FAQs
What services do you offer?
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I offer individual, couples, and family therapy for adults navigating different stages of life and relationship. My work supports people who are seeking greater understanding of their emotional life, patterns of connection, and the meanings they make of their experiences. Sessions may focus on relationships, life transitions, stress, identity, or moments where things feel stuck or uncertain. I offer therapy in English and Turkish, and all sessions are currently held virtually for clients located in Washington State.
Do you accept insurance?
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I practice outside of insurance networks in order to protect confidentiality, pacing, and the integrity of the therapeutic process. Insurance-based systems often require the disclosure of highly personal information and can shape care around external criteria rather than a person’s lived experience. At the same time, I remain attentive to the very real financial and systemic barriers that limit access to mental health care. I hold this tension intentionally and see my practice as an evolving effort to balance depth, sustainability, and a responsibility toward greater accessibility. I invite clients to choose a fee within a stated range that feels sustainable for them, without the need for explanation.
Can you provide superbill?
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I practice outside of insurance networks and do not bill insurance directly. Upon request, I can provide a monthly superbill, which is an itemized receipt that clients may choose to submit to their insurance company for possible out-of-network reimbursement. Reimbursement is determined by your insurance plan and is not guaranteed, as coverage and requirements vary.
Because insurance companies require specific documentation, including a mental health diagnosis, I encourage clients to consider whether submitting a superbill aligns with their needs and values. I’m happy to discuss this process and answer questions as they arise.
Payment is due at the time of each session and is processed through a secure client portal. Keeping the administrative side of therapy clear and predictable allows us to focus our time and attention on the therapeutic process itself.
Why do some people choose to work with an out-of-network therapist?
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For some people, working with an out-of-network provider can offer greater flexibility and privacy in the therapeutic process. Without the need to meet insurance requirements, therapy can unfold at a pace guided by what feels meaningful and relevant, and conversations can remain less shaped by diagnostic or administrative demands.
At the same time, I’m mindful that insurance systems exist because access to care is not equally available, and that working outside of these systems is not an easy or neutral choice for everyone. Financial and structural barriers are real, and they shape who is able to seek support and how.
There is no single right way to approach this decision. I encourage clients to consider what feels most supportive and sustainable for them, and I’m open to talking together about options, including the use of superbills, and how out-of-network care might or might not fit within your circumstances.
Questions you might ask your insurance company
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If you’re considering using out-of-network benefits, the following questions may be helpful when speaking with your insurance provider. You don’t need to ask all of them, and you don’t need to have everything figured out before starting therapy.
Does my plan include out-of-network benefits for mental health services?
How does reimbursement work for out-of-network therapy sessions?
Is coverage different for telehealth compared to in-person sessions?
Is there a deductible, and if so, has it been met?
Are there limits on the number of sessions covered per year?
Do I need prior authorization or a referral in order to receive reimbursement?
These questions are offered simply as a guide. Insurance policies can be confusing, and I’m happy to talk through what tends to be useful to know if questions come up.