What to Expect From Your Consultation Call

Purpose of the Call

This free 20-minute call helps us understand what brings you to therapy and determine whether we’re a good match. It’s not a therapy session, but it’s the first step in getting support from the right therapist for you.

What Will Happen

We’ll start by confirming your location – we can only serve clients in California. Then we’ll ask a few short questions about your availability and what you’re hoping to work on. You’ll have space to share anything that feels important. If it’s a good fit, we’ll match you with a therapist and help you schedule your first session.

Fees and Insurance

Weekly sessions range from $180 to $300, depending on the therapist. A limited number of reduced-fee spots are available based on financial need.

We are in-network with Aetna and Optum/United Healthcare and out-of-network for all other insurance providers.

If you have Aetna or Optum/UHC, we recommend contacting them directly to confirm your co-pay or co-insurance. Use these billing codes:

• 90837 for individual therapy
• 90847 for couples therapy
• 90791 for Diagnostic Evaluation (1st session)

If you have another provider and want to seek reimbursement, ask your insurance about:

• Out-of-network coverage
• Reimbursement rates
• Deductibles

We can provide superbills (receipts for insurance) upon request.

Frequency & Commitment

We begin with weekly sessions for at least 6 weeks to build trust and momentum, as consistent weekly therapy creates the emotional safety, nervous system stability, and therapeutic foundation needed for meaningful, lasting progress. After that, we’ll continue with weekly sessions and offer clinical guidance based on your goals and progress, addressing any questions about frequency if they arise.

Before You Book

This call is a good fit if:

• You live in California
• You’re open to weekly therapy for at least 6 weeks
• You’re ready to invest time and resources into your healing

If you’re just exploring or not ready for weekly sessions, feel free to reach out when the time is right.