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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is your office?

My office location is in Seattle:

18 W. Mercer St. Suite 360, Seattle, WA 98119

Currently I offer teletherapy after discussing if this is suitable for your situation.

What do you charge?
  1. Intake session individual: 53 – 60 minutes long Rate = $310.00
  2. Therapy session individual: 53 – 60 minutes long Rate = $260.00
  3. Intake session couple: 53 – 60 minutes long Rate = $310.00
  4. Therapy session couple: 53-60 minutes long Rate = $260.00
  5. Psychological Assessment: Currently not offering this service
  6. Consultation & Training: Call for rates
Do you take insurance?

While I encourage people to consider private-pay options to protect their confidentiality and not deal with the restrictions and requirements imposed by insurance companies, I understand that some people prefer to use insurance. I am a preferred provider for the following insurance companies:

  • Aetna
  • Premera
  • First Choice
  • Regence BC/BS
  • Optum
  • Lyra

I am out-of-network for other insurance companies. You would need to pay out-of-pocket, and your insurance may reimburse you for “out-of-network benefits.” I have many clients who do this.

Does my insurance cover counseling/therapy?

Most insurance plans pay for mental health services. If you are going to use insurance, please call your insurance company and check your coverage carefully. Make sure you understand their answers. Some helpful questions you can ask them:

  1. What are my mental health benefits?
  2. Does my insurance pay for an out-of-network provider?
  3. What is the coverage rate for my session for an out-of-network provider?
  4. How many therapy sessions does my plan cover?
  5. Is approval required from my primary care physician?
Can I use insurance for couples counseling/therapy?

I do not accept insurance for couples counseling. You would have to pay out of pocket for this service.

What is your cancellation policy?

If you do not show up for your scheduled therapy appointment or you do not cancel at least 24 hours in advance, you will be required to pay the full cost of the session.

Will therapy help?
The short answer is Yes. However, your progress will depend on the nature of your concern, how ready you are to make the necessary changes to thoughts, feelings and behaviors.

I have seen people make great progress toward their goals within 10-12 sessions.

At the very least, you will gain insight into your challenges, learn new skills and have a supportive and non-judgmental place to work through emotional and uncomfortable aspects of your life.

Is counseling/therapy confidential?
Counseling/therapy is a confidential process. State Law and professional ethics require confidentiality. I cannot discuss our work without your express permission. However, there are some limitations to confidentiality, because I am required by law to disclose if I suspect or come to know that:

  1. You are in danger of harming yourself.
  2. You are in danger of harming someone else.
  3. There is suspected or reported abuse or neglect of children, adults and elders.
Which age group do you work with?
I work with individuals ages 17 and older. I work with couples ages 18 and older.
Do you work only with South Asians, Muslims or Immigrants?
I love to work with everyone regardless of their background. There are very few therapists in the area who understand the cultural and religious background of South Asians and Muslims. Therefore, I want you to know I have the cultural background to work with these populations differently.
What is culturally responsive counseling?
Culturally responsive counseling or services honors the cultural and identity needs of the client and does not only focus on traditional western approaches to counseling/therapy.

Our identity and cultural/religious background have a great influence in how we make sense of the world, and there are additional stressors and challenges associated with being culturally/religiously different in any society.

What is Islamic Counseling?
I integrate faith-based interventions and techniques into the work that we do together, if you are a practicing Muslim, recent convert or partner of a Muslim and want to receive services within this faith and spiritual context.