Frequently Asked Questions
Do you take insurance?
Yes, for individual clients only. I am able to bill Premera, Lifewise, and some Blue Cross/Blue Shield plans through a third party.
Â
The insurance network's directory may or may not be accurate so it is best to call your insurance company directly to confirm I am in network. To do so, call the member services number on your insurance card and give them the NPI (1134808066) and Tax ID (42-292665).
​
If I am not in your insurance network, I can offer superbills that you can submit to insurance for reimbursement.Â
​
I do not take insurance for relationship therapy.
​
​
What if I can't or don't want to use my insurance?
If your insurance offers out-of-network benefits, they may reimburse you some of the fee. In that case, you pay the full session fee at the time of the appointment and receive a superbill (aka receipt) once a month that you send to insurance. Reimbursement fees vary by plan so be sure to confirm with your insurance company whether and how much they will reimburse you.
​
Some people don't want to use insurance to maintain privacy. Insurance requires that I submit a diagnosis, treatment plan, and progress notes to demonstrate that therapy is medically necessary.
​
I do offer some sliding scale spots for individual and relationship clients. Please don't hesitate to reach out if paying the full fee is not feasible for you.
​
​
Fees and Payment
My fee is $150 for individuals and relationship clients. I do offer sliding scale spots for clients who need a lower fee. Payment is made at the time of service via credit or debit card through Sessions Health, a HIPAA compliant payment and records platform.
​
​
What if I have a question you haven't answered here?
Ask away via email at ariel@arielrichardstherapy.com! I'll add more FAQs as more folks ask more questions more frequently and/or as I think of more questions to answer.
