Question 1

Do you take insurance?

Accepted Answer

I am out of network for insurance, meaning that I do not accept insurance plans. However, I am paired with Thrizer, a service that can help reimburse eligible policy holders through their out of network benefits.

Question 2

How much does therapy cost?

Accepted Answer

At this time, an individual session is $170 and relationship sessions with two or more people is $220.

For a sliding scale, I am a member of the Open Path Collective and have limited slots through that platform. Any client interested in exploring a reduced rate is welcome to read more about Open Path Collective and apply to see if they may qualify. If you wish to explore this option, please let me know before scheduling our first session as I may not have any current slots available.

Question 3

Can we talk about things that aren't about polyamory?

Accepted Answer

Yes! For many clients, polyamory isn't even the main focus of our sessions, yet knowing that their therapist is well-versed in the community is comforting for them for when those concerns do arise. With 15 years of experience in the mental health field, I am trained to help you navigate a wide array of concerns that impact your life.

Question 4

Do my partners or polycule have to come to therapy, too?

Accepted Answer

Oftentimes clients know right away if they want individual or relationship therapy, yet sometimes it's unclear what could be most helpful. If the latter is the case, I'm happy to explore all possibilities together.

Question 5

I'm not polyamorous, can I still schedule sessions with you?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Many of my clients identify as monogamous and we have a great working relationship. They may have come to me because they were referred by a friend or professional, or they appreciated that I have an alternative perspective from mainstream culture.

Question 6

Do you provide WPATH letters?

Accepted Answer

No, I do not. I acknowledge that I need more training and a deeper understanding as to what needs to go into a WPATH letter to write one confidently. If you do reach out to me for a WPATH letter, I will recommend clinicians that you can connect with to have this need met.

Question 7

Does your practice use AI?

Accepted Answer

No, I do not use Artificial Intelligence in my practice. Any notes I write are without the assistance of AI and the video platform I use for virtual sessions does not have an AI option. I am dedicated to keeping my practice free of AI.

Question 8

Can we meet in person?

Accepted Answer

Yes! I have an office in the Roxborough neighborhood of NW Philly.If meeting in an office is not your vibe, I also provide "Walk and Talk" sessions in the Wissahickon Park. If that is something you're interested in, please let me know when you reach out!

Question 9

How can I refer you without outing myself as non-monogamous?

Accepted Answer

I understand on a personal level that living as non-monogamous can come with discrimination, prejudices, and other unfortunate impacts. That's why my email address is under Kate Manser Counseling as well as my LLC; this way any billing from me will come under Kate Manser Counseling. I also have an alternate website that does not target polyamorous and non-monogamous folks that you can use.

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