AN INVESTMENT IN YOURSELF
Fees & Insurance
East Bay Therapy in Orinda
In-person in Orinda, CA · Online throughout California
Offering flexible options for in-network and out-of-network insurance for easier accessibility.
Payment Options
Sessions are $180 for a 50-minute session.
If you're unsure about getting started, a free 20-minute consultation gives you the chance to ask questions and see whether it feels like a good fit- no pressure, no commitment.
We accept cash, checks, major credit cards, and HSA/FSA cards. Payment is due at the time of service.
Insurance Accepted
In-Network Benefits:
Bountiful Health is considered in-network with the following providers:
Aetna
Blue Cross/Blue Shield
Cigna
Optum
UnitedHealthcare
If you have one of these plans, your sessions may be partially or fully covered depending on your specific benefits.
Out-of-Network Benefits:
If we’re not in-network with your insurance provider, you may still be eligible for partial reimbursement through out-of-network benefits. Many PPO plans cover a portion of therapy fees, often reimbursing 50–80% after your deductible is met.
We’re happy to provide a monthly detailed statement/receipt that you can submit to your insurance provider for potential reimbursement.
Working with an out-of-network therapist can give you more freedom to choose someone who truly feels right, more privacy in your care, and more flexibility in how your therapy is structured. For many people, that added sense of choice ends up mattering more than the cost difference.
Curious about the benefits of seeing an out-of-network therapist?
Verifying Your Insurance Coverage
Helpful questions to ask your provider:
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Many plans offer mental health benefits, but coverage can vary. This question helps you confirm whether therapy sessions are included and if there are any limitations on the type of therapy or provider you can see.
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Certain plans may require approval from your insurance company before therapy is covered, even for out-of-network providers.
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Your deductible is the amount you need to pay out-of-pocket before your insurance begins covering services. Knowing this can help you understand what you’ll owe per session, especially early in the year.
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Some insurance plans cap the number of covered therapy sessions annually. It’s important to know if your plan limits access and whether additional sessions can be approved if needed.
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Certain plans require a referral from your primary care doctor or prior approval before starting therapy. This step ensures sessions will be covered, so it’s worth checking before you begin.
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This tells you if your plan will reimburse therapy sessions with a provider who is not in your network.
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Some plans reimburse a fixed percentage (like 60–80%), while others use a specific rate based on the provider’s or insurance company’s fee schedule.
Cancellations & Rescheduling Policy
Your session time is held just for you, so I ask for at least 24 hours' notice if you need to cancel or reschedule.
24+ hours' notice: I'm happy to reschedule you to a different time slot within the same week.
Less than 24 hours' notice: The full session fee applies, since that time was reserved specifically for you.
Exceptions: Serious illness, emergencies, or a death can be discussed on a case-by-case basis. If something comes up, please reach out.
These policies protect the time and space that make our work together consistent and effective.
Invest in Yourself
A session has a cost you can measure. Staying stuck has one too; it's just harder to see. Patterns left unaddressed don't go away on their own. They tend to repeat, often in a different form.
Like any investment, the value of therapy isn't just in the moment. It's in what it continues to return over time: more self-trust, better relationships, and a clearer sense of who you are. That return doesn't stop when the sessions do.
Curious what that looks like?
