The purpose of a consultation is to determine the intention for services; to begin laying out a plan of action. This is an opportunity for us to determine if we are a good fit for each other. If it is determined this relationship is not a good fit, Seaside Life Services will support you in finding a therapist who can better assist your needs. ​ In your phone/video consultation we will discuss: ​ Your reason for seeking services and the type of support services best suited to meet your needs. Seaside Life Services therapeutic style and treatment modalities. The No Surprises Act (Good Faith Estimate), Seaside Life Services fee schedule, and your sliding scale options. How to schedule and what to expect in your intake session. Any additional questions or concerns you may have. It's natural to be nervous. You aren't expected to schedule right away or at all.

Congratulations! You have embarked on the next step in your journey. Your intake appointment is not a format of sessions to come. This is an opportunity to start building the therapeutic relationship and framework for your therapeutic sessions. ​ After your consultation appointment, you will be invited to complete your client portal and schedule your intake session. Once your appointment request has been received and accepted, you will receive an email notifying you to sign-in and complete the intake, assessment, consent, and financial forms. It is imperative these forms are read carefully and completed prior to your scheduled session. Failure to do so may cause a delay in service or cancelation of your appointment. ​ Seaside Life Services will review your completed paperwork with you addressing any areas for concern and questions needed to streamline your therapeutic process. Together, your goals and timelines for treatment will be determined.

It's time to get to work! The intake session provided us a plan to work from. The therapeutic process can begin. The appointment location will be depending on your individual situation. The structure will be determined on your individual goals for treatment and the information discussed during your appointment. ​ You can expect to revisit information discussed in previous appointments. Assessments can happen at any time; this is a normal part of therapy. You can expect realignment of goals, as goals are completed or as your situation changes; your goals for treatment will change as well. An increase or decrease in service, referrals for additional support or a higher level of care, or completion/termination of services. ​ Communication is key to any relationship. If you have a question or concern, you are encouraged to address them. As with any relationship it takes time to develop a rhythm. Do not worry, we will get there.

Seaside Life Services is currently accepting new clients. Appointments can be booked by calling 925-414-1581 or visiting the client portal. Seaside Life Services also offers a free consultation.

Seaside Life Services does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment by calling 925-414-1581 or visiting the client portal.

Same day and next day appointments are available via telehealth pending availability on the schedule. If you don't see the day and time you are requesting in the client portal, call 925.414.1581 to schedule your appointment.

Seaside Life Services is not in network with any insurance panels or EAP (Employee Assistance Programs) and does not provide superbills, OON (Out of Network), or courtesy billing. Seaside Life Services is a private pay (cash-based) business. A sliding scale fee schedule is available for those with financial hardships. Seaside Services does work in collaboration with the Open Path Collective, a non-profit organization that assist uninsured and under-insured clients in seeking affordable therapy. There are limited appointment slots available for Open Path members.

Seaside Life Services provides individual, couples, family, and group services. An intake session is required for all services. Therapeutic Services $190.00 Intake - Individuals, Couples, Families, Group $165.00 Per Individual Session $175.00 Per Couples*/Families $65.00 Per Group Session Non-Therapeutic Services Court-Ordered Anger Management $175.00 Intake $75.00 Assessment $65.00 Per Group Session $100.00 Per Individual Session Life Skills Support $175.00 Intake $200.00 Assessment $65.00 Per Group Session $100.00 Per Individual Session * Gottman Relationship Analysis and Gottman Relationship Builder available at an additional fee. Contact Seaside Life Services to learn more.

Please do not be discouraged from contacting Seaside Life Services. Often, Seaside Life Services can meet you where you are, and together we can reach acceptable service fee. If a fee arrangement cannot be met, Seaside Life Services will provide you referrals to low-fee therapist that may be able to help you.

The Good Faith Estimate is an estimate of what you can expect to pay for your medical/mental health treatment. No Surprises Act - Good Faith Estimate YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO RECEIVE A “GOOD FAITH ESTIMATE” EXPLAINING HOW MUCH YOUR MEDICAL CARE WILL COST Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services. You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees. Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least one (1) business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your healthcare provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service. If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises.

Yes! You will receive a Good Faith Estimate (GFE) upon scheduling your initial appointment.

Do to the unpredictability of insurance coverage, limited coverage to certain diagnosable mental health conditions, and limits to client confidentiality, Seaside Life Services has chosen not to take insurance. Having this policy allows for more individualized care and more control over client confidentiality.

Seaside Life Services offers virtual appointments via telehealth within the State of California. Outdoor Walk-Talk Therapy locations vary by location in Solano County.