Frequently Asked Questions

When you partner with me, I am invested in you.

My commitment to you goes beyond our session time — I study relevant texts and seek out supportive resources with you in mind. I also attend advanced trainings and consultation groups led by highly qualified clinicians to ensure my skills meet your needs.

My rate is $225 per 50-minute weekly session.

If you’d like information about low-fee referrals and resources, please do reach out! You may also want to visit my Resources page.

We get started with a free 30-ish minute initial connection phone call or video meet-up to get a sense of our compatibility.

I’d love to hear from you to schedule our call! Just email me at ashley@ashleygregorytherapy.com or call me at 510-892-3524.

In the initial call, I’ll listen to what you’re looking for (and not looking for) in a therapist. I’ll speak to any concerns you might have and answer any questions you’d like attended to.

If we decide we’d like to move forward, we’ll get into more detail about our next steps, like deciding on a day and time to meet weekly, completing and reviewing a few forms before the first session, and setting up the payment process.

I am currently not a provider recognized by or coordinating with insurance companies.

It’s possible that your insurance company will reimburse you for some of your treatment costs with proof of a mental health diagnosis. I encourage you to check with your insurance to see if their coverage meets your financial needs.

Here are a few sample questions to ask your insurance provider before starting therapy:

• Do I have mental health insurance benefits?

• How much do I have to pay before insurance starts to pay? (AKA deductible)

• How many sessions per year is covered by my health insurance?

• What is the amount covered for each therapy session?

• Does my doctor have to approve my therapy?

Appointments with me are weekly. When you and I agree on a session time, this time will be reserved especially for you. We may also consider more frequent sessions if you would prefer.

Once you and I decide to practice together, we will co-create an intentional space. Everyone has a different speed at which a trusting relationship is built.

I find that I tend to work with folx in a long-term way because lasting change takes time.

On the inter-webs! I am located solely online. We will meet over a secure video link.

We may also decide to have some sessions securely by phone, depending on the circumstances.

Because I am licensed in the state of California, I am only able to see clients who are physically located in California.

The No Surprises Act requires health care providers, including psychotherapists, to provide an estimate of expected charges for medical services to people who don’t have insurance or who are not using their insurance to pay for services. This estimate is known as a “Good Faith Estimate” or a GFE.

This estimate is not a contract, it is a reflection of potential charges stating the rate per session and the frequency of sessions.

You have the right to receive a GFE explaining how much your medical and mental health care 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.

If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.

For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit cms.gov/nosurprises.

Regardless of the fact that I am a licensed “marriage and family therapist,” I do not offer psychotherapy for more than one person or children.

My practice is centered on individual therapy for folx 18 years old and older.