What are the costs of psychotherapy?
The cost of therapy varies widely, based on the therapist’s credentials, their experience, and their geographic location. Often, health insurance will cover a portion of the cost. Again, every state has different legislation governing insurance benefits, and it is very important for you to understand how your particular insurance policy works regarding mental health and substance abuse coverage. It will probably be an important issue in your initial phone conversation with your therapist to discuss the role of your particular insurance coverage in treatment. Many people carry insurance that is managed by a managed care company. This often will mean that a therapist will have to submit a written or telephonic treatment plan to a managed care reviewer, who will then review the treatment plan and make a decision as to whether or not therapy services will be authorized and, therefore, paid for. Again, it is important that you understand how this works and that you speak to your therapist a
