Trauma-Informed Care
Investment
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Your first session will involve a comprehensive assessment to understand your background, current challenges, and goals. This session lays the foundation for our work together.
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Individualized therapy sessions to meet your treatment goals.
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Our consulting rates vary based on the scope and nature of the project. Similarly, rates for speaking engagements, conferences, workshops, and community events depend on the event’s length, location, and specific requirements. Please reach out for more information
Cancellation Policy:
Clients must cancel or reschedule appointments at least 24 hours in advance. This is necessary because a time commitment is made and held exclusively for you. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours’ notice or no-shows will incur a late cancellation fee of $100. If you are late for a session, you may lose some of that session time.
Payment Options
Payment is due at the time of service. We accept Credit Cards, HSA, and FSA.
Insurance
Embracing Wellness is currently in-network with Aetna, CareFirst BCBS, Optum Plans, and United Healthcare. Your coverage may vary by your state of residence.
Out-of-Network
We are considered out-of-network with any insurance providers other than the ones listed above. If we are not in network with your insurance provider, you will pay the full fee at the time of service and we will provide you with a superbill (detailed invoice) to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement. Here are a few helpful tips for navigating insurance.
Self-Pay
Some people choose to pay for therapy out-of-pocket as a way to secure privacy and increase independence and flexibility in care. When using insurance to pay for therapy, a diagnosis is required in order to bill insurance. This includes individuals seeking therapy for life transitions, stress, or personal growth who may not necessarily have a diagnosable condition.
Vouchers
We accept vouchers from the Loveland Foundation, Mental Health Liberation Fund, and the NQTTCN.
FAQs
What is the process to get started?
We will schedule a free 15 minute phone consultation to discuss your concerns and determine if we’re a good fit to work together.
After our consultation, if we decide to move forward, I will send you an intake form and a welcome packet with more information about what to expect from our sessions. Please be sure to read, complete and submit the intake packet before your first appointment.
Your first session is an initial assessment where we’ll discuss your background, current challenges, and therapy goals. This session helps us understand your unique needs and tailor our approach to best support you.
Where are you located, and do you offer online sessions?
Embracing Wellness is based in Washington, DC. I offer private HIPAA compliant Telehealth sessions through a secure online platform. I do not offer in person therapy or coaching sessions at this time.
Additionally, I am licensed to practice psychotherapy in DC, MD, VA & FL and provide coaching, consulting, and speaking engagements in all 50 states & abroad.
I offer both remote and in person consulting services and speaking engagements. Please contact us to discuss which option works best for you.
What is EMDR?
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a specialized psychotherapy approach designed to help individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences. During therapy sessions, clients recall traumatic events while simultaneously engaging in these bilateral tasks, which facilitates a natural healing process. EMDR is particularly effective for individuals with PTSD, helping them to integrate painful memories into a more adaptive narrative and fostering a greater sense of empowerment and emotional resilience. Click here to learn more.
Whats the difference between therapy and coaching?
Therapy is a mental health service designed to help individuals heal from mental health disorders such as trauma, anxiety, depression, and other emotional or psychological issues. Therapy sessions are often more clinical and introspective, focusing on understanding the root causes of challenges. Coaching focuses on personal development and future goals. Coaches work with individuals to identify their aspirations, create action plans, and provide guidance in achieving those goals. Coaching does not include the diagnosis or treatment of mental health disorders. Coaching is also not covered by insurance.
Your Rights Under the No Surprises Act
At Embracing Wellness, we believe in transparency and fairness. As part of our commitment to providing you with the best possible care, we want to ensure that you are fully informed about your rights under the No Surprises Act
Good Faith Estimate
You are entitled to receive a "Good Faith Estimate" of the expected charges for your therapy services. This estimate will include the cost of sessions and any other fees related to your care. You can request this estimate before starting therapy or at any time during your treatment. We will always inform you if we are in-network or out-of-network for your insurance plan. Understanding this will help you know what your financial responsibility will be, and we will explain any potential out-of-pocket costs.
No Surprise Billing
You should never receive an unexpected bill for services that were not clearly explained or for which you did not receive a cost estimate. We are committed to ensuring that there are no surprises when it comes to billing. If you receive a bill that is higher than expected or that you believe is incorrect, you have the right to dispute the charges. We will work with you to address any concerns and correct any errors.
For more information: https://www.cms.gov/nosurprises
Contact
Reach out to schedule your free 15 minute consultation to learn more about how we can support your needs.