Mindpruner making new connections

Common Issues that we treat:

• Stress Management
• College Readiness
• Life Transitions
• Substance Abuse
• Depression and Anxiety
• Mood and Emotion Regulation
• Parenting Guidance
• Family of Origin Issues
• ADHD/ Executive Functioning
• School and Work Issues
• Social Anxiety
• Grief and Loss
• Trauma

Groups ~

• Hiking groups for teens and older adolescents/young adults.

Speaking Engagements ~

• School sponsored workshops for middle and high school students and their parents.

Why Mindpruner?

We embody a humanistic stance and firmly believe that most insight comes from the client, which can be elicited from the therapeutic relationship. While we value exploring and unpacking insight, we don’t see this as an effective means for long-lasting change in and of itself. “Talk” therapy must be balanced with directives, i.e. strategies to be routinely practiced outside of sessions.

How much does therapy cost?

• Intake (60min): $225
• Individual Therapy (50min): $200
• Family Therapy (50min): $200
• Coaching (50 min): $200

Do you take insurance?

At this time, Mindpruner is not in-network with any insurance carriers. However, as a licensed mental health professional provider, all services provided (excluding coaching) are reimbursable by insurance plans on an out-of-network basis. The amount of reimbursement varies from plan to plan, and it is suggested that you contact your insurance company to determine benefits. If you are uninsured, you have a right to a good faith estimate of the costs of medical services.(PDF) For more information, visit cms.gov/nosurprises or call (301) 389-2140.

Can I use my health insurance to pay for visits?

Absolutely! All health insurance plans cover mental health visits to varying degrees. We will provide you with a receipt called a "Superbill" that you can use to submit to your insurance plan for reimbursement. We encourage you to contact your insurance company prior to your visit so to learn about the benefits of your specific plan.

Do you use evidence-based interventions?

Yes – Mindpruner utilizes an array of evidence-based interventions, such as EMDR, hypnosis, CBT and DBT.

How long can I expect to be in therapy?

While this will depend on the person, one can typically expect to be in therapy from anywhere from a few months to a few years, and the frequency of meetings can fluctuate overtime. Mindpruner is flexible in the sense that we recognizes that needs change over time. One will maximize the benefits from Mindpruner by consistently and diligently applying the strategies and concepts discussed in sessions. Mindpruner prides itself on balancing collaboration with direction – goals for treatment will be established in the beginning, and can be adjusted or fine-tuned throughout the course of treatment.

Can I do both in-person and virtual sessions?

Mindpruner offers both in-person and virtual sessions. We will work with you to determine what format makes the most sense.

Important ~

Mindpruner has a 24 hour cancellation policy. Please reach out via email or phone to cancel your appointment any time prior to 24 hours of the scheduled appointment time. Appointments not cancelled before 24 hours will be billed at the full amount of the appointment.