Individual Therapy
$165 per 50 minute session.
In-person (Pasadena, CA) or Telehealth (California Residents)
Couples Therapy
$185 per 50 minute session.
In-person (Pasadena, CA) or Telehealth (California Residents)
OUT OF NETWORK
While I don't accept insurance directly, I can provide you with a superbill that you can submit to your insurance company to seek reimbursement
What are the benefits of selecting a Private Pay Therapist?
Investing $165-$185 per session may seem pricey, but covering therapy costs yourself can offer plenty of benefits.
The ability to choose a therapist you truly connect with can greatly enhance the effectiveness of your treatment. You'll also enjoy greater privacy and confidentiality, without the potential stigma of an insurance diagnosis. Paying out-of-pocket gives you more flexibility in treatment duration and avoids any third-party interference. Ultimately, this investment in your well-being can lead to truly transformative and lasting changes in your mental health, with positive ripple effects across your career, relationships, and overall life satisfaction.
Why does therapy cost as much as it does?
Before becoming a therapist, I was also puzzled by the $175-$250 cost for a 50-minute therapy session. However, as a private practice therapist, I actually only take home a small portion (~25%) of the total fee. The rest goes directly towards ensuring I can provide HIPAA-compliant, high-quality care for every client.
There's a lot that goes into being an effective therapist. The journey involves earning a master's degree (typically over $100K), working as an unpaid intern for 12-18 months, and then practicing as an associate under supervision for 3-4 years - during which half the pay goes to the supervisor. Along the way, therapists also have to cover ongoing expenses like licensure fees, continuing education, specialized training, malpractice insurance, and taxes.
So while the session cost may seem high, it reflects the immense time, effort and investment required to become a thoroughly trained, ethical, and impactful therapist. My goal is to provide as much transparency as possible about these realities. Please let me know if you have any other questions!