FAQs

  • $150 per 50-55 min therapy session.

  • At the moment, my practice is entirely virtual. I use Zoom Workplace for Healthcare Professionals as my telehealth platform, which is secure and HIPPA compliant. You’ll receive a unique Zoom link at the start of therapy which you can use each time we meet.

  • I’m in-network with the following insurance plans in both IL and MN:

    • BCBS PPO, Anthem & Blue Choice

    • Aetna PPO

    • United Health Care/Optum PPO

    • HealthPartners Minnesota

  • Most insurance companies offer some reimbursement for therapy, even if the therapist is out-of-network. After our sessions, I can give you a document called a Superbill, which you can send to your insurance company to request reimbursement.

    If you are interested in this option, you can call your insurance company and ask what they reimburse for out-of-network therapy.

    Feel free to contact me with any questions you may have about this!

  • Yes, I am LGBTQ+ affirming and am here to support you as an individual, couple, or family.

  • In our first session, we’ll focus on getting to know each other. I’ll share a bit about myself, gather background information, and explore your goals for therapy. While this session may feel more conversational than “therapeutic,” it’s a key part of the process. Just as a doctor needs to understand your symptoms before making a diagnosis, I need context about your past and present to know how to best support you.

  • All clients are set up in my Electronic Health Record system, where you can privately and securely enter your credit card info.

  • It depends on your needs, goals, and my availability. I usually recommend starting with weekly sessions to build momentum, and over time, many clients move to biweekly or monthly sessions. We’ll figure out what works best for you!

Your Right to a Good Faith Estimate

As of January 1, 2022, the No Surprises Act gives clients the right to a Good Faith Estimate (GFE) of expected charges for non-emergency healthcare services, including mental health therapy. If you are uninsured or choose to self-pay, you are entitled to a written estimate of your costs, which will outline expected fees for services such as weekly sessions. You may request this estimate before starting therapy or at any time during care.

If your bill is $400 or more above the estimate, you have the right to dispute the charges. You may first discuss the difference with me, and if unresolved, you can begin a formal dispute process through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Please note that a Good Faith Estimate is not a contract; it simply represents expected costs based on the information available at the time.

For more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises

Patient Bill of Rights

  • Respect & Dignity: Be treated with respect, compassion, & without discrimination of any kind.

  • Quality Care: Receive competent, ethical, & professional therapy services.

  • Informed Participation: Be involved in your treatment planning, set your own goals, & make choices about your care.

  • Clear Information: Know what services are being provided, the fees, & any potential risks or benefits of treatment.

  • Confidentiality: Have your personal information & therapy sessions kept private, except in cases where disclosure is required by law.

  • Access to Records: Review your treatment records upon request, consistent with state & federal law.

  • Consent & Choice: Give or withhold consent for treatment, referrals, or the release of your information.

  • Referrals: Receive appropriate referrals if you need services beyond the scope of this practice.

  • Non-retaliation: Express concerns or file a complaint about your care without fear of punishment or discrimination.

  • Emergency Access: Be informed about how to access crisis or emergency services when your therapist is not available.

Reach out

Contact me to schedule a free 15 minute phone consultation.

Email: Britni@LudwigTherapy.com
Call or text: (773) 373-9855