Frequently Asked Questions

At Haus of Mental Health Counseling, we offer high-quality, compassionate care and a space where things finally make sense. Our therapists bring a blend of professionalism and genuine human connection—humor, understanding, education, structure, and reliability.

We show up authentically. We meet you where you are. And we are here when you’re ready.

Haus of Mental Health Counseling offers virtual and in-person sessions for clients located within New York State.

• Individual Therapy: 45–55 minutes

• EMDR-AF Sessions: May be extended up to 90 minutes. An additional fee applies after the 60-minute mark.

• Couples Therapy: Meets weekly unless out-of-pocket.

• Parent Training: 45-minute sessions (out-of-pocket only).

• Therapy is encouraged to begin weekly for consistency and progress.

• Specialized packages may be available; pricing is subject to change.

Rates vary based on clinician training, experience, and specialty. Fees are subject to change.

Foundational Rates

• Intake Session: $125

• Weekly Sessions: $88

• Every 2 Weeks: $115

• Every 3 Weeks: $150

Additional Billing Notes:

• A 4% invoice billing fee is applied to all sessions.

• You may request a Good Faith Estimate under the No Surprises Act at any time.

• Superbills are available for out-of-network benefits with a $15 service charge.

• Therapist-specific foundational rates may differ from the posted range.

Additional Services

• Letters and documentation: $110

Yes, only for clients who meet medical necessity criteria.
We are currently in-network with:

• Aetna

• Anthem

• BlueCross BlueShield

• Carelon Behavioral Health

• Cigna / Evernorth

• Excellus BCBS

• Meritain

• Oxford

• UnitedHealthcare (UHC | UBH)

If we are not in-network with your plan, we encourage contacting your insurer and asking:

1. Does my plan include out-of-network mental health coverage?

2. What is my annual deductible for mental health?

3. What is my co-insurance percentage?

4. Is there a session limit per year?

5. How do I submit a superbill for reimbursement?

Therapy is individual, and duration varies by client. Haus of Mental Health Counseling provides a structured framework to help clients understand the process, but timelines are flexible and can be extended as needed.

A typical therapy progression may include:

• Weekly sessions during the beginning phase

• Transitioning to sessions every 2 weeks

• Then every 3 weeks

• Eventually moving into maintenance or as-needed care

Clients may attend therapy for months or years, take breaks, and return at any time. If a client has not attended a session within 3 months, we will reach out to discuss case closure. Any returning client simply completes a new intake session.

We value communication and encourage clients to email updates or check-ins as needed.

Medical Necessity

As part of our transparent and ethical practice, we help clients understand whether their needs meet criteria for using insurance. Insurance can only be used when therapy addresses a mental health condition identifiable through the DSM-5. This includes:

• Symptoms causing clinically significant distress or impairment

• Symptoms meeting duration/frequency requirements

• Clear, measurable treatment goals

• Risk of symptoms worsening without treatment

• Consistent weekly or biweekly sessions

• Outpatient therapy being the appropriate level of care

Clients who meet medical necessity may use any of the insurances credentialed under our practice.

Problems in Living (Non–Medical Necessity)

Insurance cannot be used when an assessment does not identify a diagnosable mental health condition. These clients may still benefit greatly from therapy as part of their overall well-being, but sessions will be out-of-pocket.

“Problems in living” may include:

• Symptoms that do not meet DSM-5 criteria

• Communication skills

• Therapy as self-care

• Self-esteem or confidence building

• Emotional support, stress management, or venting

• Validation and gentle confrontation

• Problem-solving and life transitions

• Sessions more than once per week

• Couples therapy when neither partner meets diagnostic criteria

• Psychoeducation (parent training, attachment-focused work)

• Relationship challenges: communication issues, anger management, boundaries, burnout, family tension, emotional triggers, nervous system regulation

Problems in living clients can still experience significant personal transformation—therapy simply serves as self-improvement rather than insurance-based medical treatment.