$150 per 45 minute therapy session, $200 for 60 minute intake session
Managing depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders
Developing skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness
Coping & stress management skills
Correcting irrational, distorted, dysfunctional thoughts, beliefs and behaviors
Exploring identity issues
Psychological “Tune Ups”
A: I specialize in individual therapy services for adults. This may be time limited or long term, depending on the nature of your needs. I value a collaborative approach to setting goals that are meaningful for you. As such, through consistent feedback, we will determine the frequency and scope of our visits together. Special areas of expertise include issues related to online relationships and online addictions.
A: There is ample research indicating that therapy can be an effective treatment for many issues ranging from managing life stress to major mental health disorders. I am proficient in a variety of techniques that are empirically supported.
A: This depends on a number of factors, including the nature of your issues and how long they’ve been a problem. Sometimes things seem to get worse before they get better. However, many clients experience a sense of ‘relief’ just by beginning the process of treatment.
A: Everyone could use a boost from time to time... a listening ear, a different perspective, suggestions about how to be more effective in living. Often the focus is developing mental health rather than treating mental illness. My notion is that a few “tune up” sessions are often an effective way at initiating and/or maintaining positive changes.
A: Sessions are by appointment only, with therapy session typically scheduled Tuesday through Thursday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Exceptions involving other days and limited evening appointments may be made on a case by case basis.
A: In an urgent situation, I will see you as soon as I can realistically schedule. However, my practice is not set up to respond to truly emergent situations. My Informed Consent and website (see the Emergency Info tab) describe other support services available until our next appointment.
A: With a few exceptions, our meetings will be strictly confidential. If you are at risk to harm yourself or others, or in select other situations, I may have a professional obligation to disclose some information. See the Psychologist-Client Services Agreement and Oregon HIPAA Notice forms for details.
A: My usual & customary fee for ongoing sessions is $150, with intake fee at $200. This is competitively priced compared to similarly qualified professionals in this area. I accept cash, checks and credit/debit card payments.
A: Yes & No. Insurance companies often limit or dictate the number of sessions or services you can receive and may cover therapy in limited ways. In addition, many individuals seek mental health services outside of insurance due to privacy and other concerns. See the ‘Benefits and Risks of Using Insurance Benefits’ section of the Psychologist-Client Services Agreement form for discussion of these issues.
However, for some clients insurance is the only way they can access services. I am a contracted provider with:
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), including Regence and other affiliates
Lifewise
Moda/ODS
Pacific Source
Providence (PBH/UBH)
United Healthcare insurances.
If I am an out of network provider, in most cases I can still provide services but it becomes the client’s responsibility to seek reimbursement from their insurance company.
A: Clients with documented financial hardships may qualify for a discounted session fee.
A: In consideration of other clients, please give 24 hours notice for cancelations or rescheduling. A late cancellation fee will be charged for sessions missed without a 24 hour notice, with a one time exception. The usual fee is due for each missed appointment thereafter.
A: Please see the Forms section of this website for .pdf files. When we have confirmed an appointment, I will email you a set of required forms. These need to be completed and returned prior to our first meeting. You can either fax them back to me at 866.454.1261 or scan and email the encrypted file to info@drspencergriffith.com. You can then text me your name and the password to 503.781.9085.
A: Oregon law currently does not allow Psychologists to write prescriptions. However, I am knowledgeable about psychotropic medications and can work collaboratively with your prescriber to coordinate care.