CHOICE

Clients who wish to stay in network may not always find a provider with whom they are comfortable, or who has experience dealing with the types of issues the client wishes to address in therapy or is a good personality fit. When you self-pay, you get to choose!

Privacy

When clients use insurance, therapists must attach a diagnosis to use insurance benefits. This diagnosis then becomes part of the client’s permanent medical record. For clients who wish to maintain privacy, and are uncomfortable with the number of people who have access to their medical record, they may opt to pay. Paying out of pocket means that therapists are not required to assign a mental health diagnosis or share medical information with anyone.

FlexibilitY

Just as insurance puts restrictions on therapists, it has, up to now, set restrictions for clients as well. When you pay for your own therapy, you decide how often and how long you need to go and when you’re finished.

Timeliness

Particularly in overstretched networks, clients may have to wait long periods of time to schedule therapy with a provider who accepts their insurance. In addition, some insurance companies require pre-authorizations which can further delay the scheduling of your appointment.

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Convenience

Paying out of pocket not only allows the client to see someone more quickly, but self-pay clients are often given the option of arranging more flexible session times, such as weekends or evenings.

Focus on YOU

Self-pay promotes a focus on your health and strengths rather than just on what’s wrong –insurance companies require that we give you a “mental illness diagnosis,” and this diagnosis is required to be disclosed on any subsequent insurance policies for which you may apply, including life insurance, and can prevent you from being able to obtain them.