Starting Therapy
Once we hear from through filling out our consultation form, we’ll get in touch to set up a brief phone call with you before scheduling your first session. This is for us to get a sense of what's bringing you to seek psychotherapy, and for you to have a chance to ask me any questions you have, so that we can both determine whether BST is a good fit for you. If so, at the end of the conversation we'll schedule your first in-person session.
Sessions last either 45 or 90 minutes, depending on your preference, and typically occur once a week. We will always try to start on time and end on time. There is no pre-determined shape or format to a therapy session - each one will depend on what we're working on and what is happening for you that day. Similarly, there is no predictable amount of sessions we will need to address your concerns - every therapy is unique, some requiring just a few sessions to create meaningful change, and others needing more time and patience to deepen, develop, and yield results. Our therapists will consistently communicate with you about how therapy is going for you and how well it is meeting your needs. Your only job is to show up ready to be present, curious, and open to your experience.
While biweekly or more sporadic scheduling is sometimes possible, your therapy will be much more powerful and produce results sooner if you can commit one hour per week to your well-being.
Billing and Insurance
Rates for therapy range from $210 - $300, depending on clinician and type of therapy (individual vs couple). Payment of fees is requested at each session, and we will provide invoices monthly or at your request. Payment may be done using Venmo, Zelle, or credit card. We also ask for a credit card to keep on file for every client.
Brooklyn Somatic Therapy is an out-of-network provider, meaning you can be significantly reimbursed for our services by any insurance plan that includes out-of-network benefits, including Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Aetna, Cigna, and United Healthcare. Usually this involves submitting a claim form to your insurance carrier along with a billing statement from your provider detailing the services rendered, diagnosis, etc. We will be happy to provide you with such statements (also called superbills) as often as you need.
If you're not sure if you have out-of-network benefits, call your insurance company and ask them these questions:
Do I have out-of-network coverage for outpatient psychotherapy (CPT Code 90834)?
What is my deductible? Has any of it been met yet?
What is my coinsurance? (This will be the percentage that your insurance company will pay after you meet your deductible)
All clients are entitled to a Good Faith Estimate under the No Surprises Act. You can learn more about the No Surprises Act here.