DrJessicaMichaelson

 FAQs & Fees

Can we meet in person?

Yes! If you are in the SF Bay Area, we can meet in person at 395 Taylor Blvd, Pleasant Hill. If you are outside of the Bay Area, we can meet online via secure video.

What are your fees?

Individuals: 50 minute @ $225.

Couples: 50 minutes @ $275.

Parent Coaching: 50 minutes @ $275.

I do not have sliding scale spots available at this time.

Do you take my insurance?

I am an in-network provider for Aetna members. For all other networks, I can provide a statement you can submit for potential reimbursement.

Do you offer a free phone consultation first?

Yes. We can meet for a 20 minute phone or video call to answer any of your questions and get a sense of whether we would be a good fit. Please complete my contact form and I will be in touch to schedule.

how often will we meet and how many sessions will i have to do?

For individuals, I like to meet weekly for at least the first 6 sessions. For couples, we tend to meet every other week. I recommend all clients financially plan for 6 sessions in order to see significant changes.

My partner doesn’t want to meet - can i work my on relationship alone?

I often work on relationships with only one partner present. This is because dynamics of boundaries and communication are significantly affected by one player changing their behavior. I will provide honest feedback about whether or not it makes sense to work on your relationship within individual therapy or if I think couples’ sessions are necessary.

Do i have to do homework?

At the end of each session, we typically identify things to focus on or do outside of session. This sometimes involves reading or a worksheet, but more often it’s about being particularly mindful of an emotion or behavior and the effects those have throughout the week so we can see what’s working and what’s not.