Frequently Asked Questions
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Getting started is simple. Schedule a free 15 minute introductory call. We’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.
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It depends on where you are in treatment. Initial evaluations are typically followed by more frequent visits as we establish a plan, with sessions spacing out to 2-3 months as things stabilize. The goal is to find a cadence that keeps care consistent without being more than necessary.
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Most psychiatric care treats symptoms in isolation. My practice is built around a different premise: that your mental health is connected to your hormones, your labs, your life stage, and your goals. I work with a smaller caseload intentionally, so each appointment is unhurried and each treatment plan is built around you specifically, not a protocol.
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No. Sora Psychiatry is an outpatient practice and is not equipped to manage psychiatric emergencies, acute suicidal ideation, or situations requiring a higher level of care. If you are in crisis, please contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988, or go to your nearest emergency room.
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Sora Psychiatry serves adults between the ages of 18 and 65. This reflects the scope of my training and clinical focus. Child, adolescent, and geriatric psychiatry each carry their own specialized considerations, and I want to ensure every patient receives care that is well-matched to their needs.
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No, we are an out-of-network provider for insurance plans. This allows me to see patients more frequently and thoughtfully and use integrative approaches. We do provide a superbill for patients to submit directly to insurance companies for reimbursement. Many patients are able to get 50-80% of their cost reimbursed, depending on the insurance provider.
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It depends. Some people with more complex histories do well in this setting, particularly if they already have a treatment team and are looking for integrative or adjunctive support. However, Sora may not be the right fit for everyone with severe or treatment-resistant illness. This is something to discuss openly during an initial consultation.
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That is a reasonable use of this practice. Some people come for a focused consultation to clarify a diagnosis, review a medication regimen, or get an outside perspective, without necessarily establishing ongoing care. This can be discussed when scheduling.
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Sora may not be the right setting for everyone, and it is better to say so upfront. This practice is likely not a good fit if:
You are in acute crisis or need a level of care beyond outpatient (such as intensive outpatient, partial hospitalization, or inpatient)
You are looking primarily for a prescription refill without interest in a broader evaluation or ongoing relationship
You need a provider who accepts insurance and cannot work within a self-pay model
You are seeking care for a child or adolescent or older adult (Sora sees age 18-65 years only)
You require very frequent contact, after-hours availability, or same-day crisis response as part of your routine care
You are not open to a collaborative approach and prefer a provider who directs treatment without much back-and-forth
It is important to us that we are able to serve our patients well. It is simply about fit. If you are unsure, the initial consultation is a reasonable way to find out.