Do I need therapy?
If you’re asking this question, chances are something is feeling off, overwhelming, or difficult to manage on your own—and that’s a valid reason to consider therapy. You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit from counseling. Therapy can help you better understand yourself, navigate relationships, manage stress, process past experiences, and cope with life transitions.
If you’ve been feeling stuck, emotionally drained, anxious, or just not like yourself, therapy might be a helpful next step.
What age clients do you serve?
Our clinicians work with children, teens, and adults, and we match you with a therapist whose training and style aligns with your goals.
What Insurance Plans Do You Accept?
Northpointe Integrative currently accepts the following insurance plans:
- Blue Shield of Northeastern New York
- Capital District Physicians’ Health Plan (CDPHP)
- Fidelis Care
- Martin’s Point
- MVP (Select Providers Only)
If your insurance is not listed, or if you prefer not to use your insurance, private pay is also available.
- Intake Session: $150
- Ongoing Therapy Sessions: $125
Clients who choose to pay privately may request a superbill, which can be submitted to your insurance provider for potential partial reimbursement. Please note that coverage varies, and we encourage you to contact your insurance company directly to understand your out-of-network benefits.
Why Consider Private Pay?
For many people, therapy is one of the most valuable investments they can make in themselves. Much like getting the right eyeglass prescription, it can shift how you see the world—improving clarity, emotional well-being, and overall life satisfaction.
Private pay offers additional benefits:
- Greater privacy and confidentiality
- Increased flexibility in treatment planning
- No limits imposed by insurance on the number or type of sessions
Therapy does require a commitment—of time, emotional energy, and financial resources. But if you’re ready to grow, heal, and make meaningful changes, therapy can be the catalyst for a more fulfilling and empowered life.
What If I’m Paying Privately and Not Using Insurance?
In compliance with the No Surprises Act (effective January 1, 2022), all healthcare consumers have the right to:
- Be notified when services are provided by an out-of-network provider
- Request the option to receive care from an in-network provider (if available)
- Receive a Good Faith Estimate outlining the anticipated cost of treatment
While the length of mental health treatment can vary from person to person, we will provide a cost estimate based on the average course of care for your particular needs.
Before scheduling an appointment, please review the official notice outlining your rights under the No Surprises Act: No Surprises Act | CMS
I’ve Never Been to Therapy Before. What Can I Expect?
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially if it’s your first time. Each session is typically 53 to 60 minutes long.
Your first appointment is a chance for you to share what’s bringing you to therapy and what you hope to achieve. It also allows both you and your therapist to get a sense of whether it feels like a good fit—an important part of the therapeutic process.
There’s no set timeline for how long therapy lasts. Every person’s journey is different. Together with your therapist, you’ll regularly check in on your goals and progress. Therapy is often complete when you feel confident in your ability to manage the emotional challenges that led you to seek support in the first place.
How Do I Know If My Therapist Is the Right Fit for Me?
Finding the right therapist is key to getting the most out of therapy. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach—what works well for someone else might not be the best match for you.
You’ll often get a sense within a few sessions if it feels like a good fit. You might have found the right therapist if you:
- Feel comfortable and connected during sessions
- Feel supported, heard, and understood
- Find yourself opening up about things you don’t usually share
- Think about what you’ve discussed in therapy between sessions
- Feel your therapist is approachable and easy to talk to
Therapy should always feel like a safe space, free of judgment or bias, where your experiences are met with care and respect.
What Happens If I See My Therapist in Public?
To protect your privacy and confidentiality, your therapist will not acknowledge you in public unless you choose to acknowledge them first.
This helps prevent any unintentional discomfort or need to explain how you know each other. While there’s absolutely no shame in being in therapy, the choice to share that part of your life belongs to you.
If you do say hello, your therapist will respond warmly—but if you choose not to, that’s completely okay too. There is no judgment either way.
