Neuroaffirming Therapy
Psychotherapy Fees
Side Quest Psychotherapy is a private-pay practice. All fees are paid at the time of service. We accept all major credit cards, HSA cards, and FSA cards.
We use an equity-based tiered model — not a traditional sliding scale. You choose the rate that fits your current capacity. No paperwork, no proof of hardship, no interrogation. Each tier receives the same quality of care, the same clinical attention, and the same therapeutic relationship.
In accordance with the federal No Surprises Act, clients have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate outlining the expected cost of services. A Good Faith Estimate will be provided upon request and/or prior to scheduled services as required for self-pay services.
SESSION FEES
Select The Tier That Fits Your Current Financial Capacity
At this time, our Accessible fee slots are full. We know cost can be a real barrier to care, and we're sorry we're unable to offer a reduced fee right now. We hope you're able to find the support you need.
| Accessible |
Standard
most common
|
Pay-It-Forward | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard session (55 min) | $185 | $255 | $325 |
| Standard session (45 min) | $175 | $245 | $315 |
| Focused session (30 min) | $135 | $170 | $205 |
| Intensive session (70–90 min) | $290 | $395 | $500 |
| Parent/caregiver consultation (50 min) | $185 | $255 | $325 |
| Family/couples session (50 min) | $195 | $275 | $345 |
| Initial intake | $225 | $300 | $375 |
TIER SELECTION
How To Choose Your Tier
Most clients select the Standard Rate, and some choose to Pay It Forward so others can access care at the Accessible Rate. There’s no right or wrong answer here — and no one is checking your work. This guide exists to help you reflect on your current financial position, not to gatekeep access. If you plan to submit superbills for out-of-network reimbursement, you can factor that potential reimbursement into your decision.
| Consider the Accessible Rate if you... | Consider the Standard Rate if you... | Consider the Pay-It-Forward Rate if you... |
|---|---|---|
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→frequently stress about meeting basic needs
→are unemployed, underemployed, or rely on public assistance
→have little to no savings or expendable income
→can't afford time off without real financial consequences
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→consistently meet your basic needs, even if money is sometimes tight
→are employed and have access to healthcare
→have some savings and some expendable income
→can take an occasional vacation without it being a hardship
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→meet all your basic needs comfortably and without stress
→have savings, expendable income, and reliable access to healthcare
→own your home or rent at the higher end of the market
→can take annual vacations or time off without financial concern
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Inspired by the Green Bottle Method
The Accessible Rate is not a discount — it’s a community-based way to keep care reachable while honoring the labor that goes into it. If you rely on SSDI, Medicaid, or similar benefits, reach out before booking so we can explore what’s possible together.
AFFORDABILITY POLICY
If Cost Becomes a Barrier
There’s no shame in that conversation. If the cost of therapy ever starts to feel like a source of stress rather than a path to support, we’d rather talk about it than have you quietly stop showing up.
Depending on your situation, options may include adjusting your pricing tier, exploring whether a different service or session format might be a better fit, or — if needed — connecting you with trusted colleagues whose fees may work better for where you are financially right now.
Our priority is that you get the care you need in a way that’s genuinely sustainable — not support held together by financial stress.
CANCELLATION POLICY
No-Shows & Late-Cancellations
Your session time is held specifically for you. When you cancel with less than 48 hours’ notice — or don’t show up — that time can’t be offered to someone else who may be waiting for support. For that reason, cancellations made less than 48 hours before your scheduled session are charged at your full session fee, regardless of tier.
This applies to no-shows as well. We know that life is unpredictable, and we’re not here to penalize you for it. If something genuinely unexpected comes up, reach out directly — we can talk through it. What we’re not able to do is absorb last-minute gaps without notice on a routine basis.
If you find yourself frequently needing to cancel, that’s worth exploring together — sometimes it’s logistics, sometimes it’s something the work itself needs to address.
SUPERBILLS FOR INSURANCE
Out-of-Network Reimbursement & Superbills
If your insurance plan includes out-of-network mental health benefits, you may be eligible for partial reimbursement of session costs. We can provide a superbill — a detailed receipt you submit directly to your insurer. Reimbursement rates vary by plan and typically cover 50–80% of session fees, depending on your deductible and benefits.
Insurance companies require a mental health diagnosis to process a claim. We’re happy to explain what that means and what it does — and doesn’t — obligate before we begin. Some clients prefer to pay privately to avoid having a diagnosis in their medical record, which is worth considering if confidentiality is a priority.
Ask your insurance provider whether they cover these CPT codes:
When insurance is denying your care team
Our clients often work with a whole care team. If insurance is denying your dietitian's medical nutrition therapy services, IFEDD's free Appeal Letter Generator is worth knowing about.
ADDITIONAL FEES
Administrative & Out-of-Office Services
Some services fall outside of standard therapy sessions and are billed separately,
“Investing in your mental health is the infrastructure everything else in your life is built on.”
Ready to get started?
Your brain deserves a good match. Book a free 15-minute consultation — we’ll talk through fit, fees, and what working together could actually look like.