FAQ
Frequently asked questions
- Do you offer therapy online?
- Yes. We offer secure video therapy for individuals, couples, and adolescents anywhere in California. You need to be physically in California at the time of each session.
- Can I meet in person?
- In-person sessions are available in San Diego. Ask about availability during your consultation.
- Who do you work with?
- Adults, couples, and adolescents located in California.
- How long are sessions?
- Sessions are 50 minutes, unhurried and entirely yours.
- How much does therapy cost?
- $175 to $275 per session depending on the clinician, with sliding scale options available.
- Do you take insurance?
- We accept several plans, including United/Optum, Cigna, and Aetna, and some clinicians are in network through Headway or Alma. If you are out of network, we provide a superbill you can submit for possible reimbursement. We confirm your coverage during your free consultation.
- Can I use my out-of-network benefits?
- Often, yes. After each session we give you a superbill to send to your plan, and many plans pay back part of the fee. To see what yours may pay before you start, use the benefits check on our Fees page.
- What is an associate therapist?
- Some of our clinicians are registered associates with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, completing their hours toward full licensure. Each works under the clinical supervision of Nora Katz, LCSW.
- Do you offer therapy in Spanish or Farsi?
- Yes. Karina Rivera works in English and Spanish, and Nikki Adhami offers sessions in English and Farsi.
- How do I choose a therapist?
- You don't have to figure it out alone. During your free consultation we listen to what brings you in and suggest the clinician who seems like the best match. If it turns out not to be the right fit, we help you find someone who is.
- How do I get started?
- Book a free 15-minute phone consultation. We'll talk briefly about what brings you in and whether we're a good fit.
- What are your hours?
- Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 7:00 pm.
- What if I'm in crisis?
- We are not an emergency service. Call or text 988, or call 911.
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