FAQs about Therapy

There are no guarantees of specific change. However, we are certain that being seen, accepted, and supported by a caring, objective, and trained professional can improve anyone’s wellness and sense of self. Beyond that connection, we are skilled in applying the appropriate and proven strategies that have been grounded in research. These approaches have worked for many, and can be tailored to meet your needs.

According to the APA, with consistency most treatment goals should be met within 15-20 sessions. Treatment goals will change overtime, and the time you spend with your therapist will vary, but lasting, tiered, incremental progress of specific goals has a quarterly timeline.

Our primary focus is individual therapy. However, we will offer parent and family sessions as they are needed to assist in treatment goals. Our modalities are eclectic and include elements of Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy/Tapping, and more. We are all passionate about our work and the study of psychology. We are always learning more and seeking trainings that will help our clients.

We truly believe that therapy is for everyone. The primary predictor of therapeutic success is the strength of the relationship between the client and the therapist. We are biased, but our clients love working with us (and we love working with them). We aim to be warm, welcoming, and relatable in addition to being competent and qualified. 

Yes, we offer in-person sessions at our Danbury office on Mill Plain Road. 

Our current rates are:

50 minutes for $200

75 minutes for $250

We are an out-of-network but insurance friendly practice. We do not accept payment directly from insurance, but you can submit requests for reimbursement with OON benefits.

We can submit claims for your reimbursements using Mentaya. Mentaya does charge a 5% fee.

You can check your benefits here!

If you want to verify your OON benefits ask the following questions when you call your insurer:

1. Do I have OON?

2. What is the allowed amount?

3. How much is left on my deductible?

4. What is my reimbursement rate?

It can seem daunting, but it is simple.

You meet with your therapist.

Pay for your session.

Submit a claim on your insurer’s website.

Receive reimbursement.

Fantastic question. Being out of network allows us to treat our clients according to our clinical judgement, not according to the parameters of what the insurance company will pay. We are able to provide more ethical care that is not confined to specific diagnosis or session codes.

As a result, we can protect your confidentiality with greater ease, and do not need to share treatment plans or notes with insurers. We use our time outside of session treatment planning, consulting, and training, rather than chasing down payment or challenging a denial through the insurance’s bureaucratic protocols. We want our clients to make the most out of their benefits, and often the reimbursement rate for the policy holder is significantly more substantial than the allowed amount to be paid to the therapist, is more likely to be approved, and is not subject to “claw backs” (The process in which and insurance company with request a return of payments).

If you would like, you can set up a brief 10-15 minute phone call to ask your potential therapist any questions that you may have. In order to ensure proper fit, we recommend attending the first two sessions before deciding. 

For in-person sessions, you will find ample free parking before entering our office on the 4th floor to the right as you exit the elevator. There you can help yourself to tea, water, and snacks while you sit in the waiting room. Your therapist will welcome you into their office at the time of your session.

For virtual sessions, you will receive a link via email and text message for your session on a secure, HIPAA compliant platform. You will enter your name, and your therapist will start the session when you are both present. 

Once we begin, we will ask you questions. Lots of questions. We are curious by nature and want to be sure we have the right information to tailor our approach in treatment. We will ask you about why you are seeking services now, how these concerns have looked over time, and,what your previous therapeutic experiences were like. We will explore your support systems and family dynamics. We will ask you what you want to work on in therapy, and how you will measure success. All the while, we will be encouraging you, validating you, and receiving your story without judgment.

We provide therapy that works to individuals looking for sustainable and widespread growth. 

Different types of therapy modalities and symptom sets require different time commitments. Psychoanalysis requires 3-5 hours a week. Some mental health treatment goals require residential care. At Cope & Calm, we aim for the middle intensity. We know that the brain is wired to keep us alive, not to keep us happy. We also know that the brain can change, when given consistent evidence over time. So we ask our clients to commit at least 50 minutes a week toward their therapeutic goals.

A good faith estimate should include expected charges for the scheduled health care items and services, including facilities fees, hospital fees, and room and board provided by the provider or facility.