Getting Started with Evaluations and Therapy
What To Expect
The Consultation Call
Getting started with a therapist (or a new therapist) can be daunting. We can schedule a free 15-minute consultation call. During this time we can briefly discuss your presenting concerns, to ensure that it’s within my wheelhouse. This time during the consultation call also gives us a chance to ask and answer questions on both sides, and ensure that we are a good match personality-wise and clinically speaking. I appreciate transparency, so if the issue bringing you to therapy is not my strong suit, or are personalities are not a good match, I will happily refer you to a therapist who might be a better fit.
Clinical Evaluation (optional)
A formal clinical evaluation for ADHD and Autism can be conducted, if this would be helpful for you. Some clients come in for the evaluation as a stand-alone service, and then take the clinical report back to their established therapist to help guide their treatment process. Other clients have their evaluation done, and continue on to work with me in therapy. If you prefer a referral to a psychologist or psychiatrist for assessment, I would be happy to help with referrals for that as well, and we can focus on therapy together. Feel free to send me an email if you would like to discuss evaluation options, concerns, or questions.
The Initial Intake Appointment
Prior to starting therapy, we will have an initial intake appointment to discuss the presenting situation in depth, discuss relevant background information, and help get a big picture snapshot of who you are overall as a person. The initial intake appointment is billed at $250, and therapy sessions afterwards are billed by type of session (outlined below).
Payment and Fees
My practice is self-pay, which means that the fees are collected the day of session. The purpose of this is for both of us to have more autonomy throughout the therapeutic journey. If you would like to use your insurance plan on an out-of-network basis, I can provide monthly superbilling which allows for reimbursement by your insurance company. The online portal will generate a monthly super bill and send it directly to your email, you simply send to your insurance company (via email or their online portal) and they reimburse you by direct deposit or a paper check.
The ‘for us, by us’ model for ADHD + Autism support
In my practice, I offer neurodivergence assessments, counseling, and support grounded in the 'for us, by us' philosophy. Every assessment material, psychometric test, and evaluation process I use is designed BY neurodivergent individuals, FOR neurodivergent individuals - ensuring that your experience is both relevant and respectful.
As a clinician with both clinical expertise and lived experience of neurodivergence, I create a space where ADHD and autistic folks can feel truly understood, respected, and supported on their journey towards understanding, acceptance, accommodations, advocacy, success (however you define it), joy and well-being.
Neurodivergence Assessments Available
ADHD Evaluation
This includes a 2-hour appointment for structured psychometrics and clinical interview. A follow-up visit to discuss the results.
Also includes a written report including diagnosis, specific domains of support needs identified, treatment recommendations, and resources / referrals.
ADHD assessment I $1,200
Autism Assessment
This includes a 3-hour appointment for structured psychometrics and clinical interview. A follow-up visit to discuss the results.
Also includes a written report including diagnosis, specific domains of support needs identified, treatment recommendations, and resources / referrals.
Autism assessment I $1,800
AuDHD Assessment
Consists of two separate appointments for the structured psychometrics and clinical interviews for ADHD and Autism. A follow-up visit to discuss the results.
Also includes a written report including diagnosis, specific domains of support needs identified, treatment recommendations, and resources / referrals.
AuDHD assessment I $3,000
Therapy Services Offered
Individual Sessions
Ideal to help you reach your individual goals, understand the complexity of ADHD and Autism, as well as cultivate an environment conducive to your wellbeing.
Standard therapy - 50 minute session I $195
Hypnotherapy - 80 minute session I $295
Couples Sessions
Sessions for you and your partner to explore the relationship dynamics and personal dynamics impacting your relationship. Helps partners move towards harmony and growth together.
50 minute session I $215
Family Sessions
Sessions available to help your family unpack the relationship dynamics that are impacting each family member individually - as well as the family unit as a whole.
50 minute session I $215
Accepting assessment / evaluation appointments ONLY at this time. Currently on a WAITLIST for new counseling clients. Will be enrolling new counseling clients between Nov 2024 - Jan 2025.
Virtual sessions to fit your schedule.
Getting to therapy shouldn’t be an additional stressor. Say goodbye to the stress of commuting and finding time to fit therapy sessions into an already busy schedule. Virtual appointments let you focus on your mental health from the comfort of your own home or office. Appointments that fit into your schedule with minimal interruptions to your calendar.