Frequently Asked Questions

Office Hours:
Dr. Marks is currently accepting new appointments in her private practice setting. Her schedule is flexible and she has both morning and evening appointments available. You may find her contact information on the Contact Dr. Marks page.

Consultation:
Dr. Marks can set up a free 15 minute phone consultation when you call. After the consultation, you can decide whether to set up a first appointment in the office, or Dr. Marks can refer you to another professional if you need a different specialty or setting. Dr. Marks has many contacts within the psychological community and is happy to refer you to another appropriate professional or setting as needed.

Fees:
Dr. Marks’s fees range from full fee to sliding scale. She will discuss fees with you when you call for a consultation. Her philosophy is that people should be able to afford therapy comfortably on a weekly basis and she will work with you to ensure that you are comfortable with the fee. If you cannot reach a mutual fee agreement, she can refer you to a different clinician or setting.

Insurance:
Dr. Marks does not currently accept insurance but may do so in the future. Generally, you will pay Dr. Marks directly and she will give you a statement at the end of each month. You can then turn in this statement to your insurance company for reimbursement.

Payment:
Dr. Marks does not accept credit cards. Clients pay with a check or cash at the beginning of their regular scheduled session.

What Can Therapy Do For You?
Therapy can help you to gain insight, self-awareness and empowerment in your life. Dr. Marks will work with you to understand any issues and patterns of behavior that are holding you back at this point and time from achieving those things. She will help you to set goals for change and to work to achieve them. Therapy can give you the opportunity to gain personal strength and to make the best choices for yours elf and your future.