FAQs

Sessions are 50-minutes long. However, if there is a need or recommendation, we may discuss other alternatives along with the fee adjustment. If available, clients may schedule a 75 or 90-minute session.

Initially, I recommend that we meet once a week. Based on your goals and needs, we can adjust session frequency. As therapy progresses, clients may decide to transition to bi-weekly or monthly sessions.

For a 50-minute session, the rate for individual therapy is $230 and for couples therapy is $250. I do offer limited spots for reduced fee sessions. If you are experiencing financial hardship, please contact me for availability. If I am unable to offer accommodations, I can provide referrals.

Before beginning services, clients complete intake paperwork, including entering their billing information through Simple Practice client portal. Payment is processed automatically following the session. I do not bill insurance directly, however, I can provide you with a statement to submit for reimbursement.

You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate explaining how much therapy services will cost. This provides an estimate of the total cost of services for the year based on the clients desired frequency of therapy services (i.e. weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, etc.). This serves as an estimate and does not reflect a contract or a requirement to obtain services.

Please notify me of cancellations at least 24 hours before your scheduled session to avoid being charged the full session fee.

Currently, I offer in-person sessions at my office in Vienna, VA on Tuesdays between 9:00-3:00. Additionally, I offer teletherapy sessions on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays between 9:00-3:00. I am licensed in Virginia, D.C., North Carolina and Florida and a registered Professional Counselor Telehealth Provider in South Carolina. As long as you reside in one of these locations, then I am available to meet with you via teletherapy. I ask that during our teletherapy sessions, you remain in these locations to ensure compliance.

There are many benefits of teletherapy, including accessibility, convenience, and flexibility. One of the greatest advantages is that you can participate in therapy from the comfort of your home. Teletherapy sessions are most effective when clients can participate while in a private space. This ensures confidentiality and clients can get the most out of sessions by being able to process freely. Clients are provided with an individualized link to meet via Google Meet, which is a HIPAA compliant video platform.

Please send an email regarding your interest. A 15-minute phone consultation will be scheduled to answer any questions and to ensure this will be a good fit. You can contact me directly at jamiewest@jwesttherapy.com or (754) 220-3755. Please include your name and contact information, as well as a few available times to reach you and I will give you a call.