How do I schedule an appointment?
You can request an appointment by emailing us here or scheduling an appointment for a 15 min consultation with provider here.
Do you take insurance?
YES! Currently we are in network with BCBS IL, Optum UBH/UHC and Cigna and Aetna. We are out of network for Wisconsin and Tennessee and do not take insurance. However, we will provide you with a “super bill” so that you may submit a claim to your insurance provider. Reimbursement rates vary depending upon your insurance and are typically considered “out of network.” Please call your insurance company to check what your “out of network” benefits are including deductible amount, reimbursement amount per 50 min. session, etc
What are your student rates?
Please reach out for student rates. Rates may vary depending on complexity of case.
How long is a session?
A typical follow up session is about 20-30 min. A typical intake/evaluation session is 60- 75 minutes.
What is your cancellation policy?
We require 24 hours notice for all cancellations and reschedules. Missed appointments, late cancellations, and late reschedules will result in the late cancel fee.
Is therapy, medication management and coaching confidential?
Treatment both in person and telehealth, is confidential. Nothing will be shared without your consent. The exceptions to confidentiality include the following:
- If there is reasonable belief that you are at risk of harming yourself or another person.
- Providers are mandated reporters, so If there is suspected child abuse/neglect, suspected abuse/neglect of an individual with special needs or elderly population
- Court mandates and subpoenas.
What is a nurse practitioner?
A nurse practitioner (NP) is a registered nurse with advanced graduate education and training. NPs can assess, diagnose, and prescribe treatment for a variety of illnesses. NPs are required to have obtained at least a master’s degree in nursing in a chosen specialty and pass a national board certifying examination.
What does a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) do?
PMHNP’s serve the psychiatric-mental health population. We assess, diagnose, and treat individuals and families with psychiatric disorders or the potential for such disorders using our full scope of therapeutic skills, including prescribing medication and administering psychotherapy.
What is the difference between a nurse practitioner and a physician?
While physicians are trained through graduate medical school and a residency in their specialty, nurse practitioners have similar, but uniquely different training and experience. All nurse practitioners have completed nursing school, a rigorous process that can range from 18 months to 3 years. Most then practice as a nurse for several years before beginning graduate school. This is an important question to ask your nurse practitioner. How many years did you practice as an RN in a direct patient care setting? Preferably, the answer is at least 5 years or more in an acute care setting such as a hospital. A master’s degree in nursing can take two to three years and includes highly specialized didactic training and extensive clinical clinical hours.
Doesn't a physician need to supervise a nurse practitioner?
Nurse practitioners have come a long way in establishing their roles as providers of medical care. For many years, nurse practitioners were not allowed to see patients without a physician closely supervising. Now, at least 23 states have allowed for nurse practitioners to practice independently, without any association with a physician. This is called having full practice authority.