Do you accept insurance?

This is one of the most common questions that I get asked from a new client. It is also an article of debate amongst therapy professionals. Many will have a page on their website dedicated to explaining why they don't accept insurance. I have always accepted insurance for covered services. I am committed to providing affordable services. I have some clients who use insurance and some clients who do not. When I think of how many clients over the years that I would have not met or had the privilege of working with if I did not accept their insurance, it makes me glad that I did and do. My associates do not accept insurance only because my contracts will not allow me to bill for services provided by LMFT Associates. When they have completed their supervisory period (2 years/3,000 hours, post licensure), I hope they will enroll as insurance providers and I encourage them to do so. Other therapists have their reasons for not accepting insurance. As for me, for the past 15 years I have been happy to be in network for most major insurance.