Emily Pettengill, MA, LMHC/LCPC
Therapist & Practice Owner
Accepting clients in ME & MA
Like most specialty providers, I do not participate in any insurance plans. Paying out-of-pocket is a great option for people who want maximum privacy, confidentiality, and flexibility.
All sliding scale spots are currently full.
Rates for Services
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I charge $200 per 50-minute session.
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Each 90 minute session is $75.
When signing up for group therapy, there is a $75 registration fee that secures your spot in the group and includes a 60 minute 1-on-1 intake session. -
I charge $200 per 50-minute session.
At this time, I am only accepting clients interested in Online Therapy who are open to camera-off therapy sessions via phone call or audio-only.
I offer this option for many of my clients who need a break from the camera during their workday. I encourage them to take the session walking, stretching, or doing something off-camera and away from the screen while we have the session. I too am usually walking or stretching, due to the chronic back pain I suffer from as a result of too much sitting. If this option meets your needs, feel free to fill out an audio-only telehealth inquiry form.
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Please inquire for pricing regarding therapeutic workshops or take a look at the current workshops being offered and the rates listed.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Emily Hope Counseling is an out-of-network provider and does not accept insurance.
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Yes of course! If you have out-of-network insurance benefits, you are welcome to use them.
All of my clients are automatically provided superbills on the 1st of every month so that you can coordinate reimbursements with your insurance company directly.
I can also submit claims on your behalf via a company called Thrizer (which may require a small transaction fee).
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Yes! On the 1st of the month, clients automatically receive a special receipt called a “superbill.”
Superbills are special receipts that insurance companies require to verify that you attended sessions and already paid for them. You can usually submit superbills to your health insurance’s online portal and receive anywhere from 40-80% reimbursement of the sessions.
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If you have out-of-network benefits, your insurance company will typically reimburse you for 60-80% of the cost of each session after you’ve met your deductible.
Use the calculator (scroll down) to get an instant estimate of your OON coverage, including your deductible and amount remaining on deductible, as well as an estimated reimbursement amount post-deductible.
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Your out-of-network benefits are usually pretty straightforward to use. We have two options:
On the 1st of the month, I will automatically provide you with a monthly superbill that you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement. You will be responsible for paying for each session in full at time of appointment and receive reimbursements directly from your insurance company.
Through my partnership with a company, Thrizer, I can submit claims to your insurance company on your behalf for a small fee. After you meet your deductible, you can decide whether or not you want to pay for our sessions in full. You have the option to either pay in full and wait for reimbursement or simply pay your co-insurance. Thrizer can cover the rest of our session cost for you while they wait for reimbursement from your insurance company.
We can discuss these options in more detail on an intro call and see what works best for you!
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Yes! I accept payment via debit card, credit card, or HSA/FSA card at the end of each session.
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I offer 2 sliding scale slots in my schedule, and both are currently full.
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Before scheduling a therapy session, I make sure to have a free 15 minute intro call with all potential new clients. This gives us the chance to get to know each other. Here’s what you can expect:
I’ll ask you about why you’re seeking therapy
I’ll tell you a bit about myself and my approach as a therapist
You can ask me any questions that I didn’t cover
We’ll talk about rates, scheduling availability, where to meet, etc.
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I meet with the majority of my clients on a weekly or bi-weekly basis.
I do not offer monthly sessions.
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I disclose information about the location of Walk & Talk therapy sessions to serious inquiries only when we have our 15-minute inquiry call.
This is a safety precaution to protect my client’s confidentiality. Thank you for understanding.
Benefits Calculator
Not sure if you have out-of-network benefits?
Use the calculator below and get an instant answer to your benefits questions. Get information on your benefits, remaining deductible, and reimbursement rates.
Good Faith Estimate Notice
You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical and mental health care will cost.
Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the expected charges for medical services, including psychotherapy services.
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 health care 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 www.cms.gov/nosurprises.