Mental Health Insurance: Before the millennium, many Americans lacked mental health insurance. The Affordable Care Act (aka, Obamacare) expanded on the Mental Health Parity Act to require most insurance plans to cover therapy and treatment for psychiatric disorders. With it, millions of Americans had new access to behavioral health coverage, insurance that would pay (atContinue reading Mental Heath Insurance – To Claim or Not to Claim?
Shattering the Political Blank Screen
As a therapist-in-training, I was taught to keep my cards close to my chest. Many of my mentors advocated for minimal personal disclosure, suggesting that revealing this type of information could dilute the therapeutic relationship. They instead recommended a neutral stance, a maintenance of what therapists call the “blank screen.” But, I’m going to shatter thatContinue reading Shattering the Political Blank Screen
New Year, New Insurance Plan? Gatewell’s Primer on Finding the Health Insurance That’s Right for You
It’s that time of year again – time for open enrollment in the health insurance world. Are you confused by all the terms and choices? Gatewell finds all of the options overwhelming, and we’re in the business!  So, we’ve compiled this guide to help you sort out some of the key decisions associated with choosing a plan.Continue reading New Year, New Insurance Plan? Gatewell’s Primer on Finding the Health Insurance That’s Right for You
