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I provide psychiatric evaluation, psychiatric med management, and psychotherapy for people over age 18 via video-conferencing. At our first appointment we will identify your needs, considering your mood, your medical and psychiatric history, and your family history. Together you and I will develop a treatment strategy that’s comfortable for you.
Your treatment plan may include:
I emphasize prevention and education as a means of minimizing your distress.
When prescribing medications, I attempt to use the fewest amount of medications as possible, at the lowest possible dose, for the shortest amount of time. I want you to make an informed decision about taking medication. I will take the time to educate you about what medications you might want to consider taking, why you might want to take them, and the benefits and risks of taking them. I will also give you non-prescription options to consider.
I am LGBTQ affirmative.
I honor your cultural, spiritual, political beliefs.
In my Telemedicine practice I do not treat:
Due to issues that can arise related to confidentiality, I do not provide care to both members of a couple in a romantic relationship. I will be happy to provide a list of other qualified providers.
You can participate in Telepsychiatry from the comfort and convenience of your own home or office. You can have continued care while traveling or on vacation. You have increased privacy, without needing to wait in an office reception room. You avoid traffic hassles and unnecessary gas and parking expenses.
Telepsychiatry is easy: All you need is a computer or smartphone and a good internet connection. Appointments occur over a HIPAA compliant video platform designed to protect your privacy.
An Initial Consultation is a comprehensive psychiatric and wellness evaluation. We will discuss your reasons for seeking treatment, your medical and psychiatric history, and other aspects of your life. We will then collaborate on treatment goals and recommendations.
Fees:
$250
Initial Consultation
(75 minutes)
Full sessions are also used to follow-up and monitor your response to treatment after your initial evaluation. Most patients who opt for full sessions do so because they provide time for in-depth psychotherapy. In addition to psychotherapy, full sessions can be used to evaluate your response to medications, lifestyle interventions, or to discuss any other concerns that may require additional time or support.
Fees:
$150
Full Session
(50 minutes)
Focus sessions are used to follow-up and monitor your response to treatment after your initial evaluation. They provide targeted follow-up such as medication management or brief supportive psychotherapy.
Fees:
$100
Focus Session
(25 minutes)
Payment is expected prior to the visit through the online patient portal. A credit card on file is required, as cancellations within 48 hours and no-shows are billed in full.
I am considered an “out of network provider.” I use a fee-for-service concierge model. I am able to render the care that you and I think is necessary, not what your insurance dictates. You will never be surprised by your bill and I will keep the cost to you as low as possible. I will provide superbills on request, which you may be able to submit to your insurance for reimbursement.
In return, you receive timely and exceptional care, direct access to me via phone, text, or email, and the ability to schedule same or next day appointments in many instances.
Yes, you can use your HSA card for these services.
1. Go here and complete the secure online Contact Form.
2. I will review it within 48 business hours and I will schedule a free 10 minute consultation telephone call.
3. We’ll go over any of your needs and questions, and we can then schedule an Initial Telepsychiatry appointment.
You can call Kate at: (865) 803-5255 or send a message online now.
TN: APN0000007583
WA: AP60938579
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