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Sideline Psychology and Wellness PLLC

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN PERFORMANCE PSYCHOLOGY AND MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING SESSIONS?
    There is significant overlap in the scope of work, and the choice between performance psychology and mental health counseling is contingent on the client's specific needs. Some key distinctions include: Mental Health Counseling: Clients undergo a formal mental health diagnosis and concentrate on alleviating mental health symptoms and concerns. The client must be situated in the same state as the practicing clinician. I am currently credentialed with Aetna, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Cigna and Evernorth, Oscar Health, Oxford, and United Healthcare ​ Performance Psychology: Clients typically do not receive a formal mental health diagnosis and focus on areas such as motivation, goal setting, injury recovery, confidence, mental toughness, and other psychological skills. Clients can be located in any state, although insurance companies are unlikely to perceive the collaborative work as essential, making partial reimbursement for services improbable.
  • WHAT IS THE COST OF YOUR SERVICES?
    Initial Consultation Free of charge​ Individual Performance Session $195​.00 Individual Psychotherapy Session $175​.00 Team Performance Session $325​.00 Athletic Mindset Assessment $105​.00 Mental Performance Workshops $1000​.00
  • WHAT STATES DO YOU PRACTICE IN?
    Performance psychology services can be provided in all states, Canada, and other countries. Mental health counseling can be provided in states where the practicing clinician is licensed. Utah, California, Nevada, Oregon
  • WHICH INSURANCES DO YOU TAKE?
    For individual psychotherapy in California, Utah, and Nevada, I accept these following insurances: Aetna Cigna Oxford Oscar Health United Healthcare Blue Shield of California Anthem Blue Cross California Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Nevada
  • ARE SPORT AND PERFORMANCE PSYCHOLOGY SESSIONS COVERED UNDER INSURANCE?
    Sport and Performance Psychology sessions are generally not covered under insurance plans. We recommend checking with your insurance provider for any specific exceptions or additional coverage options
  • WHAT HAPPENS IF YOU DON'T TAKE MY INSURANCE?
    For private pay and out-of-network individuals. I work with Mentaya, a platform that helps clients get money back on out-of-network therapy sessions. To see if you qualify for reimbursement, you can use this link. If you qualify, Mentaya will file claims and handle the insurance paperwork to make sure you get reimbursed. They charge a 5% fee per claim and have helped people get thousands of dollars back per year. You can sign up using this link. Note: Mentaya's goal is to save you time and money. It's completely optional, and I do not benefit in any way from your participation.
  • DO YOU WORK WITH NON-ATHLETES?
    Sideline specializes in providing support and therapy for non-athletes, leveraging a unique background in Marriage and Family Therapy with an emphasis on individual work from a systematic lens. Our services are designed to support individuals in achieving their personal and professional goals, making Sideline a valuable resource for anyone seeking holistic development and support outside the realm of sports.
  • DO YOU OFFER CLINICAL SUPERVISION?
    Yes, I offer clinical supervision for Associate Marriage and Family Therapists (AMFTs), Associate Clinical Social Workers (ACSWs), and Clinical Mental Health Counselors (CMHCs). Supervision is available via telehealth for individuals in California, and both in-person and telehealth options are available for those in Utah. This support helps develop clinical skills, build confidence, and fulfill licensing requirements. Reach out for more details on eligibility and options.
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