Frequently Asked Questions

Fifteen questions people ask most before their first appointment.

Getting Started

How do I book an appointment?: Call (571) 264-8192 or email info@vapsychotherapy.com. The intake team will ask a few questions and match you with a therapist.
How does matching work?: You tell us about your concerns, goals, preferences, insurance and availability. The team pairs you with a therapist, you schedule and complete paperwork, then you begin.
Is there a free consultation?: No. Your first appointment is an intake assessment.

What happens at the first session?: Your therapist gets to know you, explores your well-being and goals, and builds a personalized plan with you. What to expect.
When is the office open?: Monday to Sunday, 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Which languages are offered?: English, Arabic, Spanish, Korean and Malayalam, depending on the clinician.

Which plans do you accept?: Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Carelon, Cigna, Humana, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Optum, UnitedHealthcare and other plans. Coverage varies by clinician and plan.
What are your private pay rates?: Intake $200, therapy $175 per session. Supervised visitation is $200 for the initial consultation and $175 per hour. Immigration evaluations are priced by case.
Can I get a Good Faith Estimate?: Yes. Self-pay clients may ask the office for one.

Who can use online therapy?: Clients located anywhere in Virginia, including Fairfax, Arlington, Alexandria, Loudoun County and Prince William County.
Can I see a therapist online if I live in another state?: No. Services are for clients located in Virginia.
What if I am in crisis?: Online therapy is not a substitute for emergency services. If you are in crisis, call 911 or call or text 988.

Do you see children?: Yes. Several clinicians work with children and teens, including through play therapy and art therapy.
Do you offer family and couples sessions?: Yes. Family therapy and couples and marriage counseling are both available.
Do you offer supervised visitation?: Yes. The initial consultation is $200 and visits are $175 per hour.

If your question is not here, the office can answer it by phone, any day between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

The office would rather answer your question than have you guess. Reach out by phone or email.