FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Find clear answers to common questions about our fees, insurance, and payment options to guide your mental health care decisions.
Do you accept insurance?
As of 3/1/2026, I am contracted with:
- Aetna
- Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO Blue
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Indemnity
- Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
I am in process in getting contracted with multiple insurances. Due to federal and state laws, I cannot take patients with Medicare or Medicaid/MassHealth as self-pay.
For the latest information, please check back. In the meantime, I am happy to provide detailed invoices known as superbills for potential insurance reimbursement.
What are the costs for out-of-network services?
$300 Initial Consultation up to 60 minutes and $150 Returning Patient Visit for up to 30 minutes. I am happy to provide superbills for potential insurance reimbursement. Please ensure to check with your insurance for your current plan benefits.
Are there benefits to private pay?
Confidentiality. Private pay clients enjoy the privacy, because this information will not automatically be a part of your permanent health record. If you do use insurance to pay for mental health care, then this information can then be accessed by various third parties, including employers, insurance companies, and government agencies.
More control of your treatment. Freedom to choose your provider, and the duration and frequency of your appointments.
Or perhaps you do not want or need a psychiatric diagnosis, but you would like care for your mental health symptoms. Insurances require specific diagnoses for reimbursement.
Faster access to care. Eliminates delays related to insurance verification and prior authorizations, so you can book appointments sooner.
Treatment continuity. Changes in your insurance benefits will not disrupt your treatment. Additionally, some insurance plans limit the number of visits per year.
Simplified payment process. Upfront pricing without the hassle of complex billing procedures, which can reduce financial anxiety.
Other financial considerations. Perhaps you have a plan with a high-deductible or out-of-network (OON) benefits that allow you to choose a provider that meets your needs.
You have an HSA/FSA you wish to use. *Please note using OON benefits or HSA/FSA requires reporting at least one psychiatric diagnosis.
What makes Integrative Psychiatry different from “Traditional Psychiatry?”
Integrative Psychiatry combines the best of Traditional Psychiatry with complementary approaches in a responsible and evidence-informed manner. This can mean prescribing both medications and supplements, completing thorough medical evaluations, and addressing your mental health from a whole-person perspective.
Can you be my Primary Care Provider (PCP)?
I cannot replace your PCP, but I am more than happy to work with them to help you achieve your health goals.
Are you in-person or virtual?
Both! I can see Massachusetts clients virtually or in-person in Northborough. Please note: client MUST be physically located in Massachusetts during all visits due to State laws and insurance contracts.
What ages do you treat?
Currently, I am only taking adults, 18+.
How do I schedule an appointment?
You can book an appointment through our online scheduler for your convenience. If you indicate using an insurance I am contracted with, please note you will NOT be charged the private pay fee.
After your initial consultation appointment is approved (within 24 business hours), you will be sent a confirmation and intake packet. The intake packet must be completed prior to your appointment.
If applicable, your insurance information with the intake packet must be received at least two business days PRIOR to your initial consultation, in order to verify your insurance eligibility & benefits.