Fees & FAQ
Fees, insurance and questions.
Every rate is listed here, along with the insurance plans I accept and answers to the questions people ask most.
Request a free consultation (opens in a new tab)Fees
What sessions cost.
The first consultation call is free. After that, what you pay depends on whether you use insurance or pay privately.
Accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, HSA cards.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Consultation call15 minutes | Free |
| Individual therapy sessionPrivate pay | $185 |
| Sliding scaleBased on financial need | From $150 |
| Rosemead student rateFor current Rosemead School of Psychology students | $125 |
| In-network insuranceBilled through Alma | Your plan’s copay |
| Out-of-networkSuperbill provided so you can request reimbursement | $185 |
| Out-of-network rangeAs listed on my Alma profile | $140–$200 |
Insurance
Plans I accept.
I am in network with these plans through Alma. Plans change, so it is worth confirming yours: Alma’s “Check your coverage” tool on my booking page estimates your cost before you schedule.
- AllSavers UHC
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- EVHC–Aetna
- GEHA
- Luminare Health–Aetna
- NYC Employees PPO
- Optum
- Optum EWS Core EAP
- Oscar
- Oxford
- Scripps Health Plan
- Surest
- Sutter Health Plan
- UHC Student Resources
- UMR
- United Healthcare Shared Services
- UnitedHealthcare
- UnitedHealthcare Global
Not on the list? I can provide a superbill so you can ask your plan to reimburse you for out-of-network care.
Your rights
Good Faith Estimate
You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate explaining how much your care will cost. Under the law, health care providers need to give people who do not have insurance, or who are not using insurance, an estimate of the bill for services before those services are provided.
- You can ask for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule a service.
- If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.
- Save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.
For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit cms.gov/nosurprises (opens in a new tab) or call 1-800-985-3059.
Is the first consultation really free?
Yes. The first 15-minute consultation call is free. It is a chance to ask questions and see whether we are a good fit, with no obligation to continue.
How to book on Alma
- Tap Request a free consultation. My Alma page opens in a new tab.
- Under “Not sure yet?”, choose 15-min consultation.
- Pick a date and time, then tap Next.
Do you take insurance?
Yes. I am in network with UnitedHealthcare, Optum, Oscar, Oxford, Carelon Behavioral Health and the other plans listed on this page, through Alma. You pay your plan’s copay or coinsurance. Alma can check your coverage and estimate your cost before you book.
What if you are not in my network?
You can pay privately, and I can provide a superbill: a receipt you submit to your insurance company to request reimbursement for out-of-network care. Whether and how much they reimburse depends on your plan.
Do you offer a sliding scale?
Yes. A sliding scale is available based on financial need. The best time to ask about it is during your free consultation call.
Do you offer online therapy?
Yes. I meet with clients in person at my Los Alamitos office and by telehealth with adults anywhere in California.
Who do you work with?
I work with individual adults, 18 and older. Common reasons people come include relationship challenges, anxiety, stress, depression, grief and life transitions.
Can my faith be part of therapy?
Yes, if you would like it to be. I enjoy integrating spiritual development into therapy when a client asks for it. It is always your choice.
How do I pay?
I accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and HSA cards.
What if I am in crisis?
This website and my consultation calendar are not for emergencies. If you are in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or call 911.
Begin when you’re ready.
Your first 15-minute consultation call is free: a chance to see if we’re a good fit. Or call (714) 987-9877.