Therapists in Gurnee, IL
Monica Deca Nanul
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Gurnee, IL 60031
Incorporating EMDR , Brainspotting (BSP) , clinical hypnotherapy, which are trauma treatment modalities to help clients heal sequelae of traumatic experience.
Reaching out for help to gain mental health balance is a tough decision. My approach to healing is nurturing YOUR intrinsic seed of survival, your attitude towards therapy is your key to healing. Together we can work towards reaching YOUR goals , for YOU to gain the ability to live life to your maximum potential.
Incorporating EMDR , Brainspotting (BSP) , clinical hypnotherapy, which are trauma treatment modalities to help clients heal sequelae of traumatic experience.
Reaching out for help to gain mental health balance is a tough decision. My approach to healing is nurturing YOUR intrinsic seed of survival, your attitude towards therapy is your key to healing. Together we can work towards reaching YOUR goals , for YOU to gain the ability to live life to your maximum potential.
The Chicago Integrative Center for Psychology
Verified Verified
Gurnee, IL 60031
When it comes to mental health treatment, our approach is simple and unique: our accomplished team of physicians and therapists work together to diagnose and treat your body, mind and spirit as a whole. We are one of the few practices combining traditional treatment with evidence-based alternative therapies, all under one roof. We are privileged to have changed the lives of many families in Chicago's North Shore, as well as out-of-state and foreign visitors. Our "whole body" approach to treating mental health conditions is supported by clinical studies. These include but are not limited to: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), diet and exercise, spiritual/social evaluation, yoga and art therapy. Many still focus only on the brain, treating symptoms, not causes. In many cases they over-prescribe medications. While our physicians do prescribe medications as needed, what sets us apart is our commitment to explore all options. We search for root causes and provide the most appropriate treatment, not merely the most convenient one. When we do prescribe, we go the extra mile to customize a plan that minimizes side effects. You and your family deserve the best in healthcare!
When it comes to mental health treatment, our approach is simple and unique: our accomplished team of physicians and therapists work together to diagnose and treat your body, mind and spirit as a whole. We are one of the few practices combining traditional treatment with evidence-based alternative therapies, all under one roof. We are privileged to have changed the lives of many families in Chicago's North Shore, as well as out-of-state and foreign visitors. Our "whole body" approach to treating mental health conditions is supported by clinical studies. These include but are not limited to: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), diet and exercise, spiritual/social evaluation, yoga and art therapy. Many still focus only on the brain, treating symptoms, not causes. In many cases they over-prescribe medications. While our physicians do prescribe medications as needed, what sets us apart is our commitment to explore all options. We search for root causes and provide the most appropriate treatment, not merely the most convenient one. When we do prescribe, we go the extra mile to customize a plan that minimizes side effects. You and your family deserve the best in healthcare!
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Carolyn Cole
Counselor, MA, LCPC, LMFT, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
How do you treat yourself? Can you say you treat yourself with the same compassion and care you show your family? Your friends? Your partner? Are you your best supporter or your biggest critic? We should talk! My passion is working with adults who are not satisfied with their relationships - with friends, family, or significant others. You deserve to feel loved and important, I want to help you identify and remove the barriers keeping you from realizing the life you want.
How do you treat yourself? Can you say you treat yourself with the same compassion and care you show your family? Your friends? Your partner? Are you your best supporter or your biggest critic? We should talk! My passion is working with adults who are not satisfied with their relationships - with friends, family, or significant others. You deserve to feel loved and important, I want to help you identify and remove the barriers keeping you from realizing the life you want.
Cherry Hill Counseling
Verified Verified
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
Cherry Hill Counseling is one of the longest-standing counseling practices in the Northwestern suburbs of Chicago. Cherry Hill has seven locations including: Lake Zurich, Vernon Hills, McHenry, Deer Park, Chicago, Grayslake, and Wheaton. Our counseling services include: individual therapy, family therapy, counseling for children and adolescents, marital and premarital therapy, group therapy, and psychological testing.
Cherry Hill Counseling is one of the longest-standing counseling practices in the Northwestern suburbs of Chicago. Cherry Hill has seven locations including: Lake Zurich, Vernon Hills, McHenry, Deer Park, Chicago, Grayslake, and Wheaton. Our counseling services include: individual therapy, family therapy, counseling for children and adolescents, marital and premarital therapy, group therapy, and psychological testing.
Online Therapists
Jennifer King
Counselor, LCPC, EMDRIA
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, IL 60174
Waitlist for new clients
I draw upon my many trainings both as a body/energy worker and psychotherapist with EMDR, Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness and Meditations, and energy work.
I am passionate about holding safe space and supporting your move toward inner awareness and expansion of living to your fullest potential. I incorporate tools and techniques I have refined during my own personal growth and self-discovery journey, as well as from working with both eastern and western therapies across multiple clinical roles. I believe all answers, truth, and healing come from within. Let’s work together to improve your mental and emotional wellness, help you find balance, remember who you really are, and live the future you want. “I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become.” — Carl Jung
I draw upon my many trainings both as a body/energy worker and psychotherapist with EMDR, Heart-Centered Hypnotherapy, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness and Meditations, and energy work.
I am passionate about holding safe space and supporting your move toward inner awareness and expansion of living to your fullest potential. I incorporate tools and techniques I have refined during my own personal growth and self-discovery journey, as well as from working with both eastern and western therapies across multiple clinical roles. I believe all answers, truth, and healing come from within. Let’s work together to improve your mental and emotional wellness, help you find balance, remember who you really are, and live the future you want. “I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become.” — Carl Jung
Melissa Mahon
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Geneva, IL 60134
I am trained in EMDR, hypnotherapy, ACT, DBT, and a variety of other therapeutic modalities.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and also offer life coaching and energy therapies. I have specialties working with adolescents and young adults, though enjoy adults at all ages. I have specialized training in the LGBTQ population and much of my passion is working with anxiety and self-confidence. Something I enjoy helping people with is coming out of definition and conclusion about who they are or what their life has to be. Instead of looking for what's wrong with you, I much prefer to ask the question, "What's right about you?" and how can you use to that to create the life you can't wait to get out of bed for every morning?
I am trained in EMDR, hypnotherapy, ACT, DBT, and a variety of other therapeutic modalities.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and also offer life coaching and energy therapies. I have specialties working with adolescents and young adults, though enjoy adults at all ages. I have specialized training in the LGBTQ population and much of my passion is working with anxiety and self-confidence. Something I enjoy helping people with is coming out of definition and conclusion about who they are or what their life has to be. Instead of looking for what's wrong with you, I much prefer to ask the question, "What's right about you?" and how can you use to that to create the life you can't wait to get out of bed for every morning?
Jordan Prebys
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, RPT-S, RSP
Verified Verified
Dekalb, IL 60115
I am an alternative therapist who believes talk therapy alone is simply not enough. This is why I have gone to great lengths over my 20 years of experience to develop and grow as a therapist to learn more, do more, and provide more, to both my adult and child clients. In addition to talk therapy I also integrate the mind, body, and spirit into treatment through the use of sandplay therapy (for adults and children), play therapy, dream work, art, and hypnotherapy. These approaches bring the whole brain into treatment. Simply put, no one wants to simply exist, we are meant to thrive. Let's move beyond coping.
I am an alternative therapist who believes talk therapy alone is simply not enough. This is why I have gone to great lengths over my 20 years of experience to develop and grow as a therapist to learn more, do more, and provide more, to both my adult and child clients. In addition to talk therapy I also integrate the mind, body, and spirit into treatment through the use of sandplay therapy (for adults and children), play therapy, dream work, art, and hypnotherapy. These approaches bring the whole brain into treatment. Simply put, no one wants to simply exist, we are meant to thrive. Let's move beyond coping.
Cheryl A Frost
Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC, CH
Verified Verified
Lemont, IL 60439
I am a compassionate clinical counselor with 27 years experience working with adolescents, adults, couples and families. Anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, stress, anger management and relationships are my primary areas of focus . By focusing on cognitive behavioral therapy and interactive techniques of EMDR, hypnotherapy, and I am able to assist clients with their challenges and achieve their therapeutic goals. My holistic approach to therapy focuses on emotional and physical well-being. Faced with life's many challenges, you will find that addressing your issues in counseling can dramatically improve your quality of life
I am a compassionate clinical counselor with 27 years experience working with adolescents, adults, couples and families. Anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, stress, anger management and relationships are my primary areas of focus . By focusing on cognitive behavioral therapy and interactive techniques of EMDR, hypnotherapy, and I am able to assist clients with their challenges and achieve their therapeutic goals. My holistic approach to therapy focuses on emotional and physical well-being. Faced with life's many challenges, you will find that addressing your issues in counseling can dramatically improve your quality of life
Eleni Clavijo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, Reiki, Master
Verified Verified
Chicago, IL 60657
I will guide you on subconsciously accepting a positive self concept applying a holistic, transpersonal, and mindfulness-based cognitive approach while integrating somatic work, reiki &hypnotherapy.
What circumstances shifted you into this specific moment in time...to bring this bio into your awareness? Was it the guilt that has consumed you since morning of how you didn’t show up exactly how you envisioned being the best parent...or that you have become conscious to the burden of unrealistic expectations upon self and have decided to courageously dive into the depths of your shadows? Perhaps you have questions about self you never have had before and feeling like no one can relate. All you would like is for someone to hold space while you allow emotions like sadness or anger to flow and feel you are able to cry without shame!
I will guide you on subconsciously accepting a positive self concept applying a holistic, transpersonal, and mindfulness-based cognitive approach while integrating somatic work, reiki &hypnotherapy.
What circumstances shifted you into this specific moment in time...to bring this bio into your awareness? Was it the guilt that has consumed you since morning of how you didn’t show up exactly how you envisioned being the best parent...or that you have become conscious to the burden of unrealistic expectations upon self and have decided to courageously dive into the depths of your shadows? Perhaps you have questions about self you never have had before and feeling like no one can relate. All you would like is for someone to hold space while you allow emotions like sadness or anger to flow and feel you are able to cry without shame!
Eileen H Glenn
Counselor, MA, LCPC, LLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glenview, IL 60025
Utilizing Psychodynamic Therapy, EMDR, Hypnotherapy, Breathwork, Rohun, or Healing Touch, I offer many approaches based on the individual needs of my clients.
My primary goal for my clients is to achieve healing on the deepest level. As an Adlerian trained therapist, I utilize psychodynamic as well as alternative modalities to explore, transform and heal those perceptions and beliefs that may be negatively impacting their lives. Whether it's one on one, couples, or group therapy, I am actively participating, encouraging, and guiding my clients so they feel safe and supported to examine and process their deepest emotional wounds.
Utilizing Psychodynamic Therapy, EMDR, Hypnotherapy, Breathwork, Rohun, or Healing Touch, I offer many approaches based on the individual needs of my clients.
My primary goal for my clients is to achieve healing on the deepest level. As an Adlerian trained therapist, I utilize psychodynamic as well as alternative modalities to explore, transform and heal those perceptions and beliefs that may be negatively impacting their lives. Whether it's one on one, couples, or group therapy, I am actively participating, encouraging, and guiding my clients so they feel safe and supported to examine and process their deepest emotional wounds.
Liana Gerdov Psy.d.
Psychologist, Anxiety, Trauma, CHT, Hypno, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Palatine, IL 60067
We blend evidence-based & trauma informed psychotherapy, internal family system (parts), Brainspotting, clinical & spiritual hypnotherapy, reiki & chakra energy, yoga, shamanic journeying & soul retrieval, past life regression, career & life purpose, equine therapy, creative art, somatic, chiropractic, massage, empowered birth services, events, & ceremonies.
Healing is a circular and cyclical journey with many paths, choices, & discoveries. We meet you where you are today, acknowledge that you are ever-changing, ever evolving. We know how hard it is to ask for help…to embrace, hold, and make space for change…we know how challenging it is to have a dissolution of self, or a version of yourself that no longer fits. Together, we can uncover & compost outdated & stifling beliefs, unrealistic expectations or goals, let go of worries & fears, discover self-sabotage, burrow through behaviors & deeply hidden feelings & emotions that keep us stuck, fearful, unable to step into empowered selves.
We blend evidence-based & trauma informed psychotherapy, internal family system (parts), Brainspotting, clinical & spiritual hypnotherapy, reiki & chakra energy, yoga, shamanic journeying & soul retrieval, past life regression, career & life purpose, equine therapy, creative art, somatic, chiropractic, massage, empowered birth services, events, & ceremonies.
Healing is a circular and cyclical journey with many paths, choices, & discoveries. We meet you where you are today, acknowledge that you are ever-changing, ever evolving. We know how hard it is to ask for help…to embrace, hold, and make space for change…we know how challenging it is to have a dissolution of self, or a version of yourself that no longer fits. Together, we can uncover & compost outdated & stifling beliefs, unrealistic expectations or goals, let go of worries & fears, discover self-sabotage, burrow through behaviors & deeply hidden feelings & emotions that keep us stuck, fearful, unable to step into empowered selves.
Jennifer A Falbo-Negron
Counselor, EdS, LCPC, RYT, SEP, TTP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Saint Charles, IL 60174
Waitlist for new clients
Therapy sessions can be enhanced with yoga (ERYT-500), meditation, forest therapy, and hypnotherapy.
I help my clients find peace of mind, gain insight, and be more present and grounded in their life to attain their goals and life purpose. I offer a therapeutic environment where clients learn to relax, feel safe, and then peel off the layers of a problem to become aware of the answers each client seeks. My specialties include stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship issues, women's issues, academic problems, and chronic/health concerns. Together, we will examine how your thoughts, feelings, behaviors/actions, bodily sensations, and internal images affect the way you respond to others and within yourself (e.g., inner voice).
Therapy sessions can be enhanced with yoga (ERYT-500), meditation, forest therapy, and hypnotherapy.
I help my clients find peace of mind, gain insight, and be more present and grounded in their life to attain their goals and life purpose. I offer a therapeutic environment where clients learn to relax, feel safe, and then peel off the layers of a problem to become aware of the answers each client seeks. My specialties include stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship issues, women's issues, academic problems, and chronic/health concerns. Together, we will examine how your thoughts, feelings, behaviors/actions, bodily sensations, and internal images affect the way you respond to others and within yourself (e.g., inner voice).
Lina Costelloe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Northfield, IL 60093
I am presently getting certified in Rewind Technique (explicitly applied for trauma and PTSD treatment) and hypnotherapy.
I act as a facilitator of change for individuals who suffer from depression, anxiety, various traumas, panic, grief/loss, stress, postpartum blues and depression, low self-esteem, and who are going through life transitions and have parenting challenges. I believe that human birthright is to experience joy in life. Individual journeys in healing and growth are the ways to achieve that.
I am presently getting certified in Rewind Technique (explicitly applied for trauma and PTSD treatment) and hypnotherapy.
I act as a facilitator of change for individuals who suffer from depression, anxiety, various traumas, panic, grief/loss, stress, postpartum blues and depression, low self-esteem, and who are going through life transitions and have parenting challenges. I believe that human birthright is to experience joy in life. Individual journeys in healing and growth are the ways to achieve that.
Amaya Herrington
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
Skokie, IL 60077
I use EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), Hypnotherapy, somatic practices, and energy work (based in Reiki).
My ideal client is someone who is a highly sensitive individual seeking a seasoned therapist for a transformative journey. You might consider yourself naturally curious, you've navigated various approaches without finding lasting relief, and you're looking for a creative and nuanced approach. You may crave confidence and autonomy but find yourself struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, frustration, and disappointment in yourself as well as your relationships. From my experience, I know how to effectively support you in envisioning and manifesting something that is beyond your ability to imagine just yet.
I use EMDR (eye movement desensitization and reprocessing), Hypnotherapy, somatic practices, and energy work (based in Reiki).
My ideal client is someone who is a highly sensitive individual seeking a seasoned therapist for a transformative journey. You might consider yourself naturally curious, you've navigated various approaches without finding lasting relief, and you're looking for a creative and nuanced approach. You may crave confidence and autonomy but find yourself struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, frustration, and disappointment in yourself as well as your relationships. From my experience, I know how to effectively support you in envisioning and manifesting something that is beyond your ability to imagine just yet.
Dawn Whetstine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MDiv
Verified Verified
Schaumburg, IL 60173
I am also certified in Clinical Hypnotherapy.
Whether your goal is to achieve greater self-awareness, build stronger personal relationships, heal past wounds, or just feel better about yourself, I want to join you on a journey of self-discovery. I work with individuals, couples and families from diverse backgrounds. I am passionate about helping you decrease emotional distress in your life in order to restore purpose and connection. I will help you develop healthy coping strategies to create sustainable change. My stance is curious and flexible, reflecting my belief that you are the expert of your own life.
I am also certified in Clinical Hypnotherapy.
Whether your goal is to achieve greater self-awareness, build stronger personal relationships, heal past wounds, or just feel better about yourself, I want to join you on a journey of self-discovery. I work with individuals, couples and families from diverse backgrounds. I am passionate about helping you decrease emotional distress in your life in order to restore purpose and connection. I will help you develop healthy coping strategies to create sustainable change. My stance is curious and flexible, reflecting my belief that you are the expert of your own life.
Allie Szeliga
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
I have been trained in trauma-informed hypnotherapy and Somatic Experiencing, which is essentially a way to attune to the body in order to heal from trauma.
We live in a world in which isolation has increased exponentially for many. Perhaps you are realizing that you have been avoiding some much needed healing. For many, the fears we have been forced to face have resulted in confusing emotions - anger or despair - or perhaps you are feeling totally numb. All of these responses are normal. You can get through life with increased resiliency and confidence in your ability to not only survive, but ultimately thrive.
I have been trained in trauma-informed hypnotherapy and Somatic Experiencing, which is essentially a way to attune to the body in order to heal from trauma.
We live in a world in which isolation has increased exponentially for many. Perhaps you are realizing that you have been avoiding some much needed healing. For many, the fears we have been forced to face have resulted in confusing emotions - anger or despair - or perhaps you are feeling totally numb. All of these responses are normal. You can get through life with increased resiliency and confidence in your ability to not only survive, but ultimately thrive.
Denise Casey
Psychologist, PsyD, CADC, NBCCHT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
HOPE, HELP, HEALING. Dr. Casey would best describe her intentions for her clients in one word "Transformation". As founder of Barrington Behavioral Health & Wellness, she has created a "home" for people where growth and healing are possible. Her own journey has taught her as much as the diplomas on her wall and the credentials behind her name. She was on staff at Lutheran General Hospital and taught at Northeastern IL University. She is trained as a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, a Certified Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor, is versed in Hypnotherapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She is also an Employee Assistance Provider.
HOPE, HELP, HEALING. Dr. Casey would best describe her intentions for her clients in one word "Transformation". As founder of Barrington Behavioral Health & Wellness, she has created a "home" for people where growth and healing are possible. Her own journey has taught her as much as the diplomas on her wall and the credentials behind her name. She was on staff at Lutheran General Hospital and taught at Northeastern IL University. She is trained as a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, a Certified Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor, is versed in Hypnotherapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She is also an Employee Assistance Provider.
Janell McGruder
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, MSEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicago, IL 60611 (Online Only)
Utilizing EMDR, Hypnotherapy, and traditional talk therapy methods, individuals get an insight into ways they can heal and make changes to their current life in order to be a success.
Life has a lot of ups and downs. Things that happen to us are not always in our control, but healing from them are. If you're new to therapy or are looking for a holistic way of healing from a highly trained therapist who knows you are more than what you may feel you are, I'm the right therapist for you.
Utilizing EMDR, Hypnotherapy, and traditional talk therapy methods, individuals get an insight into ways they can heal and make changes to their current life in order to be a success.
Life has a lot of ups and downs. Things that happen to us are not always in our control, but healing from them are. If you're new to therapy or are looking for a holistic way of healing from a highly trained therapist who knows you are more than what you may feel you are, I'm the right therapist for you.
Christina Matthews LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, MA, LCPC, NCC, CCH/I
Verified Verified
Naperville, IL 60563
Waitlist for new clients
Are you an adult/young adult with ADHD? I can help you! A teacher or parent dealing with a child or teen who struggles with symptoms of ADHD? I can help you help them too! Need to learn assertive communication with a boss, coworker, spouse? I offer traditional, scientific therapies like Clinical Hypnotherapy and NLP and creative science-based approaches. Trying to find your voice? Habits to break? Learn to express yourself with art, creative writing & meditative therapies. Try out the Amethyst Biomat or Esogetic Colorpuncture infrared, ultraviolet, and spectral light therapies for health, emotions, pain relief and sugar cravings.
Are you an adult/young adult with ADHD? I can help you! A teacher or parent dealing with a child or teen who struggles with symptoms of ADHD? I can help you help them too! Need to learn assertive communication with a boss, coworker, spouse? I offer traditional, scientific therapies like Clinical Hypnotherapy and NLP and creative science-based approaches. Trying to find your voice? Habits to break? Learn to express yourself with art, creative writing & meditative therapies. Try out the Amethyst Biomat or Esogetic Colorpuncture infrared, ultraviolet, and spectral light therapies for health, emotions, pain relief and sugar cravings.
Phillip M Licata
Counselor, LCPC, CADC
Verified Verified
Schaumburg, IL 60173
I offer more traditional therapies, and addictions counseling, as well as hypnotherapy, breathwork therapy, and EMDR therapy.
If you are looking for a therapist, it can be a very difficult choice. It is a deeply personal relationship, because that person will know you as well as anyone. The relationship is about functioning with less stress and anxiety, without depression holding you down, with relationships that are honest and healthy, and with real connection to family, friends and your highest self. Therapy is a conversation with yourself, facilitated by another, to bring about change in some area of your life. Change your mind and change your life! LGBTQ friendly and experienced. Tele-Health ready
I offer more traditional therapies, and addictions counseling, as well as hypnotherapy, breathwork therapy, and EMDR therapy.
If you are looking for a therapist, it can be a very difficult choice. It is a deeply personal relationship, because that person will know you as well as anyone. The relationship is about functioning with less stress and anxiety, without depression holding you down, with relationships that are honest and healthy, and with real connection to family, friends and your highest self. Therapy is a conversation with yourself, facilitated by another, to bring about change in some area of your life. Change your mind and change your life! LGBTQ friendly and experienced. Tele-Health ready
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Does insurance cover therapy, prescriptions and other behavioral health services?
In general, yes. Laws in the U.S. require insurers to cover essential behavioral health care at the same level as other health care services. Most health plans require a medical diagnosis and treatments that are evidence based and medically essential. This means that life coaching and alternative therapies are not covered, nor is therapy without a diagnosis. Call the number on the back or your insurance card or visit your insurance company's website to review your Summary of Benefits. If you have insurance through your employer, your Human Resources department may also be able to answer questions.
How much does therapy cost with insurance?
The cost of therapy depends on your region, how much training and experience your therapist has, and the type of treatment. The rate for talk therapy generally falls between $100 and $250. For a client seeing an in-network provider, the cost of therapy is often similar to the cost of other health care services. Clients pay co-pays and may need to satisfy a plan’s deductible before benefits kick in.
What is the difference between In-Network and Out-of-Network insurance coverage?
An in-network provider has contracted with an insurer to get paid directly for services, and to accept the insurer’s rate of compensation. Clients are responsible for deductibles and copays. If a therapist is out of network, that means that the client pays the therapist directly for services at the therapist’s regular fee. Out-of-Network providers often give clients a receipt so that they can file for partial reimbursement with their insurance company.
Is it difficult to find an In-Network therapist?
It is not unusual for therapists to limit the number of insurance patients in their practice, so it’s important to check in-network availability when you schedule your first appointment. In regions and times where therapy is in high demand it may take longer to get scheduled with an in-network therapist.
What is the difference between HMO and PPO insurance plans?
HMO health plans only cover in-network services, there is no reimbursement for out-of-network providers. PPO plans often cover both in- and out-of-network services, though the client may pay more for out-of-network services.
What is a Superbill?
A superbill is a receipt for therapy services. It provides all the information required by insurance companies to reimburse you for out-of-network services, including the diagnostic codes for your care, the amount paid, and the dates and duration of care.
Does insurance cover Online therapy?
Many therapists who shifted their practice to online therapy during the pandemic have kept that arrangement. And most insurers continue to cover telehealth services, with a few exceptions. Preventive care (such as an annual depression screening) is often required to be in-person to be covered, and some states require prescribers of controlled substances to see those patients in person.
Does insurance cover Group therapy?
Many insurance plans provide coverage for group therapy provided there is a medical diagnosis for group members, but there are some noteworthy exceptions. For example, Medicare does not always cover group therapy. Group therapy tends to cost less than individual therapy.
Does insurance cover Couples therapy?
Most insurance companies do not cover the cost of couples therapy because there is no medical diagnosis or medically necessary treatment. However, a few plans will offer a limited benefit, so it is still worth checking with your insurance company. Sometimes therapy is covered for a couple when one person has a diagnosis and another family member joins them for joint therapy, but it is considered therapy for the medical condition that includes a family member as a listener or helper, not couples counseling. Without insurance, most clients pay between $100-300 per 60-90 min session for couples therapy. Often clients can find classes or workshops that make it more affordable to work on their relationship. And some employers offer Employee Assistance Plans that help defray the cost of couples therapy.
What is an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)?
Employee Assistance Plans are purchased by employers for the benefit of their employees. EAPs typically assist employees with referrals and may also provide the first few sessions of therapy free of charge, with the patient's regular health insurance kicking in after those initial sessions. EAP benefits often apply to all types of therapy without the need for a medical diagnosis, making it easier to access couples therapy, therapy for life transitions, and other non-medical counseling. Just as with standard health insurance, clients should always check that a provider accepts their EAP benefits before scheduling.
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy