Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get started?

How do I get started?

I'm glad you asked, it’s easy! To book your free 15-minute consultation, click on any "Get-Started" button on the website or you can click here.

Do you offer in person sessions?

Do you offer in person sessions?

Yes, I offer the option of in-person or online video sessions.

Yes, I offer the option of in-person or online video sessions.

Do you take health insurance?

Do you take health insurance?

Yes, I'm currently accepting insurance and self-pay. I accept Aetna and Cigna insurance plans. When you get started and fill in the questionnaire, I'll collect your insurance information there and call to verify coverage.

Yes, I'm currently accepting insurance and self-pay. I accept Aetna and Cigna insurance plans. When you get started and fill in the questionnaire, I'll collect your insurance information there and call to verify coverage.

How much does counseling cost?

How much does counseling cost?

If you are not using insurance, the self-pay rate is $150. Most insurance plans have out-of-network benefits as well so I'll still submit the receipts to your insurance and they might cover a portion of it.

If you are not using insurance, the self-pay rate is $150. Most insurance plans have out-of-network benefits as well so I'll still submit the receipts to your insurance and they might cover a portion of it.

What should I expect in my first session?

What should I expect in my first session?

In your first session you can expect an empathic, compassionate, and nurturing counselor to help build a trusting relationship where you will be heard and cared for. In this space you will be encouraged to share what brings you to counseling and what you hope to gain!

In your first session you can expect an empathic, compassionate, and nurturing counselor to help build a trusting relationship where you will be heard and cared for. In this space you will be encouraged to share what brings you to counseling and what you hope to gain!

I just booked my first appointment, what's next?

I just booked my first appointment, what's next?

Be on the lookout for paperwork in your email inbox from the email address you provided. We ask that you fill it out completely so that our first session can be focused on getting to know you and your goals. You will also receive an invitation from Headway to set up your account for billing purposes.

Be on the lookout for paperwork in your email inbox from the email address you provided. We ask that you fill it out completely so that our first session can be focused on getting to know you and your goals. You will also receive an invitation from Headway to set up your account for billing purposes.

Start with a free consult

Start with a free consult

I offer a free 15 minute phone consult to help you see if I’m a good fit.

I offer a free 15 minute phone consult to help you see if I’m a good fit.

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Copyright Theresa Leal, LPC

Copyright Theresa Leal, LPC