Joelle Fanciullo, MA, LCSW
For adults whose stress affects their bodies.
Virtually throughout NY, in-person in NYC.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Do you do online therapy?
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Yes, we'll meet online through a secure, confidential, HIPAA-compliant video conferencing platform.
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You can learn more here: Online Therapy Tips
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Can we meet in-person?
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Yes, I have an office in the West Village (NYC).
How often will we meet?
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Therapy sessions are generally once a week.
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During challenging times, we may meet more often.
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As we prepare to end therapy, we may meet less often.
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How long will therapy last?
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That is largely up to you, your needs, and your goals. My therapy style allows for us to focus on short-term and long-term issues as they arise in your life, and people often continue with me for several years.
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To use a car metaphor, you are in the driver's seat, while I act as your navigation/GPS - you can choose to slow down, speed up, change directions, or stop our journey at any time.
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Learn more about my approach here: What Happens in Therapy?
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Can I use my insurance?
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I'm an out-of-network healthcare provider.
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If you have a PPO or POS health insurance plan, you may be able to use your out-of-network benefits and get partially reimbursed for therapy charges (see below).
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Typical out-of-network benefits will reimburse 50-80% of therapy charges, after any yearly deductible is met.
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How do I find out if (or how much) I can get reimbursed?
- You'll need to contact your health insurance company (call the Member Services number listed on the back of your card or log in to their website), and ask them the following:
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"Do I have out-of-network coverage for outpatient psychotherapy?"
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"What is my deductible, and have I met it yet?"
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"What is my coinsurance?" (Coinsurance = % of the bill that will not be reimbursed after the deductible is met)
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How much does therapy cost?
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My current fee for individual, weekly 50-minute therapy sessions is $250**.
** About my fees:
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When working with me, you are not only paying for our time together in a therapy session. Your session fee also covers the work I do throughout the week to provide you with the quality of care you deserve, including:
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Email correspondence regarding administrative matters
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Coordination and collaboration with your other healthcare providers, as appropriate
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Brief phone calls in cases of mental health crisis
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Research, educational courses, and professional training
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Consultation with industry experts
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Record-keeping
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For anyone who cannot afford my full fee, I maintain a waiting list for reduced-fee therapy.