1: 15-minute consultation call

2: Intake interview

3: Feedback session

Dr. Denese does not take insurance but will send you a monthly itemized bill (“superbill”) with a list of services and commonly used billing codes. You can send this to your insurance company for partial and/or full reimbursement, depending on your plan.

Full payment is due at the time of service and processed through a secure portal. The next session will not be scheduled until the balance is zero.

Out of network options can allow you to see a provider who is a specialist and has more expertise in your specific problem area or mental health concern.

This flexibility can be incredibly beneficial for your therapeutic journey.

Additionally, you can have a wider range of options among various providers and choose a therapist who is more closely aligned with your personal values, cultural background, or religious beliefs, if that is important to you.

If your insurance plan includes out-of-network benefits, you might get some money back from your insurance company for session costs.

PPO/POS plans usually cover 60-80% of therapy expenses. Since each plan is different, check with your insurance provider to find out your specific coverage. Remember, Dr. Denese can't promise you'll get reimbursed.

If you are unsure about your out of network coverage, Dr. Denese encourages you to ask your insurance company directly about therapy coverage.

Helpful questions to ask your insurance company:

Does my insurance plan have out of network benefits for mental health?

How much will I get reimbursed per visit when I see an out of network mental health provider?

Is there a difference in benefits coverage for in-person versus telehealth mental health services?

How many sessions does my insurance cover per year?

Does my plan have a deductible and if so, has it been met yet?

Do I need prior approval or a referral to get reimbursed?

MA Patients ages 23-40: In-person and online therapy through private practice in Boston, Massachusetts.

MA Patients ages 2-22: In-person and online therapy at the Center for Effective Therapy - Baker Center, a Harvard Medical School affiliated outpatient clinic in Boston, Massachusetts. In-network BCBS.

NY Patients ages 2-40: Online therapy through private practice.

Dr. Denese is a mandated reporter. Thus, during any interaction that you have with Dr. Denese (written or electronic communication, consultation call, intake, feedback, therapy session, phone call, etc.), she is obligated by law to break confidentiality and inform relevant authorities if information comes to light regarding harm to self, harm to others, child abuse or neglect, and elder or vulnerable adult abuse or neglect. This is done to keep everyone involved as safe as possible.

There is a 24-hour cancellation policy. If you miss or cancel a therapy session within 24 hours, the fee is the full cost of the missed session.

Please email ndenese@denesepsychology.com in a timely manner in order to avoid such fees.

Furthermore, please be aware that if you arrive late to your therapy session, the session will end at the originally scheduled time.

Dr. Denese provides evidence-based therapy with the goal of graduating patients when they have met therapy goals.

Patients complete weekly surveys that track progress during therapy.

On average, patients graduate within 6 months of weekly therapy. Patients can opt for longer term therapy as well.

Under Section 2799B-6 of the Public Health Service Act, health care providers and health care facilities are required to inform individuals who are not enrolled in a plan or coverage or a Federal health care program, or not seeking to file a claim with their plan or coverage both orally and in writing of their ability, upon request or at the time of scheduling health care items and services, to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” of expected charges.

You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost.

Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services.

You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees.

Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least 1 business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your health care provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service.

If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.

Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises