Therapy Insurance & Fees: LA Care, Medi-Cal, Blue Shield Promise & More
We Believe Quality Mental Health Care Should Be Accessible For Everyone
If you have insurance, your cost will depend on your specific benefits, including:
HOW INSURANCE WORKS
LA Care
Carelon
LA County Medi-Cal
Blue Shield
Blue Shield Promise
Cigna
Deductibles - The amount you pay before insurance coverage begins
Copays - A fixed amount you pay per session
Coinsurance - A percentage of the session cost you're responsible for
We'll verify your benefits during your free consultation and let you know what to expect for out-of-pocket costs.
MediCare
Tricare
Aetna
Optum
United Healthcare
Anthem/Blue Cross
Session Fees
Individual Therapy
→ Initial Assessment (60 minutes): $250
→ Follow-up Sessions (45-55 minutes): $200
Child Therapy
→ Initial Assessment (60 minutes): $250
→ Follow-up Sessions (45-55 minutes): $200
Teen Therapy
→ Initial Assessment (60 minutes): $250
→ Follow-up Sessions (45-55 minutes): $200
Couples Therapy
→ Initial Assessment (90 minutes): $250
→ Follow-up Sessions (75-90 minutes): $175
Note: Insurance typically does not cover couples therapy. Our couples work follows best practices with extended sessions and a collaborative approach that creates the most effective therapeutic experience.
Family Therapy
→ Initial Assessment (120 minutes): $300
→ Follow-up Sessions (90 minutes): $200
Note: Insurance typically does not cover family therapy. Our family work follows best practices with extended sessions focused on the family system as a whole.
Specialized Servcies
Ketamine-Assisted Therapy
→ Custom pricing based on individual treatment plan
→ Typically not covered by commercial insurance
→ We partner with Journey Clinical for comprehensive care
EMDR & Trauma Recovery
→ Same rates as individual therapy
→ Often covered by insurance when medically necessary
→ We offer EMDR intensives for those that want fast and effective results. Contact us for pricing.
Group Programs
→ Anger Management Groups: Contact for current pricing
→ Gottman Couples Coaching Contact for current pricing
→ Anxiety Group $30/session
→ DBT Skills Group $30/session
→ Senior’s Processing Group $30/session
We require a credit card on file to collect:
Insurance copays and coinsurance
Deductibles
Any applicable fees
Your payment information is stored securely in our electronic health record system. If you don't have a credit card, please contact our office to discuss alternative payment options.
PAYMENT METHODS
Sliding Scale Options
We offer limited sliding scale fee arrangements with our associate therapists for those who qualify. Contact our office to discuss availability and eligibility.
Cancellation Policy
24-hour notice required for cancellations or rescheduling
Late cancellations or no-shows will be charged the full session fee
We understand life happens - contact our billing department to discuss any fees
Getting Started
Free Consultation
Before you commit to therapy, we offer a free consultation with our office manager Blanca. During this 10-15 minute call, we'll:
✔ Discuss your therapeutic needs
✔ Verify your insurance benefits
✔ Explain your expected costs
✔ Answer any questions about our services
✔ Help match you with the right therapist
What to Bring
✔ Insurance card
✔ Photo ID
✔ List of any questions about services or costs
✔ Payment method for copays/deductibles
Frequently Asked Questions
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We work with clients on a case-by-case basis. Contact our billing department to discuss options.
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Under the Mental Health Parity Act, most insurance plans are required to cover mental health services. We'll help verify your benefits and explore all available options.
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Yes, therapy services typically qualify for Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) reimbursement.
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Please contact your therapist directly or call/text our main line at (818) 741-2906 with 24-hour notice to avoid cancellation fees.
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Yes, we provide detailed receipts and can assist with insurance claim submissions.
Ready To Take
The Next Step?
We'll work with you to make quality mental health care accessible and affordable.
