Frequently asked questions

What clients do you serve?

Location: Currently I serve clients located ( physically) in NY ( City & State). Ages: 18 to 65 yrs. Concerns: See services page

What is therapy like?

Because each person has different issues and goals for therapy, therapy will be different depending on the individual. In general, you can expect to discuss the current events happening in your life, your personal history relevant to your issue, and report progress (or any new insights gained) from the previous therapy session. Depending on your specific needs, therapy can be short-term, for a specific issue, or longer-term, to deal with more difficult patterns or your desire for more personal development. Either way, it is most common to schedule regular sessions with your therapist (usually weekly).

It is important to understand that you will get more results from therapy if you actively participate in the process. The ultimate purpose of therapy is to help you bring what you learn in session back into your life. Therefore, beyond the work you do in therapy sessions, your therapist may suggest some things you can do outside of therapy to support your process - such as reading a pertinent book, journaling on specific topics, noting particular behaviors or taking action on your goals. People seeking psychotherapy are ready to make positive changes in their lives, are open to new perspectives and take responsibility for their lives.

How much does it cost?

Per session: $180/60 min. Sliding scale is available for financial assistance. No-show/cancellation fee: $70 ( please reschedule 24hr in advance). Copays: Depends on your insurance

Do you offer insurance?

Yes. The following insurances are currently accepted: Aetna, Cigna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New York ( formerly known as Empire), Oxford, United Healthcare, Oscar, Quest behavioral health, Carelon Behavioral Health (NY based clients only). Scroll down to see the full list of insurances. But please verify with your insurance whether they offer behavioral health coverage.

Do you offer medication management?

No. But we'll work with you to find a provider that meets your needs.

Reasons why you might want to seek medication: It is well established that the long-term solution to mental and emotional problems and the pain they cause cannot be solved solely by medication. Instead of just treating the symptom, therapy addresses the cause of our distress and the behavior patterns that curb our progress. You can best achieve sustainable growth and a greater sense of well-being with an integrative approach to wellness. Working with your medical doctor you can determine what's best for you, and in some cases a combination of medication and therapy is the right course of action.

Insurance

What insurance do you cover?

I am currently accepting the following insurances:

• Aetna (in New York)

• Carelon Behavioral Health (in New York)

• Cigna (in New York)

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (in New York)

• Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York (formerly Empire) (in New York)

How do I know if I am covered under my insurance?

To determine if you have mental health coverage through your insurance carrier, the first thing you should do is call them. Check your coverage carefully and make sure you understand their answers. Some helpful questions you can ask them:

• What are my mental health benefits?

• What is the coverage amount per therapy session?

• How many therapy sessions does my plan cover?

• How much does my insurance pay for an out-of-network provider?

• Is approval required from my primary care physician?

Coming Soon

• Quest Behavioral Health (in New York)

• United Healthcare (in New York)

• Oxford (in New York)

• Oscar Health (in New York)

• Optum Medicaid NY (in New York)

• United Healthcare Medicare Advantage (in New York)

Contact Us

hello@tahiratnasiru.com

347-352-5545