Insurance and Fees

At Integrative Counseling Solutions (ICS), we believe understanding the cost of therapy should be simple and transparent. We accept select insurance plans and offer private-pay options for individuals, couples, and families seeking compassionate, personalized counseling.

Our team is happy to answer questions about insurance participation, session fees, and the process of getting started.

Insurance

Plans We Accept

ICS works with select plans from the following insurance providers:

• Aetna

• Anthem

• Blue Cross / Blue Shield

• CareFirst

• Cigna / Evernorth

• UnitedHealthcare

Insurance participation and coverage vary by plan and clinician. Please contact us to verify whether your specific insurance plan is accepted before scheduling your first appointment.

Out-of-Network Benefits

If we are not in-network with your insurance plan, you may still be able to receive counseling through our private-pay option.

When appropriate, we can provide a superbill that you may submit to your insurance company for possible out-of-network reimbursement.

Reimbursement is determined by your insurance provider and is not guaranteed.

Our Counseling Fees

Individual Therapy — $185 per session

Couples Counseling — $185 per session

Family Counseling — $185 per session

Counseling provided by interns - $65 per session

Counseling provided by residents - $120 per session

If you're using insurance, your out-of-pocket cost will depend on your plan's copayment, coinsurance, deductible, and coverage provisions.

Limited sliding-scale options may be available for eligible clients, depending on availability.

Understanding Your Insurance Benefits

We want you to have a clear understanding of your potential financial responsibility before beginning therapy.

When possible, ICS can assist with reviewing insurance eligibility and submitting claims.

However, verification of insurance benefits does not guarantee coverage or payment.

Your insurance company determines your coverage, benefits, and applicable financial responsibility.

Depending on your plan, you may be responsible for:

• Copayment: A fixed amount you pay for a covered appointment.

• Deductible: The amount you may need to pay before your insurance begins covering certain services.

• Coinsurance: The percentage of a covered service you're responsible for paying.

• Non-covered services: Services your insurance plan does not cover.

• Prior authorization: Approval that may be required before certain services are provided.

Clients are responsible for applicable patient charges in accordance with their insurance benefits, ICS financial policies, and applicable law.

We encourage you to review your insurance benefits before your first appointment.

Questions to Ask Your Insurance Provider

When contacting your insurance company, consider asking:

• Is Integrative Counseling Solutions and my assigned clinician in-network?

• What are my outpatient mental health benefits?

• What is my copayment or coinsurance?

• Do I have a deductible, and how much remains?

• Does my plan cover couples or family counseling?

• Are online therapy appointments covered?

• Is prior authorization required?

• Do I have out-of-network reimbursement benefits?

Your insurance card typically includes a member services phone number where you can obtain this information.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Do you accept insurance?

Yes. ICS works with select insurance plans. Coverage depends on your specific policy, benefits, clinician, and services provided.

How much does counseling cost?

Our fees are listed above.

Does insurance cover couples or marriage counseling?

Coverage varies. Some plans cover certain forms of couples or family therapy when medically necessary, while others exclude relationship-focused or premarital counseling. We recommend verifying your benefits before scheduling.

Do you offer sliding-scale fees?

Limited sliding-scale arrangements may be available based on eligibility and current availability. Contact us for more information.

What if my insurance isn't accepted?

You may choose to pay privately. When appropriate, we can provide a superbill for possible reimbursement through your out-of-network benefits.

Do you offer online counseling?

Yes. ICS offers in-person counseling in Herndon, Virginia, and teletherapy for eligible clients located in Virginia.

Is counseling available in Spanish?

Yes. ICS offers counseling in English and Spanish. Please let us know your language preference when contacting us.

How do I schedule my first appointment?

Contact ICS to discuss appointment availability, insurance participation, and the next steps for beginning counseling.

Ready to Get Started?

Finding the right mental health support is an important decision, and we're here to help make the process as straightforward as possible.

Whether you're seeking individual therapy, couples counseling, parenting support, or family counseling, our team can help you explore your options.

Request an Appointment

Contact us at [email protected] to learn more about availability, insurance, and scheduling.