CHAO ZHAO
ART THERAPY
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between traditional talk therapy and art therapy? Do we talk in the session?
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Art therapy adds the art-making process and healing elements to traditional talk therapy. So we talk!
What's marriage family therapy? Do I need to be talking about marriage stuff?
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Marriage Family Therapists are trained to support an individual or a couple through the lens of family system, dynamics, and interactions. It's all relationship! So, no, you don't need to.
What age group do you work with?
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I'm mainly working with millennials and anyone between 18-45.
Can I use my insurance? How do I pay?
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If you have the following insurance, you can call your insurance first, give them my name and info, and confirm the part of the co-pay you need to cover.
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Accepting insurance: Cigna, Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross California, United Healthcare, Kaiser Permanente of Northern CA Medicare Advantage, Kaiser Permanente of Northern CA.
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You can also pay with a major credit card, cash, HSA, or FSA. Payment will be processed at the end of the day when the session is rendered.
What is the fee for therapy?
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$195 for individual
$225 for couple/family
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If cost is a factor in keeping you from getting therapy, please contact me individually. I may have limited spots on the sliding scale.
Can I pay out of pocket first and get reimbursed later?
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Absolutely! Feel free to reach out. I will provide you with a monthly super bill--a receipt for reimbursement.