2020 Update RE: COVID-19
To preserve the safety of clients, sessions are currently via telehealth (video). Adult clients may opt for session by telephone. Because Art Therapy requires handling of multiple mediums and tools, we continue to await a time appropriate for in-person sessions, and a guarantee that infection/contamination has little to no affect on the safety and health of clients. We appreciate your understanding and will continue to assess for the possibility of changes.
To preserve the safety of clients, sessions are currently via telehealth (video). Adult clients may opt for session by telephone. Because Art Therapy requires handling of multiple mediums and tools, we continue to await a time appropriate for in-person sessions, and a guarantee that infection/contamination has little to no affect on the safety and health of clients. We appreciate your understanding and will continue to assess for the possibility of changes.
Commonly asked questions:
How do I become a new client?
Please use the contact form to schedule a phone consultation. The free phone consultation is 15 minutes to determine if Rochester Art Therapy will meet your needs or if more specialized supports may be needed. Once this is established, an intake appointment will be scheduled.
Please use the contact form to schedule a phone consultation. The free phone consultation is 15 minutes to determine if Rochester Art Therapy will meet your needs or if more specialized supports may be needed. Once this is established, an intake appointment will be scheduled.
Do you accept insurance?
Rochester Art Therapy does not accept insurance and is a self-pay practice. Payment is due at the time of session and accepted in the form of cash, check, credit card, and Health Savings card.
For reimbursement, please contact your insurance carrier regarding "out-of-network" options on your plan. A superbill may be provided which includes personal health information such as name, date of birth, and must include a mental health diagnosis to support medical necessity -required for children as well as adults.
Out-of-pocket payment advantages include: mental health information kept private from insurance, no cap or maximum allowed number of sessions, and no prior-approval necessary.
Reimbursement denied?: Some (but not all reasons)- you may have a high deductible plan which has not been met, the insurance company has determined that your needs can be met with their in-network providers, your needs do not meet the criteria for medical necessity, or you have maxed out on the allowed number of appointments for treatment. Check with your insurance carrier to learn more.
Rochester Art Therapy does not accept insurance and is a self-pay practice. Payment is due at the time of session and accepted in the form of cash, check, credit card, and Health Savings card.
For reimbursement, please contact your insurance carrier regarding "out-of-network" options on your plan. A superbill may be provided which includes personal health information such as name, date of birth, and must include a mental health diagnosis to support medical necessity -required for children as well as adults.
Out-of-pocket payment advantages include: mental health information kept private from insurance, no cap or maximum allowed number of sessions, and no prior-approval necessary.
Reimbursement denied?: Some (but not all reasons)- you may have a high deductible plan which has not been met, the insurance company has determined that your needs can be met with their in-network providers, your needs do not meet the criteria for medical necessity, or you have maxed out on the allowed number of appointments for treatment. Check with your insurance carrier to learn more.
What are your fees? When can I start?
1) Complete the contact form to let us know you are interested.
2) Schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation.
In order to guarantee a time to talk and avoid missed calls, these are scheduled calls. It's recommended you choose a time and place where you can speak openly in the event you discuss any private and personal information.
3) After sending us completed intake paperwork we will schedule an intake session.
All information is kept confidential.
The initial intake session is one-time fee of $125.
Subsequent treatment sessions are $100.
For younger children, a reduced time of 30 minutes may be recommended at a prorated fee.
What is the intake?
It is a 60-minute session to review your reasons for treatment, goals, background information, policy review, privacy notification, and what to expect from treatment with your therapist. Afterwards, your therapist will spend time to compile all the above information in a file and complete an intake report. This may also include calls to collaterals (i.e., doctor, teacher, or another treatment team.)
For minors, the intake is with parent/guardians only and your child will be seen in the next scheduled session.
An intake helps determine if the treatment will meet your (or your child's) needs. You or your therapist may determine a more specialized support will be more beneficial and a referral may be provided at this time. While this may feel defeating, it is intended as a way to get you the support you deserve.
Subsequent sessions:
Intake session may not always capture all information needed and may extend into as many as 2-3 subsequent sessions. Obtaining information for the intake process is vital to ensuring your treatment meets your needs.
No-show or late cancellation (less than 24 hours prior to your appointment) fee is $100.
Why the fee? Your therapist holds a specific time devoted to you. Your reserved time also means no other clients may schedule during that time. Ultimately, these times are not able to be filled and impact other clients who have rearranged their personal schedule to accommodate what is available.
Other fees: $75/hour.
Requests to complete forms and documentation are limited to existing clients and may be completed during or outside session time at the rate of $75/hour. In the event of subpoena by court/judge, the hourly fee will apply to any court-related matters including transportation costs, documentation, time spent in court, etc. A minimum of 72 hours is needed to complete forms/documentation- please plan requests in advance.
1) Complete the contact form to let us know you are interested.
2) Schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation.
In order to guarantee a time to talk and avoid missed calls, these are scheduled calls. It's recommended you choose a time and place where you can speak openly in the event you discuss any private and personal information.
3) After sending us completed intake paperwork we will schedule an intake session.
All information is kept confidential.
The initial intake session is one-time fee of $125.
Subsequent treatment sessions are $100.
For younger children, a reduced time of 30 minutes may be recommended at a prorated fee.
What is the intake?
It is a 60-minute session to review your reasons for treatment, goals, background information, policy review, privacy notification, and what to expect from treatment with your therapist. Afterwards, your therapist will spend time to compile all the above information in a file and complete an intake report. This may also include calls to collaterals (i.e., doctor, teacher, or another treatment team.)
For minors, the intake is with parent/guardians only and your child will be seen in the next scheduled session.
An intake helps determine if the treatment will meet your (or your child's) needs. You or your therapist may determine a more specialized support will be more beneficial and a referral may be provided at this time. While this may feel defeating, it is intended as a way to get you the support you deserve.
Subsequent sessions:
Intake session may not always capture all information needed and may extend into as many as 2-3 subsequent sessions. Obtaining information for the intake process is vital to ensuring your treatment meets your needs.
No-show or late cancellation (less than 24 hours prior to your appointment) fee is $100.
Why the fee? Your therapist holds a specific time devoted to you. Your reserved time also means no other clients may schedule during that time. Ultimately, these times are not able to be filled and impact other clients who have rearranged their personal schedule to accommodate what is available.
Other fees: $75/hour.
Requests to complete forms and documentation are limited to existing clients and may be completed during or outside session time at the rate of $75/hour. In the event of subpoena by court/judge, the hourly fee will apply to any court-related matters including transportation costs, documentation, time spent in court, etc. A minimum of 72 hours is needed to complete forms/documentation- please plan requests in advance.
Disability forms, support animal, mandated court needs, etc.
Rochester Art Therapy is not able to provide assessments, evaluations, and/or documentation solely for the purpose of disability, support animals, to fulfill court-related matters (child custody, substance abuse, employment, housing, etc.)
Rochester Art Therapy is not able to provide assessments, evaluations, and/or documentation solely for the purpose of disability, support animals, to fulfill court-related matters (child custody, substance abuse, employment, housing, etc.)
Can I tour the office?
Visits to the office are by appointment only.
With our focus being on individual treatment, we do not offer tours of the office. Privacy and safety of clients is of the utmost importance at Rochester Art Therapy. Unplanned visits to the office infringe upon the privacy of clients entering and leaving the office. Drop-in visits run the risk of interrupting a scheduled session with a client.
Visits to the office are by appointment only.
With our focus being on individual treatment, we do not offer tours of the office. Privacy and safety of clients is of the utmost importance at Rochester Art Therapy. Unplanned visits to the office infringe upon the privacy of clients entering and leaving the office. Drop-in visits run the risk of interrupting a scheduled session with a client.
Do you offer groups or workshops? When is the next one?
Groups and workshops are not currently offered at Rochester Art Therapy and have been postponed indefinitely.
Groups and workshops are not currently offered at Rochester Art Therapy and have been postponed indefinitely.
How often do I need to attend? What should I expect?
You are asked to commit to 6 weekly sessions to start.
After that time we will evaluate your needs together as goals may change. It is helpful to consider 6 months to one year commitment.
If your decision to commit is once every 3-4 weeks or less, Rochester Art Therapy may not be the best fit. Many concerns and issues can occur in a week- once a month visits result in catch-up sessions with little room to create artwork, process, problem-solve, or evaluate goals. Individuals may then feel they are not making any progress and suspect the therapy is just not helpful. We are passionate about helping you achieve your goals and hope you will make the time for personal investment.
Standing appointment times are not guaranteed and we are grateful for your flexibility in scheduling. Frequent cancellations may result in termination from treatment as it disrupts the therapeutic goals.
Check out the "About" section for added information about Art Therapy and treatment.
You are asked to commit to 6 weekly sessions to start.
After that time we will evaluate your needs together as goals may change. It is helpful to consider 6 months to one year commitment.
If your decision to commit is once every 3-4 weeks or less, Rochester Art Therapy may not be the best fit. Many concerns and issues can occur in a week- once a month visits result in catch-up sessions with little room to create artwork, process, problem-solve, or evaluate goals. Individuals may then feel they are not making any progress and suspect the therapy is just not helpful. We are passionate about helping you achieve your goals and hope you will make the time for personal investment.
Standing appointment times are not guaranteed and we are grateful for your flexibility in scheduling. Frequent cancellations may result in termination from treatment as it disrupts the therapeutic goals.
Check out the "About" section for added information about Art Therapy and treatment.
Talk therapy didn't work for me. Will Art Therapy be better?
Art Therapy has been very beneficial to many people and offers many avenues for healing and recovery.
Sometimes sessions may not include art-making and may be more about talking.
Although using art in therapy sessions may be difficult for some, you can work with your therapist to discuss any discomfort and make any necessary changes or modifications. (Talking through it is growth!) Art Therapy may ask you to think abstractly and challenge your ideas about what art "should" be. The goal is not about making beautiful art- it's about allowing art to help as a vehicle for self-expression. It's not uncommon to feel some uncertainty about starting- your therapist will help you navigate any difficult feelings. If you feel strongly that you may not benefit from Art Therapy, talk with your therapist about alternative options.
Art Therapy has been very beneficial to many people and offers many avenues for healing and recovery.
Sometimes sessions may not include art-making and may be more about talking.
Although using art in therapy sessions may be difficult for some, you can work with your therapist to discuss any discomfort and make any necessary changes or modifications. (Talking through it is growth!) Art Therapy may ask you to think abstractly and challenge your ideas about what art "should" be. The goal is not about making beautiful art- it's about allowing art to help as a vehicle for self-expression. It's not uncommon to feel some uncertainty about starting- your therapist will help you navigate any difficult feelings. If you feel strongly that you may not benefit from Art Therapy, talk with your therapist about alternative options.