Michele Forte PhD, LCSW
Fees and Policies
Fees and Billing
$100 per 60-minute session, paid at the time of service. I do not accept insurance directly, but am happy to provide a superbill for clients who wish to seek reimbursement.
How does telehealth work?
I utilize encrypted video software to facilitate confidential counseling from your own location. Phone sessions are also available if that's a better fit for you.
Good Faith Estimate
You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate of what your services may cost. For more information, see the Notice of Privacy Practices and No Surprises Act / Good Faith Estimate Notice.
Notice of Privacy Practices (NPP)
Notice of Privacy Practices This notice describes how medical information about you may be used and disclosed, and how you can access this information. Please review it carefully. I am required by law to maintain the privacy of your protected health information (PHI), to provide you with this notice describing my legal duties and privacy practices, and to notify you in the event of a breach of your unsecured PHI. Uses and Disclosures of Health Information I may use or disclose your PHI for purposes of treatment, payment, and healthcare operations, including consultation with other professionals when necessary for your care. I will not disclose your information to any other party without your written authorization, except where required by law, such as: • Suspected abuse or neglect of a child, elderly, or dependent adult • Situations involving imminent risk of harm to yourself or others • Court orders or legal proceedings requiring disclosure • Health oversight activities, such as licensing board investigations Your Rights You have the right to: • Request a copy of your health records • Request corrections to your health records • Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures of your information • Request confidential communication by an alternative method or location • Receive a paper copy of this notice at any time • File a complaint if you believe your privacy rights have been violated, without fear of retaliation Changes to This Notice I reserve the right to change this notice and its terms. Any revised notice will be provided to current clients and made available upon request. Contact If you have questions about this notice or wish to exercise any of the rights described above, please contact me directly at [email/phone]. Effective Date: [date]
No Surprises Act / Good Faith Estimate Notice
Healthcare providers are required to give patients who are not using insurance an estimate of the expected charges for services. Under the No Surprises Act, you have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate explaining how much your therapy services will cost. • You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency healthcare services, including psychotherapy services. • You can ask your healthcare provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule a service, or at any time during treatment. • If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you have the right to dispute the bill. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 1-800-985-3059. If you would like a Good Faith Estimate for your individual course of treatment, please contact me directly.
Complimentary Consultation
Please contact me for a complimentary 15-minute consultation to discuss your needs.