Rates & FAQ

I specialize in supporting parents who have a history of trauma or difficult family relationships. My clients are often queer people, immigrants, and those who have complex intersectional backgrounds. I love supporting perfectionists, high achievers, entrepreneurs, artists and caregivers.

My standard rate is $200 per session. Please note, there is an additional fee of $25 for the first intake appointment. In alignment with my values I also keep a sliding scale that reflects the socioeconomic realities that impact your ability to access care. Reach out for further clarification.

While I'm currently contracted with Premera and Lifewise, my contract term ends mid 2026. I'm not contracted with any other insurance plans. As I am fully licensed, clients are able to use their FSA/HSA benefits to pay for services. If you would like to use additional Out of Network (OON) Benefits to support you accessing weekly care, I partner with two platforms: Thrizer (https://www.thrizer.com/)and Reimbursify (https://reimbursify.com/individual-page/)to submit electronic claims, receive electronic reimbursement and can significantly reduce the cost of services. But beyond that, here's the extra step I take to support my clients: 1. I offer a complementary review of your specific OON benefits during your free consultation. 2. I help you understand how to take advantage of benefits included in your plan to help reduce the cost of care. 3. I walk you through how to navigate my parter platforms so you can receive reimbursement in a more efficient and straightforward way. 4. If any administrative challenges come up on the back, I'll help you navigate them without charging any extra fees.

Payment is accepted via credit and debit cards (including FSA/HSA) and is collected at the end of each session.

I currently see clients in person in Ballard (Seattle) on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and online on Mondays and Wednesdays. My hours are 10am to 5pm (the last session of the day is 4pm). Given that parenting schedules are often complex, I can be somewhat flexible should you have specific need regarding scheduling. Make sure to discuss this during our consultation.

To support schedule flexiblity by offering three convenient ways to meet: 1. In Person- if you are in the Seattle area, I see clients in the Ballard neighborhood. 2. Virtual- if you are anywhere in Washington, I can see you virtually over zoom or even via phone when video service is spotty. 3. Hybrid- if you want the flexibility to be virtual some days and in person others, we can coordinate day of!

Every new client begins their journey by signing up for a free consultation. (https://sofiyakowellness.sessionshealth.com/) If we find alignment during our chat, I'll offer a Four Session Trial, where we schedule a weekly appointment for four consecutive weeks. At the end of the four weeks we'll have a clear discussion about whether we believe I'm the best clinician to support you in your healing journey. If so, we will commit to ongoing weekly care OR I will offer three referrals tailored specifically to what was missing in our bond. Either way, you'll walk away with more clarity about yourself and what does and doesn't work for you in a therapeutic setting.

I'm an ideal match for clients seeking an emotionally and verbally expressive therapist who is warm and empathetic. I bring my true personality to session- I'll laugh with you. I'll cuss with you. I'll be real with you when you need to hear it. I'll bring my training and relevant techniques to session, but I won't act like I'm the expert on your life. My clients are ready to commit to weekly sessions and comfortable with trying non-traditional approaches to care (breathwork, somatic work, creative activities). Wherever you are on your journey with mental health, I will empower you with creative guidance, motivating you to activate your intuition and pursue joyful growth.

I'm a not an ideal match for clients who are under 18, couples, and clients seeking behavioral intervention or short-term counseling. I don't provide parent coaching, so our time will be focused on you, not your kiddo(s). I am also not a crisis counselor and thus not a fit for clients who have active suicidal ideation, are in recovery from substance use, completing eating disorder treatment, or are experiencing domestic violence.