Initial Consultation
Research shows that therapy is effective in the context of a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship. It is essential to find a therapist that you feel is compatible with you. Please feel free to contact me for a 20 minute phone consultation, so we can decide if we would like to begin working together.
Duration of Treatment
How long you stay in therapy depends on your specific goals, the complexity of your situation, and the progress you achieve. Some people notice an improvement in their situation after several sessions, while some people prefer a more open-ended format. Whether you are interested in short-term or long-term therapy, we will evaluate the effectiveness of our work together on an ongoing basis.
Scheduling
I typically meet with clients on a weekly basis. Most sessions are 50 or 75 minutes in length. The frequency and length of session are flexible depending on your specific needs.
I reserve some biweekly (every other week) slots in my schedule to accommodate clients with scheduling conflicts, financial concerns, and/or less interest in depth psychotherapy approaches. Before meeting every other week, I recommend weekly sessions for the first few months. In my experience it can take between 8 to 12 sessions to establish our therapeutic relationship, as well as identify your issues and concerns (in the context of your patterns), organizing beliefs, thought processes, relationships with significant others (current and historical), and overall goals.
Cancellation Policy
A scheduled appointment means that time is reserved for only you. If you need to cancel an appointment, please notify me as soon as possible. A full session fee is charged for missed appointments or cancellations with less than a 48-hour notice.
Sayun Scotton, MA, MFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Therapy and Counseling Downtown Los Angeles | Pasadena
Payment + Fees
50 minute session: $120
One and a half sessions/75 minutes: $180
For those with financial contraints, please let me know. I offer some reduced fee slots.
Longer sessions are generally reserved for couples therapy, EMDR, Voice Dialogue, and/or biweekly appointments.
Payment can be made by check or cash at the start of each appointment.
Group Psychotherapy
My rate for group therapy varies depending on the group. Meetings last 80 minutes and are held weekly or biweekly. At this time, I am not running any groups, however, if you would like to be placed my mailing list, please contact me.
PPO Insurance
If you have a PPO health plan, services may be covered in full or in part by your health insurance carrier. You will need to check with your plan to see if they reimburse for services rendered by an "out-of-network Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist."
Also, please verify 1) the coverage 2) deductible amount and 3) whether there is a specific number of sessions per calendar year. Your insurance company representative may want to know the CPT code. The CPT codes are 90806 for a 50-minute individual psychotherapy session, and 90808 for a 75-minute individual psychotherapy session. The CPT code for conjoint (couples)/family psychotherapy is 90847.
I can provide you with a monthly superbill form (which indicates dates, charges paid, CPT codes, and diagnosis for services) that you can then submit to your insurance company for possible reimbursement. Please keep in mind that most insurance carriers require a mental health disorder to qualify for coverage and reimbursement.
Pasadena and Los Angeles Therapy and Counseling 323 | 878 - 5588
Pasadena location :: 1191 E. Walnut St, #103, Pasadena, CA 91106 sayunscotton@gmail.com
Downtown LA location :: 714 W. Olympic Blvd, # 929, Los Angeles, CA 90015 (323) 878-5588
