30-minute Consultation
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$175 for an individual 45–50-minute session
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$200 for a 90-minute Extended session
Family or Couples Sessions (In person & Teletherapy)
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Free for 30-minute Consultation
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$190 for a 50–60-minute session
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$220 for a 90-minute session
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Sliding scale fee available at request.
Payment
Cash, check and all major credit cards are accepted for payment.
Cancellation Policy
Sessions are typically scheduled to occur one time per week at the same time and day if possible. Patient’s therapist may suggest a different amount of therapy depending on the nature and severity of patient’s concerns. Patient’s consistent attendance greatly contributes to a successful outcome. In order to cancel or reschedule an appointment, Representative is expected to notify patient’s therapist at least 12 hours in advance of patient’s appointment.
If you do not provide patient’s therapist with at least 12 hours’ notice in advance, Representative is responsible for payment for the missed session.
Please understand that your insurance company will not pay for missed or canceled sessions.
Out-of-Network
Services from Tides of Healing are considered “out-of-network” with insurance companies. This ensures the delivery of higher quality of care, with individualized attention, and complete confidentiality.
Many insurance companies provide reimbursement for out-of-network therapy. "A Super Bill" can be provided on request which can be used to submit to your insurance and seek potential reimbursement for sessions.
Good Faith Estimate
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You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost. Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services.
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You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees.
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Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item.You can also ask your healthcare provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service.
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If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.
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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, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call Tides of Healing directly at (650) 799-1762
More Questions?
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