Question 1

How much do sessions cost?

Accepted Answer

90- Minute Initial Session :
     $200.00

55-Minute Counseling Session:
     $170.00

If you are using insurance to cover your services, then your individual plan will dictate your financial responsibility based on your contracted co-insurances or co-pays.

Payment for services, including co-insurances and co-pays, is due at time of service.

Question 2

Do you bill insurance?

Accepted Answer

I will submit claims to insurance for the following In-Network insurance providers:
     - Aetna
     - Allegiance
     - Blue Cross Blue Shield
     - Cigna
     - First Choice Health Plans
     - Medicare
     - Montana Medicaid
     - Mountain Health Co-op
     - PacificSource
     - United Behavioral Health.

**Please note that being In-Network with your  insurance plan does not guarantee payment for services and you are responsible for verifying your plan's coverage.

Question 3

What should I do if my insurance is out-of-network?

Accepted Answer

If your insurance is out-of-network, you will be treated as a self-pay client. Some insurance plans may reimburse you for out-of-network services or apply the expenses towards your out-of-pocket maximums. If you wish to self-submit to your insurance, I can provide superbills upon request.

Question 4

Do you offer new client consultations?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! I offer complimentary brief phone consultations to get to know each other before scheduling an initial appointment. You can reach out via the contact page on this website or call my office directly at (406) 350-6587 to arrange a consultation.

Question 5

How do I schedule?

Accepted Answer

You can either complete the contact form on this site or call Stredwick Counseling at:   (406) 350-6587.

Question 6

How is my privacy protected during sessions?

Accepted Answer

Yes, your privacy is protected during all sessions in compliance with HIPAA regulations. Exceptions include: - Risk of harm to yourself or others - Disclosure of current abuse or neglect of an elderly person, disabled person, or minor - Subpoena of records - Your written permission to share information with a specific individual. Stredwick Counseling requires a form on file for such disclosures.

Question 7

How long does therapy usually last?

Accepted Answer

The duration of therapy varies for each individual and situation. Some may find a few weeks sufficient, while others may benefit from ongoing support over months or years. It's best to view counseling as an open-ended process that evolves with your needs over time.

Question 8

How often will we meet?

Accepted Answer

It is common to meet weekly, though some people will need less support and others may need to meet multiple times a week.

The frequency of sessions is something that we will work together to set based on your specific situation and needs.

Question 9

Do you offer in-person or telehealth sessions?

Accepted Answer

At present, I only offer telehealth services. We will meet online through a secure and confidential platform.

Question 10

How are telehealth sessions conducted?

Accepted Answer

When you establish services with Stredwick Counseling you will be sent an email inviting you to complete a portal set-up through TherapyNotes.  This platform uses the camera and microphone on your computer, tablet, or smart phone to conduct the session.

This portal will allow you to access telehealth sessions, review contracts and documents, complete assessments, pay your bill, and also request changes to your demographic or billing information.

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