An initial consultation can be a helpful first step to ensure a good fit. It gives you a chance to ask questions, share what you’re looking for in therapy, and get a feel for my style and approach—before committing to ongoing sessions. It’s also an opportunity for me to learn more about your goals and how I can best support you.
Reach out to set up a quick 15-minute consultation appointment.
If you decide to move forward, you’ll receive access to a secure client portal where you can complete new client forms and provide your insurance information, if you plan to use insurance.
One your insurance benefits have been verified, you’ll receive a message with an estimation of your out-of-pocket costs (copay/coinsurance and deductible information). Then, we can schedule your first appointment at a time that works best for you.
Your first session is a gentle, welcoming space to begin your therapy journey and an opportunity for me to get to know you and your story.
Whether we meet in person or virtually, we’ll talk about what’s bringing you in, explore your goals, and go over what you can expect from our work together. As a trauma-informed therapist, I prioritize your comfort and emotional safety—we’ll move at a pace that feels right for you.
If you have a plan NOT LISTED BELOW and have out-of-network benefits or need help checking for out-of-network benefits, please reach out and we can discuss how it works.
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.
This Good Faith Estimate shows the costs of items and services that are reasonably expected for your health care needs for an item or service. The estimate is based on information known at the time the estimate was created. The Good Faith Estimate does not include any unknown or unexpected costs that may arise during treatment. You could be charged more if complications or special circumstances occur.
The number of sessions a person may need in psychotherapy can vary, depending on presenting issues and goals, or if the client decides it is time to discontinue counseling.
Tranquil Soul Counseling
221 Bridge Street, Suite 1
Charlevoix, MI 49720
(231) 486-5434
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