In some cases you may be eligible to use out-of-network insurance benefits. You will be responsible for paying for each session in full at time of appointment.

If you have out-of-network benefits, they typically will reimburse you for 60-80% of the cost of each session. Every insurance company is different and it is best to call ahead of time if you have question about reimbursement.

Your out-of-network benefits are usually pretty straightforward to use. Most insurance companies have you upload your monthly superbill online (it’ll be sent to you on the 1st of each month) and then they will mail you a check with your reimbursement.

It’s always a good idea to call the number on the back of your health insurance card listed under Member Services.

Yes, I reserve a limited number of sliding scale spots in my schedule. If you do not think you can afford my full fee, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

If I’m unable to offer you a sliding scale spot, I’d be happy to offer referrals to trusted clinicians in the area.

If you’re hoping to find an in-network provider, www.psychologytoday.com is a great resource

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.

If we both decide we're a good fit after our intro call, we'll schedule our first therapy appointment. I'll send you a couple of quick forms to complete before our first session. If we are meeting via telehealth, I will send you a link for our video calls that you can use every week.

As a Therapist, I have a collaborative, non-judgmental, and relatable approach that will make getting started a bit easier. During our first session or two, I'll ask you a bunch of questions to get a better picture of your life journey and relationship. I will listen without judgment. We will come up with goals together of what you hope to accomplish in therapy. During therapy, you'll have an opportunity to vent, gain perspective and new insights, learn to challenge your thoughts, receive feedback, and develop and practice new coping skills. Sometimes therapy can be tough work, and sometimes it is fun and full of laughter. Either way, I am here to support you and will help you achieve the change and growth you are looking for.

I meet with the majority of my clients on a weekly basis. I ask that all new clients commit to meeting weekly, for at least the first 6 weeks. This will allow us to start off on a strong foot, so you can start seeing progress right away.

I may recommend that we increase or decrease the frequency of sessions to best meet your needs.

My approach is solutions-focused. This means you won’t have to be in therapy forever. Many of my couples have met their goals in 20 sessions.

I also have clients who choose to remain in therapy for much longer; they have seen improvements and still really enjoy having ongoing support and a place to continue to challenge and grow their relationship.

Effective Date: 12/18/24

Your Privacy is Important

This Notice of Privacy Practices ("Notice") describes how LoveME Therapy may use and disclose your Protected Health Information (PHI) and how you can access your PHI in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) and applicable Maine state laws. Please review it carefully.

You have certain rights regarding your PHI. These include the right to access and obtain a copy of your health records, request corrections to your records if you believe they are inaccurate or incomplete, and ask for confidential communications or specific ways we communicate with you. You can also request restrictions on how your PHI is used or disclosed for treatment, payment, or healthcare operations, request a list of certain disclosures of your PHI, and obtain a paper or electronic copy of this Notice at any time. If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you can file a complaint with us or the Office for Civil Rights at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

We are required to maintain the privacy and security of your PHI, notify you promptly if a breach occurs that may compromise the privacy or security of your information, and follow the terms of this Notice. We will not use or disclose your information other than as described here unless you authorize us in writing.

We may use or disclose your PHI for treatment, payment, and healthcare operations. This includes providing, coordinating, or managing your healthcare, obtaining payment for services provided to you, and performing administrative, legal, and quality improvement activities. We may also disclose your PHI to comply with federal, state, or local laws; to prevent or control disease; report abuse or neglect; address public health and safety issues; respond to subpoenas or court orders; and, under certain circumstances, for research purposes with appropriate safeguards. Other uses of your PHI will require your written authorization, which you can revoke at any time.

Maine state law provides additional protections for certain types of health information, including behavioral health and substance use treatment records. Disclosures of this information require your written consent unless otherwise permitted by law.

We reserve the right to change this Notice and make the new provisions effective for all PHI we maintain. The revised Notice will be available on our website and upon request.

If you have questions or need more information, please contact us. You can reach us via email at amber@love-me-therapy.com, or visit our website at https://www.love-me-therapy.com/.

Your privacy and well-being are a prioritiy.