A.R.T is an evidenced based form of psychotherapy that utilizes back and forth eye movements to help clients address common problems (i.e., depression, anxiety, & PTSD). A.R.T uses your brain's natural way of processing information to get rid of distressing images & sensations. 

It is common to wonder how long therapy may last; however, this question is impossible to answer in a definitive way.  I typically recommend beginning with weekly sessions. While some problems may be resolved in a handful of visits, issues that are more complex may involve long-term work lasting months or years.   

I offer appointments on weekdays.  I typically provide appointments from 9:00-5:00 pm. However, my availability tends to vary, so please contact me to see if we can find a mutually agreeable meeting time. 

I request a minimum of 48 hours prior to cancelling an appointment. It is often difficult to fill an appointment spot at the last minute. Failure to cancel a minimum of 48 hours in advance will result in a charge to you for the usual hourly fee. 

I am currently an out-of-network provider for most insurances (*except United/Optum Aetna).  I am happy to provide you with the necessary documentation if you wish to submit for reimbursement by your insurance company.  Many plans, especially PPOs, offer partial benefits for out-of-network services.  If you plan on using out-of-network mental health coverage, I will provide you with any assistance to help you receive your entitled benefits.  However, you are ultimately responsible for full payment of my fees.

In my opinion there can be some downfalls to using insurance when it comes to mental health services. Insurance companies do not see you as an individual with needs that are unique. In order to be eligible for services with insurance, you must have a diagnosis. Sometimes individuals seek therapy to navigate current life or family circumstances, such as help with parenting, communication skills, or assistance with typical stressors. In my opinion, a diagnosis or identifying someone as disordered is not necessary in all cases. When working with insurance, the insurance companies dictate that treatment goals focus on your diagnosis, not necessarily on the many other factors which may have brought you to therapy in the first place. Insurance companies also decide frequency and length of treatment. In some cases, they provide you with only a handful of sessions, and have the right to terminate services at any time for various reasons. Lastly, with self-pay, I can assure you that your records and information are completely safe and held in the strictest confidence. With insurance, your mental health (and required diagnosis for treatment coverage) become part of your medical record. With self-pay, your records stay with me only, and are not shared except in the case of your express written consent, or in cases protected by law (e.g., your safety or the safety of others is at risk). 

After payment is made for services, I will provide a specific receipt that is called a Superbill. You will then provide this to your insurance company, who will mail the reimbursement check directly to you. 

*I highly recommend calling your insurance company first to inquire about your specific out-of-network benefits for outpatient mental health services. You will want to ask the following questions:

• What is your specific rate (percentage) of reimbursement?
• Is there an out-of-network deductible that needs to be met first?
• What is the mailing address or fax number to submit superbills?

You have the right to receive a "Good Faith Estimate" explaining how much your mental health care will cost. Under the No Surprise Act, New Leaf Psychological Services must provide clients who do not have insurance (uninsured) or who will not be using insurance to pay or reimburse for services (self-pay) an estimate of the total expected costs for services. You can ask New Leaf Psychological Services for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule a service. 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, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 800-985-3059.  

There are times when medication can be a useful adjunct to psychotherapy.  As a Clinical Psychologist, I cannot prescribe medication.