Fees & Insurance
I am considered an out-of-network provider, as I am not contracted with any insurance companies. The fee is $250 per 50-minute session. Extended and/or Out of Office sessions can be arranged when appropriate.
Payment is due at the time of service and may be made by credit card or check. I can provide an itemized statement upon request, which you may submit to your insurance provider for potential reimbursement.
If you plan to seek reimbursement through your insurance, please contact your carrier directly and ask about your out-of-network behavioral health benefits, including your deductible, out-of-pocket maximum, and what percentage of the session fee is covered once your deductible has been met.
Contact Info & Scheduling
To request an appointment or inquire about services, please email me at email@michellelopezphd.com or call 619-800-1566. When you reach out, please include your name, the best way to contact you, and whether I have your permission to leave a detailed voicemail. I’ll respond as soon as possible and look forward to connecting with you!
Cancellation Policy
Your appointment time is reserved specifically for you. If you need to reschedule or cancel, please notify me at least 24 hours in advance. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours’ notice will be charged the full session fee.
Good Faith Estimate Notice
You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate explaining how much your mental health care will cost.
Under federal law, health care providers are required to give clients who are uninsured or not using insurance an estimate of expected charges for medical services, including psychotherapy.
You can request a Good Faith Estimate before scheduling a service. If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you may dispute the bill.
Be sure to save a copy or picture of your estimate.
For more information, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises