Therapy and testing fees at Behavioral Health Direct in Baltimore
A clear plan, evidence-based treatment, and therapy or psychological services that are available when you need them. Here's what working with us looks like, and what it costs.
In-person sessions in Mount Washington, Baltimore, a short drive from Pikesville, Owings Mills, and Towson. Virtual sessions available throughout Maryland, including Montgomery County and Frederick.
How treatment starts
Getting started is simple and straightforward. We want it to be easy for you to get the help you need and start feeling better.
Book A free consultation
We talk through what's going on, answer your questions, and walk you through how we'd approach helping you. If it feels like the right fit, we book your first session.
A plan built around you
Using evidence-based models like CBT, ERP, and ACT, we build a treatment plan designed to help with your specific challenges.
Weekly sessions and real practice
Sessions focus on practical, solution-oriented strategies you can put to use right away, reinforced through practice between appointments.
Progress you can measure
Many clients notice real change within 8 to 16 weekly sessions. We stay focused on keeping you moving forward and making sure the time we spend together is genuinely valuable.
We have openings right now for both in-person sessions in Mount Washington and virtual appointments anywhere in Maryland.
Book free consultationWhat sessions cost
Individual therapy session
Weekly sessions using evidence-based models like CBT, ERP, and ACT, built around your goals.
Initial intake evaluation
A full clinical assessment to understand your history and build your treatment plan.
Insurance often covers 50 to 80% of these fees. See how reimbursement works →
Psychological testing
For families and adults who need a formal evaluation. Includes a 60-minute intake, testing sessions, clinical data analysis, a feedback review, and a full written report covering ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning differences.
Testing is conducted by Dr. Temima Schwartz, our licensed psychology associate specializing in psychoeducational and neuropsychological evaluation.
Using your out-of-network benefits
Working out-of-network means treatment isn't limited by what an insurance company decides to approve or how many sessions they'll authorize. Most clients still use their out-of-network benefits, which frequently cover 50 to 80% of fees, and we submit the paperwork for you.
Automated claims and reimbursement
We submit your claim after each session. Your insurance provider processes it and mails your reimbursement directly to you.
Standard superbills
Prefer to submit it yourself? We'll give you an itemized superbill with the medical codes your insurer needs.
HSA and FSA eligible
Sessions and testing both qualify as deductible medical expenses, so pre-tax HSA or FSA funds can cover them directly.
What clients have paid after reimbursement
Based on recent client claims, out-of-pocket costs for a standard $225 session have ranged from $45 to $115 after reimbursement, with many clients landing around $65 to $75. Initial intake costs vary more, largely because that's often the session where a deductible gets met for the year.
Your specific plan and deductible status determine your rate. We handle the claims submission, so there's nothing for you to track down or file yourself.
Figures reflect a small sample of recent clients and aren't a guarantee of your specific benefits.
Need in-network coverage?
For clients requiring strictly in-network coverage, we have licensed staff clinicians who accept CareFirst, Aetna, and United Healthcare directly.
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Smooth, straightforward billing
"From a practical side the billing, consent, and scheduling process with him was always very smooth. I made a lot of progress in a short amount of time."
Lisa L. — Greenbelt, MD
"From an administrative perspective, Yisrael used a helpful platform that handled insurance billing for me. That made billing pretty straightforward."
William S. — Patterson Park, Baltimore
"His approach focuses on what's in your control and how to navigate intense emotions in the present. This is the first therapy experience where I really built confidence in myself and kept working on things on my own."
Miranda M. — Parkton, MD
Common questions about fees and insurance
Do you accept insurance?
We're primarily an out-of-network, private-pay practice. We do offer some in-network coverage through staff clinicians who accept CareFirst, Aetna, and United Healthcare.
What does therapy cost without insurance?
A standard 45-minute session is $225, and the initial 60-minute intake is $300. Many clients use their out-of-network benefits to offset a real portion of that, and we handle the claim submission for you as part of our standard service.
How does out-of-network reimbursement work?
After each session, we submit a claim on your behalf as a standard part of working with us. If you'd rather handle it yourself, we're happy to provide an itemized superbill instead.
What have other clients paid after reimbursement?
Based on recent client claims, out-of-pocket costs for a standard session have ranged from $45 to $115, with many clients landing around $65 to $75. Your specific plan and deductible determine your actual rate.
How long does treatment typically take?
Many clients notice meaningful change within 8 to 16 weekly sessions, though it depends on what you're working through. We build the plan around your specific goals rather than a fixed timeline.
Get started with therapy in Baltimore or anywhere in Maryland
Book a free 15-minute consultation to talk through what's going on and whether this is the right fit. We have openings now.
Prefer to talk first? Call (443) 296-2584 or email info@behavioralhealthdirect.com.