Rates & Frequently Asked Questions

What is your session format & rates?

At Balance & Bloom, we offer in person therapy session in San Diego, California as well as virtually throughout California, Arizona, & Virginia so we can meet from the comfort of your home!

Individual Sessions are 50 min in length unless otherwise specified.

Couples & Family Sessions can either be 50 min or 90 min in length and will be discussed and scheduled accordingly ahead of time.

Clinical Supervision and Consultation sessions with Julia Malone are 60 min in length.

Therapy yields the most consistent results when started on a weekly basis. Therapists might also recommend stepping frequency up or down on a case-by-case basis.

Session rates range based off of the clinician’s experience and expertise. At our practice the rates range from $120-300. Please contact our admin, Tess, to inquire about specific clinicians and their rate.

You have the right to request a Good Faith Estimate under the No Surprises Act, and one will be provided to you upon request/upon scheduling.

Insurance Information

Like most specialty providers, I am an out-of-network provider and do not directly bill insurance for treatment. This means that all fees must be paid at the time of service by credit card. Paying out of pocket is a great option for those who want the maximum amount of include flexibility, privacy, and confidentiality.

Health insurance plans and benefits vary. If you are interested in using your health insurance, please call your insurance provider to inquire about reimbursement for out-of-network counseling services. At your request, I can provide you with a receipt at the end of each month, which you can submit to your insurance company for possible out-of-network coverage/reimbursement.

Can I use out-of-network benefits?

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 appropriate, I will provide a super bill each month that you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.

Below, you can use the Mentaya benefits checker to see if you are eligible!

Check to see if you have Out-Of-Network Benefits!

Balance & Bloom Therapy is not an in-network provider with any insurance companies.

However, did you know your insurance might still help cover the cost of therapy, even if we are not in-network? Many plans offer out-of-network benefits, which means you could get reimbursed for a portion of each session through Mentaya.

If you have OON benefits, use the Mentaya benefits checker to see if you are eligible.

It’s a great tool to use your benefits while still seeing the provider you choose, even if they don’t directly take your insurance.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes, we reserve a limited number of sliding scale spots. If you do not think you can afford the full fee, please don’t hesitate to contact us. If we’re unable to offer you a sliding scale spot, we would 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.

  • No, therapists can only provide services in the states they are licensed.

    Julia is licensed to work with residents of California, Arizona & Virginia.

    Sanam, Jacqueline, Andrea, and Sydney are licensed in California only.

  • Before scheduling a therapy session, we 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. You will get access to the Simple Practice portal and I will have you complete a couple of quick forms before our first session. You will be able to access our virtual sessions through this portal once we have scheduled the appointment.

  • The therapists at Balance and Bloom have a collaborative, non-judgmental, and relatable approach that will make getting started a bit easier. During our first session or two, we will ask you a bunch of questions to get a better picture of your life journey. We will listen to you 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, we are here to support you and will help you achieve the change and growth you are looking for.

  • We meet with the majority of our clients on a weekly basis. We ask that all new clients commit to meeting weekly for at-least the first month. This will allow us to start off on a strong foot, so you can start seeing progress right away. We may recommend that we increase or decrease the frequency of sessions to best meet your needs.

  • Our approach is collaborative and person centered so there is no one set of sessions needed. Many of my clients find that they’ve met their goals in 3-6 months and no longer need therapy. Other 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 process their thoughts and feelings each week.

Alright, I think I am ready!