Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy

FAQs

  • Currently, I do not take insurance, Medicare, or Medicaid.

    However, I can provide a Superbill. If you have out-of-network coverage with your insurer, a Superbill can be used to submit a claim for possible reimbursement.

    Please check with your insurance carrier about “Out of Network” (OON) coverage.

  • Individual sessions:

    • $150 for 55 minutes

    • $225 for 85 minutes

    Couples and family sessions:

    • $175 for 55 minutes

    • $250 for 85 minutes

    Fees for groups, workshops, and couples intensives are available upon request.

  • Yes. I believe finances shouldn’t be a barrier to receiving mental health care. I offer a limited number of sliding-scale spots for clients who may benefit from a reduced rate. Availability is limited, so please reach out if you’d like to learn more about current options.

  • I offer in-person sessions to those who live in Austin, TX, and an online or telehealth option for anyone in Texas.

    I offer secure telehealth sessions to clients throughout Texas, making therapy accessible whether you're at home, traveling, or unable to attend in person. Online therapy can be a helpful option for individuals, couples, and families who value the flexibility and convenience of meeting virtually.

  • You don't have to be in crisis or have everything figured out before starting therapy. Sometimes, simply feeling stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or curious about why you keep responding to situations in the same way can be enough reason to reach out. Therapy can offer a space to slow down, better understand yourself, and explore what you want to be different.

  • Before scheduling a therapy session, I do a free 15-minute intro call with all potential new clients. This gives us the chance to get to know each other. Here’s what you can expect.

    • I’ll ask you about why you’re seeking therapy

    • I’ll tell you a bit about myself and my approach as a therapist

    • You can ask me any questions that I didn’t cover

    • We’ll talk about rates, insurance, availability, etc.

    You can schedule an initial consultation through my Sessions Health portal calendar.

  • I’m glad to hear you think so!

    Go ahead and schedule a free 15-minute consultation in my calendar on Sessions Health . During the call we will work out a time for our first session.

    In our first session, I’ll spend some time getting to know you, learning about your history, and talking about what you hope to work toward in therapy. At the end of our session, I’ll check in about how you’re feeling, answer any questions you may have, and talk about whether I feel I’m a good fit to support you. If it feels like a good fit for both of us, we’ll choose a regular session time and begin our work together.

    From there, we'll work together to explore patterns, build awareness, and develop tools that feel relevant to your life. My goal isn't to tell you what you should do, but to help you better understand yourself and feel more confident in your ability to navigate what you're facing.

    You can also send an email requesting a consultation or to ask any questions to: wetalk@anniedahmtherapy.com

Benefits of
Private Pay Therapy

What is Private Pay Therapy?
Choosing private-pay therapy means you’re paying for your sessions directly rather than using insurance. This option can offer greater flexibility, confidentiality, and privacy. Here are a few things to consider:

  1. Greater flexibility in scheduling: Private pay therapy does not typically limit the number of sessions you can attend based on insurance benefits or authorization requirements. You and your therapist can determine the frequency of sessions based on your needs and goals.

  2. Greater privacy: When you choose not to use insurance, your therapy information is not submitted to an insurance company for reimbursement.

  3. Your diagnosis remains private from your insurance company: Because you are not submitting claims to insurance, any diagnosis and other clinical information are not shared with an insurance company for the purpose of obtaining reimbursement.

  4. Potential tax benefits: Depending on your circumstances, you may be able to deduct qualifying therapy expenses as medical expenses on your federal income tax return. Consider consulting a tax professional to determine whether this applies to you.

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