1708 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 • 315 W. Ponce de Leon Ave, Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 565-4385 |
We know that the financial side of therapy can sometimes feel overwhelming or confusing, especially when you’re already carrying a lot. Our goal is to make this process as clear and straightforward as possible, so you can feel informed and supported as you take the next step. Therapy is also a meaningful investment in your mental health, relationships, and overall well-being—one that can create lasting change far beyond the therapy room.
Insurance & Self-Pay
We are please to share we a limited number of our therapists are now in-network with the following health insurance companies:
Aetna
Dr. Ed Delgado-Romero
Maria Laso
Beth Thomas
Pacific Source Health Plans
Dr. Sophia Aguirre
With the exception of Aetna and Pacific Source plans, all of our services are self-pay. We believe in being transparent about our fees and strive to make this information easily accessible.
Below is the general range of fees for services at the Aguirre Center. Specific rates vary by therapist based on their education level and years of experience and all of our therapists offer equity pricing options. To view a specific therapist’s fees, please visit their profile page.
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Initial Phone Consultation: Free (15-20 min)
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Intake Session: $200 - $300
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Individual Therapy Session: $150 - $225
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Couples/Relationship Therapy Session: $150 - $250
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Group Therapy Session: $50-$85
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Low Cost Therapy: $50 - $75 per session (Provided by Advanced Counseling Interns).
Payment is expected at the time of the session unless other arrangements have been made in advance. We accept Credit Cards, Debit Cards, HSA/FSA cards and cash payments are also accepted.
Equity Pricing
In our efforts to provide accessible services in accordance with our social justice values, for our self-pay clients, all of our therapists offer Equity Pricing (reduced fees) based on financial need. In addition, we have doctoral-level counseling interns who provide low-cost services ($50-$75).
We will work collaboratively with you to set a fee for services that meets both your needs and honors the clinical experience & expertise of our therapists. We do not ask for any proof of income, but we do ask you to consider the following points which take into account income as well the impact that marginalized identities may have on financial privilege and access to resources.
Consider Paying Full Fee if You:
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Have it in your capacity to sustain the costs and value of these services
- You are able to comfortably meet all of your basic needs
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You/your household have steady income that sustains you
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Have investments, retirement accounts, or inherited money
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Have access to family money and resources in times of need
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Work part time by choice or are not employed by choice
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Have multiple streams of income
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Have a relatively high degree of earning power due to level of education, gender, and racial privilege, class background, etc.
Consider Paying Reduced Fee if You:
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Want to make therapy a financial priority but you have financial constraints
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Frequently stress about meeting your basic needs and may not always achieve them
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Have significant debt
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Have very limited financial income
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Receive public assistance
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Have immigration-related expenses
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Are an unpaid community organizer
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Are in re-entry and have been denied work due to incarceration history
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Have unstable housing or unstable transportation
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Cannot afford vacations or have inability to take time off without financial burden
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Are a single parent or single income family due to life circumstances
We know that finances can be a vulnerable and sometimes stressful part of seeking therapy. Our goal is to work with you openly and collaboratively to find a fee that feels sustainable, accessible, and respectful of both your needs and the care you deserve. If you’re ready to take the next step, we invite you to reach out for a free 15-minute consultation so we can help you explore your options and find the right fit.
Insurance Reimbursement
With the sole exception of Pacific Source & Aetna health plans, our services are self-pay and we DO NOT bill health insurance and are considered as out-of-network.
For our self-pay services, payment is due at the time of each session. If you have out-of-network benefits, we’re happy to provide a superbill for you to submit to your insurance for possible reimbursement. Please note that coverage varies, so we strongly recommend contacting your insurance provider before your first session to verify your out-of-network mental health benefits.
To find out if you have out of network benefits and what portion of our fees they may cover, please contact your insurance company directly. When speaking with your insurance company, you will want to ask them the following questions:
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What are my “out-of-network” outpatient mental health insurance benefits?
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What is my deductible and how much of it have I met?
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Is it possible to meet with a provider that I choose and submit receipts for reimbursement?
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What is the process for seeking reimbursement?
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Are there any limitations on how many services a year that will be covered?
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What is the coverage amount per therapy session (CPT codes: 90837 (55 min) or 90834 (45 min))?
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How long will it take to get my reimbursement?
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Do I need a referral from a primary care physician?
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Do my benefits cover telehealth services (online counseling)?
We also recommend the Reimburisfy App which can assist you in submitting claims to your health insurance provider.