FAQs

 

What are the cost of services?

The first intial session is $125 per 60 min and $105 per 50 min there after.

Reduced Fee

Reduced fee services are available on a limited basis.

Payment
Cash or check payments are due at the time of service. I will provide you with a statement of services after the assessment process that you can submit to your insurance company for compensation. It is your responsibility to determine the coverage your particular company will provide by contacting the customer service office.
Cancellation Policy
Because I reserve a space for you on a weekly or bi-weekly basis, I require a 24 hour cancellation of your appointment in order to not be billed for your session.

Amani is a private pay counseling center. Currently amani accepts bcbs and optum insurance carriers.

We are considered an "out of network" provider for most major insurance carriers. Receipts are provided to you at each session so you may submit your claim to your insurance company for a possible "out of network" reimbursement.

What can I expect at the first session?             You can expect to talk about  concern(s) that brought you into counseling and also about your background and personal history. You can share on a level that feels comfortable for you. You can also expect to have some brief paperwork to fill out. How long does a counseling session take? Sessions are typically scheduled for 50 minutes and most people see their counselor once a week for consistent progress to be made.

What is counseling?

Counseling is a process where someone talks to a trained mental health professional counseling for help with emotional problems. The professional will try to help the person seeking therapy to cope with the problem and to mature and learn more about him or herself. Counseling is usually one session weekly and can last for several weeks depending on the goals set by the therapist and the person seeking therapy, and on the severity of the issue.

What are Amani’s hours?

Office hours vary by the session time a client set up with the counselor. Weekends and evenings are available by appointment.