Frequently Asked Questions

Yes.  I am currently in-network with the following insurance plans for ADHD therapy and counseling services.    

Minnesota Optum (United Healthcare, UMR, Medica)  Aetna  Blue Cross Blue Shield  HealthPartners  UCare  Medical Assistance  
Wisconsin Optum (United Healthcare, UMR, Medica)  Aetna  Blue Cross Blue Shield  HealthPartners  UCare  Medical Assistance  
South Dakota Avera  Sanford  Blue Cross Blue Shield / Wellmark  Cigna  Aetna  Optum (United Healthcare, UMR, Medica)  Medicaid  
Illinois Blue Cross Blue Shield  Optum (United Healthcare, UMR, Medica)

Your coverage and out-of-pocket cost will depend on your specific insurance plan, deductible, copay, coinsurance, and the service you're receiving.  

I recommend contacting your insurance company before beginning services to confirm your mental health benefits and whether Liv Family Services is considered in-network with your specific plan.  

Workshops, courses, educational resources, and other non-clinical services are not billed to insurance. However, you may be able to use HSA or FSA funds for eligible services. I recommend checking with your HSA/FSA administrator to confirm eligibility before purchasing.

Yes. I provide clinical ADHD assessments for adults and can diagnose ADHD when appropriate.

An ADHD assessment looks at more than a checklist of symptoms. We'll explore your current experiences, childhood history, how symptoms affect different areas of your life, ADHD screening and assessment tools, and other factors that may help explain what you're experiencing.  

The goal is to understand the bigger picture and determine whether ADHD best explains the patterns you're noticing.

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My standard private-pay rate for clinical services is $250 per hour.

 If you are using insurance, your out-of-pocket cost will depend on your individual insurance benefits, deductible, copay, or coinsurance.  

A sliding scale may be available and can be discussed based on individual circumstances.  

Workshops, courses, groups, and other educational offerings may have separate pricing, which will be clearly listed on the page for each service.

You may be able to use HSA or FSA funds for eligible services, including some services or educational offerings that are not billed to insurance. Eligibility varies by plan and individual circumstances, so I recommend confirming with your HSA/FSA administrator before purchasing.

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and currently provide clinical services to clients located in:

Minnesota
Wisconsin
South Dakota
Illinois  

Licensing requirements are based on where you are physically located at the time of your appointment, so you must be in a state where I am licensed during our session.

All appointments are 100% virtual through secure telehealth. 

I send a link to your email and/or phone ahead of the session for you to access the video call. 

There is currently no in-person office location.

No. As a clinical social worker, I do not prescribe medication.

If you are diagnosed with ADHD and would like to explore medication, you can discuss medication options with a qualified prescribing provider, such as your primary care provider, psychiatrist, or psychiatric nurse practitioner.  

When appropriate, I can provide documentation from your ADHD assessment to help communicate the results of your evaluation with your medical provider.

No. The ADHD assessments I provide are clinical diagnostic assessments, not comprehensive psychological or neuropsychological evaluations.

For many adults seeking clarity about ADHD, a clinical assessment may be appropriate.  

However, if you have more complex diagnostic questions, significant medical or neurological concerns, learning concerns, or need formal psychological testing, I may recommend a more comprehensive evaluation with a psychologist, neuropsychologist, or another appropriate provider.  

If you're unsure which type of evaluation you need, we can talk about that before scheduling. Send me an email with your questions to [email protected]

It depends on the service.

You do not need an ADHD diagnosis to access resources designed for people who are still wondering whether ADHD might fit their experience, including the free Could It Be ADHD? guide and the Do I Have ADHD? Workshop.  

Some ADHD therapy, courses, and groups are specifically designed for people who have already been diagnosed with ADHD and may require a diagnosis before participating.

It depends on the type of documentation being requested.

As part of an ADHD assessment, I can provide clinical documentation of an ADHD diagnosis when appropriate. However, some schools, universities, employers, testing organizations, or other programs require specific psychological or neuropsychological testing before accommodations can be approved.

Because my ADHD assessments are clinical diagnostic assessments rather than comprehensive psychological or neuropsychological evaluations, I cannot guarantee that my documentation will meet the requirements of a particular organization.

If you are seeking an ADHD evaluation specifically for accommodations, I recommend checking the organization's documentation requirements before scheduling your assessment.

Absolutely. A significant part of my work is helping adults better understand ADHD and determine what their next step might be.

If you're not ready to schedule an evaluation, you can start with the free Could It Be ADHD? guide and the Do I Have ADHD? Workshop to learn more, reflect on your own patterns, and decide whether pursuing an evaluation makes sense for you.

ADHD is a primary focus of my practice, particularly adult ADHD and the ways it can affect everyday life, relationships, emotions, executive functioning, and self-understanding.

 When other mental health concerns are present alongside ADHD, we can discuss whether they fall within the scope of the services I provide or whether another provider or additional evaluation would be helpful.

My ADHD-focused individual services are primarily designed for adults.

I also work with couples and families when ADHD is affecting relationships or family life.  If you're looking for an ADHD evaluation or treatment for a child, I recommend finding a provider who specializes in pediatric ADHD assessment and care.

ADHD therapy is individualized clinical treatment focused on your specific experiences, needs, and goals.

Courses and groups provide more structured ADHD education and support around specific topics or skills.  

Workshops and educational resources allow you to learn about ADHD at your own pace and do not establish a therapist-client relationship.  

Each option serves a slightly different purpose depending on where you are in your ADHD journey.

That's okay—you don't need to know exactly what you need before you begin.

If you're wondering whether you might have ADHD, start with the free Could It Be ADHD? guide, explore the Do I Have ADHD? Workshop, or learn more about an ADHD Assessment.  

If you've recently been diagnosed, ADHD education can help you understand what the diagnosis actually means for you and how ADHD shows up in your life.  

If you already understand your ADHD and are ready to make everyday life work better, ADHD therapy, courses, groups, and practical support may be a better fit.  

You don't need to figure out the entire path at once. Start with the step that fits where you are right now.

I have a 48 hour cancellation policy, so if you need to cancel, make sure you give me 48 hours notice to avoid paying the late cancellation fee, which is $50 for the first session and the full session rate for any after that. If I am able, I will try to reschedule our session for a different day and time.

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