SERVICES

The first step is to connect over the phone for about 15 minutes. Here, we will briefly discuss the reasons for seeking treatment and, if appropriate, arrange a formal initial evaluation. 

It is important to know this phone call does not establish a doctor-patient relationship, nor is it designed to provide diagnostic or therapeutic information. 

This evaluation is a total of 90 minutes and can take place in one sitting or divided over two visits, 45-minutes each. In some cases, I may recommended splitting the evaluations this way to allow more of an opportunity to incorporate other sources of information (ie. more medical history from other doctors, collateral information from close contacts) in forming an initial impression, though it is not always necessary and would only be done with the patient's consent.

The purpose of the initial evaluation is to gather information to form a general diagnostic impression and recommendations for treatment. During sessions, patients can expect to discuss things such as their current symptoms, medical and mental health history, developmental and social history, as well as  treatment goals. Towards the end of the evaluation, we will discuss the initial diagnostic picture and recommendations for treatment, which includes deciding if we will continue to work with one another and establish a doctor-patient relationship. 

In some cases, it may be more beneficial for a patient to have specialized care that is different from the care that I provide. In these instances, we will discuss the rationale and recommendations, and appropriate referrals will be provided.

Completion of formal initial consultation is not a guarantee of future treatment. This relationship can be established after the initial evaluation if both parties agree to pursue treatment.

I am out-of-network and do not participate in any insurance panels.

Many patients have out-of-network benefits and may be eligible for reimbursement from their insurance companies. I provide a monthly superbill that patients can submit to their insurance companies for reimbursement. Reimbursement rates range from 0-100% of the cost of treatment. Please call your insurance company to verify out-of-network benefits.

If you would like to see a psychiatrist through your insurance, consider making an appointment through the UCLA Psychiatry Outpatient Clinic at 310-825-9989.

Initial Diagnostic Evaluations

90 mins (can be in 2 45-minute sessions) |  $700 |  due at time of service

Reproductive Psychiatry Consultations

90 mins (can be in 2 45-minute sessions) |  $700 |  due at time of service

Follow-up therapy or medication management appointments

45 mins |  $350 |  due at the end of each month

Note: Fees for telehealth visits are the same as in-person visits.

Visits can be canceled or rescheduled over one business day (24 hours) prior to the appointment without incurring a fee.    

Cancellations within one business day will incur half the visit fee. Missed appointments will  incur the full visit fee.