Good Faith Estimate

As of January 2022, under the No Surprises Act, clients are entitled to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” in regards to the estimated cost of psychotherapy services provided to them. Although it is very difficult for a therapist to know how many therapy sessions may be appropriate prior to getting to know a client’s specific needs, this document includes an estimate of the charges associated with the services provided. 

The total cost of services will depend on the number and frequency of sessions, as well as your individual needs. It is expected that throughout your course of treatment it is likely that your needs may change that could result in less or more frequent sessions. Life often presents us with unforeseen circumstances that may require more or less support. With that, there is the potential for the total cost of services to look differently than your original Good Faith Estimate. 

Federal law supports your right to initiate a dispute resolution process if the actual amount you are billed substantially exceeds the total charges outlined in your Good Faith Estimate. In this case charges that exceed $400 of the total billed amount are defined as substantial excess charges.

The purpose of  the Good Faith Estimate is not to serve as a recommendation for treatment. The number of sessions and subsequent estimated cost for those sessions that are suitable for you depends on your expressed needs throughout your time in therapy. I highly encourage ongoing collaboration and review of services throughout the duration of our time together. Although the recommendations I make are tailored to your specific needs, I acknowledge that you know your own needs best. If at any time you do not feel that my recommendations for treatment suit you, you are entitled to discontinue treatment at any time. 

For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate or the dispute process, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises/consumers or call 1-800-985-3059.