Fees & FAQs
Welcome to my Fees & FAQs page! Here you’ll find clear, transparent information about therapy rates, payment options, and policies designed to support women in Minnesota navigating anxiety, stress, perfectionism, and burnout. Whether you’re curious about session lengths, private pay benefits, or insurance reimbursement, this page answers common questions to help you feel confident about starting therapy. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, feel free to reach out—I’m here to help you take the next step toward healing and growth.
What Happens During My First Session?
Your first session lasts 50 minutes and is an opportunity for us to get to know each other. I’ll begin by gathering information about what brought you to therapy and the challenges you’re facing.
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We’ll also discuss the therapy process, explore your goals, and talk about how we’ll work together to support your growth and healing. This session is a chance for you to ask questions and get comfortable with the journey ahead.
Where Will I Attend My Session?
All sessions are held virtually through a secure, encrypted video platform. It’s similar to Zoom or FaceTime, but designed specifically for therapy—ensuring your privacy and confidentiality at all times.
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You can attend sessions from anywhere in Minnesota, as long as you're in a quiet, private space where you feel comfortable speaking openly.
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Please note: Due to licensing regulations, I can only see clients who are physically located in Minnesota at the time of their appointment.
How Long Is Each session?
Each therapy session lasts 50 minutes.
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Most clients find they make the most meaningful progress with consistent weekly or bi-weekly sessions, especially when working through stress, anxiety, perfectionism, or burnout. I encourage you to attend sessions regularly to get the full benefit of our work together.
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Please note: If we have not met for 90 days, your file will be closed. While I can’t guarantee availability for returning clients once a file is closed, you’re always welcome to reach out and inquire about current openings.
How Much Does A Session Cost?
Samantha’s Rates
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15-minute phone or video consultation: Free
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50-minute intake session: $205
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50-minute follow-up session: $155
Payment is due at the time of your appointment. I accept credit cards, debit cards, and HSA/FSA cards as forms of payment.
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Why Choose Private Pay for Therapy?
​​​Choosing to pay privately for therapy gives you greater flexibility, privacy, and control over your mental health care.
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When you use insurance, your therapy must meet certain criteria—often requiring a mental health diagnosis and limiting the type, frequency, or length of sessions. With private pay, your care stays just between you and your therapist, without involving insurance companies or requiring a diagnosis that stays on your medical record.
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Private pay also allows us to fully tailor the work to your unique goals and needs—whether you're navigating chronic stress, perfectionism, burnout, or personal growth—not just what insurance deems “medically necessary.”
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Many clients appreciate the confidentiality, autonomy, and personalized support that private pay offers. It’s an investment in your well-being, made on your terms.
Can I Use Out-of-Network Benefits for Therapy?
Yes! If you have out-of-network benefits, I’m happy to provide a Superbill—a detailed receipt of services—that you can submit to your insurance provider for potential reimbursement.
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Please keep in mind that most insurance plans require a qualifying mental health diagnosis in order to process reimbursement for therapy. If you're unsure whether your plan includes out-of-network coverage or what your benefits entail, I recommend contacting your insurance provider directly.
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If you have questions about this process or need help understanding your options, I’m always happy to assist.
Do I Need to Complete Paperwork to Attend Therapy?
Yes. All intake paperwork and consent forms are completed electronically through your secure online client portal.
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Please make sure to complete all required forms at least 48 hours before your first session.
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Please note: I reserve the right to cancel your intake session if the paperwork and consent forms are not completed at least 48 hours prior to your appointment.
Do You Have a Cancellation Policy?
Yes. Clients are charged the full session fee for missed appointments if they cancel or reschedule with less than 24 business hours’ notice (Monday through Friday).
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Please note: For Monday appointments, cancellations or rescheduling requests should be made by Friday at the same appointment time to avoid a late cancellation fee.
Surprise Billing Protections
No Surprise Billing. Section 2799B-3 of the Public Health Service Act (PHS Act) requires health care providers and facilities to make publicly available, post on a public website of the provider or facility (if applicable), and provide a one-page notice that includes information in clear and understandable language on:
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(1) the restrictions on providers and facilities regarding balance billing in certain circumstances,
(2) any applicable state law protections against balance billing, and
(3) information on contacting appropriate state and federal agencies in the case that an individual believes that a provider or facility has violated the restrictions against balance billing.
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Your Rights and Protections Against Surprise Medical Bills can be viewed here.
Good Faith Estimate
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You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your health care will cost
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Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have certain types of health care coverage or who are not using certain types of health care coverage an estimate of their bill for health care items and services before those items or services are provided.
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You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any health care items or services upon request or when scheduling such items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees.
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If you schedule a health care item or service at least 3 business days in advance, make sure your healthcare provider or facility gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing within 1 business day after scheduling. If you schedule a health care item or service at least 10 business days in advance, make sure your healthcare provider or facility gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing within 3 business days after scheduling. You can also ask any healthcare provider or facility for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service. If you do, make sure the healthcare provider or facility gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing within 3 business days after you ask.
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If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more for any provider or facility than your Good Faith Estimate from that provider or facility, you can dispute the bill.
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Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate and the bill.
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises/consumers, email FederalPPDRQuestions@cms.hhs.gov, or call 1- 800-985-3059.
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If you are billed for more than this Good Faith Estimate, you have the right to dispute the bill.
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You may contact the health care provider or facility listed to let them know the billed charges are higher than the Good Faith Estimate. You can ask them to update the bill to match the Good Faith Estimate, ask to negotiate the bill, or ask if there is financial assistance available.
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You may also start a dispute resolution process with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). If you choose to use the dispute resolution process, you must start the dispute process within 120 calendar days (about 4 months) of the date on the original bill.
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There is a $25 fee to use the dispute process. If the agency reviewing your dispute agrees with you, you will have to pay the price on this Good Faith Estimate. If the agency disagrees with you and agrees with the health care provider or facility, you will have to pay the higher amount.
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To learn more and get a form to start the process, go to www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 1-800-985-3059.
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For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate or the dispute process, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 1-800-985-3059.
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