FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My standard typical rate for therapy is $90 per session. I do have a sliding scale to accommodate individuals and couples with financial concerns. I am fee-for-service, which means that I do not work with insurances - however some insurance plans cover my services as out-of-network. About Fee-For-Service: Fee-for-Service Counseling may be a great option for you when you find a therapist you'd like to work with, yet he or she is not in-network with your insurance. Although this means a greater financial commitment from you, it does come with several benefits that might be worth the additional out-of-pocket expense. By choosing fee-for-service counseling, you are putting yourself in control of your treatment by being able to choose the therapist you want to see instead of being placed on a waiting list, which many in-network providers utilize. You also have the benefit of receiving higher quality care, as the counselor is not dictated by additional time-consuming insurance documentation. The minimal reporting to outside sources also provides a greater level of privacy and confidentiality when dealing with your protected healthcare information. Another option to consider with fee-for-service counseling is that of out-of-network benefits. Not all insurance plans have this benefit, however plans which do provide this coverage can often make counseling just as affordable as seeing an in-network provider. You can find out whether your insurance plan offers out-of-network benefits simply by calling the customer service number on your insurance card and following the prompts to learn your benefit information from the automated system. I trust this information is helpful to you and ask that you give me a call if you would like more information on whether or not I am the best fit for you.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
TJ Walsh, BFA, MA is a: Counselor/Psychotherapist, Painter, Art and Higher Education Administrator. Prior to receiving his M.A. in Clinical Counseling Psychology from Eastern University in Saint Davids, PA, TJ received his BFA in Graphic Design from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia. TJ has extensive experience working with young adults, university students and young couples with a focus on artistic and creative personalities. In addition to his work in group and private practice, TJ is a seasoned Student Affairs/Student Life professional with foci in the areas of Counseling, Conduct/Judicial Affairs, Title IX [specifically within the realm of campus sexual assault], and Educational Accessibility (ADA).
- What types of customers have you worked with?
I work with many types of people with many different concerns. I specialize in working with young adults (individuals and couples), artists and the LGBT community. Emerging Adults (18-30) Artists/Creatives Marriage + Family Life Transitions Sexuality + Gender Identity Faith-based issues + Spirituality