Fees & Insurance
Initial Session
$175 / 50 min
Following Sessions
$150 / 50 min
Couples’ Counseling
$150 / 50 min
Therapy made affordable
The following health insurance are accepted.
Our Insurance Partners.
We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) PPO, Aetna PPO, and Cigna insurance. Please note: we are not in-network with Medicare and Medicaid health plans at the moment.
Cancellations policy
At our fee-for-service practice, we maintain a strict policy regarding late cancellations and no-show appointments. For detailed information about our cancellation policy, please visit our Cancelation Policy by using this link.
Health Insurance
Panahi Counseling is devoted to helping you with your insurance needs. It is possible that your counseling sessions may be covered in whole or part by your insurance. Please contact your insurance provider for more information about your behavioral health benefits.
Alternatively, our insurance experts can contact your insurance company on your behalf, making the process seamless.
FAQ
The following questions are frequently asked of us, and we decided to present them here for you.
What does being in-network mean?
The agency has a contract with the insurance company and provides you with care and submits your claim directly to the insurance.
What does being out-network mean?
The agency is not contracted with the insurance company to provide you with treatment, but insurance may cover some of the cost. You are then responsible for the rest.
No covered charges
These are costs for therapy that your insurance does not pay.
Do you accept medicare and medicaid?
At the present moment we are not in network with Medicare and Merdicaid.
What are our payment policy?
Payment for insurance co-pays or fees are the client’s responsibility and are due at the end of each session. We accept cash, check or credit card. We ask that each client have a credit card number on file to cover any fees that are denied or not paid by insurance.
As an alternative, clients may choose to have outstanding balances for co-pays and deductibles charged to a credit card.
What does paying deductible mean?
The amount you must pay before your health insurance company starts to pay for care, for example, $1000 per individual. In most cases, a new deductible must be satisfied each calendar year.
What does paying co-payment mean?
A fixed dollar amount designated by your insurance that is your responsibility. The amount would depend on your benefit plan and would be the same each time.
What is the meaning of co-insurance?
The part of your bill, which may be additional to a co-payment. Co-insurance is a percentage of your total allowable, for example, 20%.
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How to start therapy with us
Book An Intake
Book a 15-minute intake appointment with our intake specialist today.
Get Matched
Get matched with one of our therapists who fits your needs and preferences.
Start Therapy
Attend your session at your own pace. Experience in-person or online therapy.
Want help finding a therapist?
Schedule a 15-minute conversation with our Client Care Coordinator.
Important questions to ask when contacting your health insurance company about your mental health benefits.
- Are mental health benefits covered under my insurance plan?
- Do I have a deductible for mental health services?
- Are there co-payments or co-insurance for mental health services?
- Can I see providers at Panahi Counseling, PC?
- Are there any visit limits on my coverage for my mental health benefits?