Counseling at Spilove Psychotherapy FAQ
Online Therapy throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey
Do you offer online therapy?
Yes, we offer all our services through Telehealth HIPAA compliant platforms. We provide virtual groups, virtual psychotherapy and counseling including: couples counseling, relationship counseling, family counseling, DBT skills groups, LGBTQ support group, EMDR therapy, and clinical supervision.
Is online therapy just as effective as in-person therapy in Philadelphia and in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania?
We definitely prefer to meet in person, but studies show that online therapy is just as effective as in-person therapy. Our therapists do their best to make the virtual experience work for you. What is most needed is a private space for you to be in and a willingness to show up!
Do you work with people who live across the United States?
Yes, we work with people who live anywhere. Some of our therapists are bound by state lines, but others are not and may work with people through counseling, coaching, or mental health consulting.
What services do you offer?
Individual Therapy
Clinical Supervision
What are your fees?
Weekly sessions range from 50-90 minutes given the specific treatment services and treatment goals. Our fees for a 50-minute or 90-minute session are specific to the clinician you are working with and range from $50-$220 for 50 minute sessions. We offer a reduced rate through our internship program. Fee prices will be discussed in your free 15-minute phone consultation.
Do you accept insurance?
We are out-of-network providers. We are not in-network with any insurance companies, however, we are able to provide you with the documentation necessary to receive reimbursement from your insurance company should your benefits plan permit. We value providing you the best care possible, therefore, as out-of-network providers, we are not beholden to any treatment limitations of the insurance company and have the ability to freely collaborate with you on the comprehensive treatment direction that serves you or your family member best.
We know therapy is an investment. Please consider that if you have a deductible with your current insurance plan, you may need to pay out-of-pocket for that deductible anywhere you receive services. You may also be able to utilize your FSA or HSA to cover the cost of therapy services. Please check with your benefits plan for this information.
If you would like to check to see if your insurance company will cover the cost or some of the cost of therapy with an out-of-network provider, call the number on the back of your insurance card and ask the following questions:
Am I covered for psychotherapy with an out-of-network provider?
Do I need prior authorization?
Do I have a deductible?
How many sessions will you cover per year?
How much will I be reimbursed for?
How do I submit the bill for reimbursement? Where do I send the superbill to?
We can provide you with a monthly statement, also known as a superbill, which you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.
Do you offer Sliding Scale Therapy?
We are able to offer reduced rate counseling through our internship program. Our graduate level therapists are in training for a counseling degree and licensure. Our interns are supervised weekly and followed closely by a licensed clinician, multiple times per week at Spilove Psychotherapy. We currently have graduate level therapists at our Bryn Mawr and Center City, Philadelphia locations. Need a more affordable therapy options but not sure if working with an intern is right for you? Check out our blog here for the lowdown on working with our graduate level interns.
What is a trauma informed therapist?
A clinician who has been trained to be sensitive to trauma issues and help you to naviagate the world and your triggers.
What is a trauma resolution therapist?
A trauma therapist is a clinician who is not only sensitive to trauma responses, but someone who has specialized training in helping to provide safety, grounding and crisis reduction techniques so that clients can engage in deeper trauma resolution work. Trauma work is addressing specific trauma or PTSD symptoms for the purpose of reducing or eliminating those symptoms.
How do I find a trauma therapist near me?
Plug into your Google search: Trauma Therapist + the name of your town. When searching for a trauma therapist near you, be sure to ask them what they do to reduce PTSD or trauma symptoms. Educate yourself on the efficacy of each technique and decide which techniques would be the best fit for you. Learn more here or schedule a free 15 minute phone consultation with one of our specialized trauma therapists.
Where can I find LGBT couples therapy?
You can plug into Google: LGBT+Couples+Therapy+(your town). Once you find your selection, be sure to ask the therapists what their experience is with couples’ counseling and with the LGBT community. We provide LGBT couples therapy here at Spilove Psychotherapy.
Do you have a transgender therapist on your team I can work with?
We have a team of allies, and Ken Lopez, who identifies as nonbinary and transfemme aligned and specializes in working with all aspects of the queer and trans communities.
Do you provide EMDR therapy near me?
At Spilove Psychotherapy, we do provide EMDR therapy. Our EMDR therapists are: Tiffany Spilove, Kelly Stavrides, Caitlyn Proctor, Gwenn Swift, Julia Salerno, Joe DiRienzo, Yolanda Cucinotta, and Alli Benhaim.
What type of eating disorder services do you provide?
Like our treatment for addiction, we provide weekly outpatient therapy for eating disorder, disordered eating and body image issues. If you are in need of more frequent treatment or medical support, we are happy to provide recommendations and support you in your admission to a higher level of care.
Do you provide weight-loss counseling?
Our eating disorder specialists treat from a body-affirming, Health at Every Size approach, meaning we respect all body types and believe we cannot determine the status of your health just by looking at you. We find that a focus on weight loss, more often than not, gets in the way of true recovery and body acceptance; therefore, we are passionate about helping you dig deeper into yourself, past your weight and body size, to directly heal the hurting parts of you that utilize food, weight and body as a means of coping. Contact us today for a free 15-minute phone consultation to determine if this approach could benefit you.