FAQS

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  • My office is located at:

    297 Herndon Parkway, Suite 301 Herndon, VA 20170

  • Providing inclusive LGBTQ+ affirming, kink-aware, and sex-positive individual, couples, and relationship therapy across a wide-range of service areas.

    I currently serve:

    • Herndon, Reston, Sterling, Chantilly, Centreville, Vienna, Tysons, Mclean, Annandale, Springfield, Burke, Oakton, Great Falls, Lorton, Merrifield, Leesburg, Ashburn, Brambleton, South Riding, Dulles

    • Fairfax County, Loudoun County, Prince William County

    • Virginia via secure online telehealth sessionsItem description

  • Yes, I meet with clients in person at:

    297 Herndon Parkway, Suite 301 Herndon VA 20170.

  • Online therapy allows you to access services from the comfort of your own home or wherever else you can secure a private space.

    You will receive a unique and secure link to your telehealth session via text, email, or Simple Practice client portal.

    • Licensed Professional Counselor

    • Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

    • Advanced Emotionally Focused Individual Therapist

    • Advanced Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist

    • Student in the Holistic Sex Therapist Training at ISEE

    • Clinical training in facilitating Interpersonal Process Groups

    • Virginia Board Approved Supervisor

  • I have partnered with Mentaya to help clients use their out-of-network benefits to save money on therapy. Use the tool by clicking here to see if you qualify for reimbursement for my services.

    • Initial 60 minute intake (Individuals): $215

    • Initial 60 minute intake (Relationships): $225

    • Follow up 50 minute sessions (Individuals): $215

    • Follow up 50 minute sessions (Relationships): $225

    I offer a 10% discount to healthcare workers, educators, and military members and their families.

    I reserve three spots at a reduced rate of $100/session for those experiencing financial stressors. Please contact me to inquire about more details.

  • I am an out-of-network provider and do not accept insurance. If requested I can provide SuperBills to you for the purpose of submitting an out of network claim to their insurance company.

    The reasons why Hearth and Home Therapy does not take insurance are:

    Unfortunately, insurance companies set reimbursement rates that are often too low for me to maintain a sustainable practice while still being able to provide the quality of care my clients deserve. By staying out-of-network, I can really focus on offering you the best possible support without the limitations that come with insurance requirements.

  • I can check and verify your out-of-network benefits instantly. I work with Thrizer who helps you navigate out-of-network benefits, saving you time and the hassle of doing it yourself.

    You may also choose to contact your insurance company yourself. If you choose this route, you will need to ask them the following questions:

    • Do I have mental health/behavioral health benefits?

    • What is the reimbursement rate for out-of-network providers?

    • Do I need pre-approval or a referral?

    • How many sessions per calendar year will my plan cover?

    • What is my out-of-network deductible?

  • During our first appointment we will cover three main areas:

    1. Discuss what has brought you to therapy, begin reviewing a relevant history to your concern(s), and identify what you are looking for in a therapist.

    2. I will share with you my approach to therapy and how this can be utilized with your concern(s) based on the information you have given me.

    3. Decide together what next steps are and if my approach and services are a good fit for you and within the scope of my practice. The strongest indicator for change in therapy is the relationship between you and your therapist. It is important to me that you find someone who is a good fit whether that is with me or someone else.

  • Therapy is a unique and individualized process. For some therapy may last a few weeks and for others it may be a few years. It depends on a variety of factors include, length of time living with concern(s), intensity of related symptoms, readiness and motivation to address concern(s), interest in long-term therapeutic benefits, are a few.

    I look forward to being alongside you regardless of how long the process.