Rates and payment
Choosing Hope is self-pay, which means sessions are paid directly rather than billed to insurance. Our rates are listed below with the policies that go with them, so you know what to expect before you reach out.
Individual therapy
For adults 18 and over. Therapy starts with an initial intake assessment, where we get to know you and your goals, followed by regular sessions.
- Initial intake assessment (first session)
- $155
- Follow-up sessions
- $125per session
Couples and family therapy
For partners and family members. Therapy starts with an initial intake assessment, followed by regular sessions.
- Initial intake assessment (first session)
- $225
- Follow-up sessions
- $165per session
Sliding scale
We believe quality mental health care should be accessible to those who need it. We keep a limited number of reduced-fee spots for individuals, couples, and families facing true financial hardship, and for full-time college students.
- Reduced rates for individuals, couples, and families
- Call us at (516) 206-2028 or fill out our contact form.
- The individual sliding scale applies to follow-up sessions. The intake session stays at the standard rate.
- To qualify for an individual sliding scale spot, we ask for proof of income, such as a recent pay stub or tax return.
- Once we agree on a reduced rate, it stays the same for 6 months. After that, we briefly review your situation together to see if the reduced rate is still needed.
- For couples and families, reduced rates are based on combined household income.
Psychoeducation groups
Four-week virtual groups, offered in separate English and Spanish cohorts. You can choose:
- Full 4-week series, paid upfront
- $160works out to $40 per session
- Single-session pass
- $45per session
- The full series reserves your seat for all four sessions.
- The single-session pass works well for trying the group or attending specific topics.
- Group fees are non-refundable for missed sessions. If a group does not reach 3 participants 48 hours before it starts, you receive a full refund or can move to the next cohort.
Immigration psychological evaluations
Because these evaluations require specialized clinical assessments and detailed legal documentation, they are billed at a flat rate. Contact us with a few details about your case and we will share the rate and next steps.
- Immigration psychological evaluation
- Flat rate. Contact us for a quote.
Good Faith Estimate
Because we are self-pay, you have the right to a written Good Faith Estimate of your expected charges before you begin. Read about your right to a Good Faith Estimate.
Payment policy
Payment is due in full before the start of each scheduled session. If you have questions about rates, the sliding scale, or which option fits you best, we are happy to help.
Common questions
Do you take insurance?
Choosing Hope operates on a self-pay basis, so sessions are paid directly rather than billed to insurance. We offer a limited number of sliding scale spots. See our pricing page for details.
Do you offer a sliding scale?
Yes. We keep a limited number of reduced-fee spots for people facing financial hardship and for full-time college students. Proof of income is required for individual sliding scale spots.
How do I qualify for sliding scale therapy?
Sliding scale spots are for people facing true financial hardship and for full-time college students. For individual therapy, we ask for proof of income, such as a recent pay stub or tax return. Couples and families can contact us to discuss options based on combined household income.
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