Are you ready to take the next step?

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You have come to the right place.

Whether you’re feeling uncertain, hopeful, nervous, or all of the above, we want you to know that you are in the right place.

Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming — and if you’ve made it here, it probably means you have already done a lot of work just to get to this point.

Meet The Team

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    Mary Kate Roohan, Psy.D.

    Dr. Mary Kate Roohan (she/her) is a licensed psychologist, drama therapist, and the founder of Thrive and Feel. She is passionate about providing spaces that allow folks to bring in their fullest, wildest, most authentic selves.

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    Lisa Saviñon, M.Ed.

    Lisa (she/her) is a Registered Psychological Associate and EMDR Consultant at Thrive and Feel. She is passionate about trauma healing and weaves EMDR with somatic and polyvagal approaches to create a safe, affirming space for neurodivergent clients and complex trauma survivors.

  • Winnie Cadiz, M.A.

    Winnie (she/her) is a Registered Psychological Associate and doctoral candidate at Alliant International University in Los Angeles. Whether you're navigating life's challenges or personal growth, she's passionate about making therapy inclusive and empowering for everyone.

  • Dr. Viviana Yazigi, Psy.D.

    Dr. Viviana Yazigi, M.A., is a Registered Psychological Associate who offers bilingual (English/Spanish) therapy and psychological assessments for adults and teenages. She provides a warm, affirming, and evidence-based approach to therapy and evaluations.

How to get started with therapy or assessment

Step 1

Schedule a time for a free 15-minute consultation (over the phone or video chat).

Step 2

During the consultation, we will learn more about you and determine the best therapist or assessor based on your needs.

Step 3

At the end of the consultation, you can ask any questions you have and can schedule your first therapy or assessment session.

Questions? Send us a message and we will get back to you in 48 hours.

FAQ

  • The therapists at Thrive and Feel are in-network providers for Aetna.

    We are out-of-network providers for most insurance companies. If your insurance provider reimburses for out-of-network services, our therapists are able to give you a “superbill” that you may submit to your insurance for reimbursement.

    Please check with your insurance company to determine if you have out-of-network coverage.

    If you have more questions about this, feel free to contact us.

  • Therapy

    • The fee per session depends on the therapist you are working with. Individual therapy session fees range from $150 - $300 per session. Clients pay anywhere from $10 to $330 a session, depending on their insurance benefits and the length of session.

    • If you are in-network with Aetna, you will typically pay a copay or coinsurance.

    • If you are in-network with a different insurance provider, therapists can provide a “superbill” for reimbursement.

    • We also have a few sliding scale spots - please contact us to discuss a sliding scale rate.

    Assessment and Neuropsychological Testing

    • Testing fees vary based on the scope of the assessment - the out-of-pocket cost for an evaluation can range from $2,500 to over $6000.

    • Clients typically pay between $200 and $6,000+ for a neuropsychological or psychological assessment, depending on their insurance benefits, deductible status, and what their plan covers (or does not cover).

    • Please schedule a consultation call so that an evaluator can help you understand the cost of your assessment based on your goals.

    • We provide superbills for psychological testing that you can submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement. If you're unsure what your plan covers, we can help guide you through the questions to ask.

  • Contact your insurance and ask if you have out-of-network mental health coverage.

    It is helpful to gain additional information while on that call, including:

    • Your deductible for out-of-network services

    • How many visits you get per year

    • If you need authorization for your visits

    • The process of submitting a superbill

 
 

Still have questions?

We have more information on our FAQ page. We may have the answer to your question listed.

You will also have the option to ask the therapist whatever questions you have during your free consultation.