Transgender individuals are required to obtain letters of support from mental health professionals in order for insurance to cover transition-related care. As a clinician, as well as a transgender individual who has undergone surgeries and experienced fierce battles with health insurance in attempts to live into my own Authenticity, I passionately believe that the background behind this requirement is biased and not based in the best interest or access of transgender and gender non-conforming individuals. However, I also firmly believe that access to care is necessary and want to do what I can to support people navigating these systems.
As such, I provide surgery support letter assessments not just for ongoing clients, but also for individuals who are seeking the letter outside of establishing a new, on-going therapeutic relationship. These assessments are generally 1-2 sessions. These can also be completed for youth who are, with consent of their primary caregiver(s), pursuing hormone blockers / puberty suppressing hormones.
During the assessment, I will seek to have a conversation about who you are, how you navigate your life, and what the procedure(s) you're seeking would mean to you.
Cost is the same as my session rate, $160/hour out of pocket. If your insurance covers my services as a provider, insurance can frequently be billed for its standard co-pay/co-insurance. Additionally, you can be provided with a receipt called a "superbill" which you can submit to your insurance for partial reimbursement, even if I am not a covered provider with your insurance.
NOTE: If you need a letter, reach out. We will discuss your context, and we will get you what you need to move forward with the steps you know to be right for yourself.