Therapeutic Approaches Used by Hallie:

Hallie is trained in a variety of evidence-based clinical modalities to provide a comprehensive and personalized approach to psychotherapy. During your initial assessment, Hallie will work closely with you to understand your unique challenges, goals, and history. Based on this assessment, Hallie will identify the most effective therapy techniques to address your specific needs and support your growth.

Some of the modalities Hallie uses include:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  CBT is a structured, goal-oriented approach that helps you identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. By learning to reframe negative thinking, you can reduce emotional distress and improve decision-making, leading to healthier actions and a more balanced mindset.

• Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
  Developed specifically for trauma survivors, CPT helps individuals process traumatic events and the way these events shape their thoughts and behaviors. By learning to challenge distorted thoughts about trauma, CPT helps you break free from unhelpful patterns and begin healing from the emotional and psychological impacts of trauma.

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  ACT combines mindfulness techniques with behavioral change strategies. The goal is not to avoid or suppress uncomfortable emotions, but to accept them and move forward in ways that align with your core values. ACT encourages psychological flexibility, helping you act in ways that enrich your life, even in the face of challenges.
  

• Family-Based Therapy (FBT) for Eating Disorders
  Family-Based Therapy (FBT), also known as the Maudsley Approach, is an evidence-based treatment specifically designed to support individuals struggling with eating disorders, particularly adolescents. Unlike traditional therapy, which often focuses solely on the individual, FBT recognizes that family dynamics and involvement play a crucial role in the recovery process.
  

• Enhanced Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (E-CBT)
  An advanced, integrative approach to treating eating disorders that combines the core principles of traditional Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with additional strategies to address the emotional and psychological complexities of eating disorders. E-CBT is designed to help individuals identify and change the patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that contribute to the maintenance of their eating disorder. This approach is especially effective for individuals who may have been struggling with eating disorders for an extended period, or who have not responded to standard CBT.
  
  In E-CBT, Hallie works to address the underlying emotional difficulties that often drive disordered eating behaviors, such as body image issues, low self-esteem, anxiety, and trauma. The therapy also focuses on building emotional resilience and enhancing self-compassion, two key areas that can help individuals break free from the cycle of disordered eating.
  

• Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT)
  RO-DBT is designed for individuals who experience difficulties with emotional over-control and social connection. This approach helps you develop greater openness and flexibility in both your emotions and relationships, encouraging a balance between self-control and emotional expression.
  
  

• Christian-Centered Therapy
  (For clients who desire) Christian-Centered Therapy integrates spiritual and biblical principles into traditional therapeutic approaches.
  Hallie believes your spiritual beliefs and practices are a meaningful part of who you are. As part of a whole-person approach to care, she offers the option to integrate your faith into the therapeutic process—at your pace and in the ways that feel most authentic to you. Whether that includes prayer, biblical principles, or mindfulness rooted in your values, Hallie is here to support you as you draw strength from your faith in the moments you need it most.
  
  By tailoring treatment to fit your individual needs, Hallie can guide you toward meaningful change in a way that feels most comfortable and effective for you. Together, we will identify the right therapeutic approach to support your journey.

Insurance & Payment Information:

I am currently in-network with the following insurance providers:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)

• Aetna

• Quest Behavioral Health

• Carelon Behavioral Health

• Cigna

For all other insurance providers, I am considered an out-of-network provider.

What This Means for You:

If your insurance provider is not listed above, I will bill you directly at the time of your session. I will then provide you with a superbill—a detailed receipt that you can submit to your insurance company for potential out-of-network reimbursement.

Many clients are successfully able to use their out-of-network benefits to help cover the cost of therapy. To determine your coverage, I recommend contacting your insurance provider directly and asking the following questions:

Questions to Ask Your Insurance Company:

• What are my out-of-network mental health benefits?

• What is my deductible, and has it been met?

• Do I (or my child) need a referral from a primary care provider?

• How many therapy sessions are covered per year?

• Can I request in-network coverage for this therapist due to their specialization?

Helpful Billing Codes for Insurance Inquiries:

When speaking with your insurance provider, you may be asked for the following service codes:

• 90791 – Initial Diagnostic Assessment

• 90834 – 45-minute Therapy Session

• 90837 – 53-60 Minute Therapy Session

Important Note:

You may see my name associated with your insurance network due to my work at the Children’s Hospital, where I provide inpatient services. Please note that I am only considered in-network within the hospital setting, not at my private outpatient clinic.

Insurance Credentialing Update:

I am currently in the process of credentialing with most major insurance companies. As these contracts are finalized, I will update this page with any new in-network affiliations.

If you have any questions or need help navigating the reimbursement process, feel free to reach out. I’m happy to provide any necessary documentation to support your claims.

Clients are responsible for checking their own insurance benefits.

Please contact Hallie to inquire about rates for services.

Fee’s are due at the time of service. We will provide a superbill in case you wish to seek out-of-network reimbursement directly from your insurance carrier.  We will also provide a “Good Faith Estimate” summarizing the anticipated cost of your services when you initiate treatment.  

As of January 1, 2022, state-licensed or certified health care providers need to give a Good Faith Estimate of healthcare charges to every client who is either uninsured or is not planning to submit a claim to their insurance for the healthcare services they seek. As an out-of-network provider many of our clients will choose to not submit to their insurance provider, therefore, they are eligible to receive a Good Faith Estimate. The Good Faith Estimate is included in the Client Agreement form that new clients complete prior to the initial assessment.

Your appointment time is reserved just for you. If you need to cancel or reschedule, please provide at least 24 hours' notice. Late cancellations or missed appointments without notice will result in a full session fee, unless there are extenuating circumstances. I understand that life happens—please reach out as soon as you're able.

Telehealth allows your child to receive high-quality therapy from the comfort and safety of home. Sessions take place via a secure, HIPAA-compliant video platform, and is designed to be engaging, interactive, and age-appropriate.

Before the first session, you'll receive a link and simple instructions to join the video call. For younger children a parent or caregiver may be asked to join for part—or all—of the session to help with communication, technology, or emotional support. Older children, and teens often attend sessions more independently, with periodic check-ins from parents/caregivers. Young adults may attend therapy by themselves, but are welcome to invite people from their support network to join sessions.

Therapy activities might include conversation, creative expression (like drawing or play), and skill-building exercises. Hallie works to build a strong connection with each client, even through a screen, and helps them feel safe, seen, and understood.

Telehealth is flexible, convenient, and effective—and Hallie will guide you every step of the way to make sure you or your child gets the support that is needed.

Confidentiality and Privacy Risks:
While email can be a convenient way to communicate, please be aware that it is not a fully secure method of communication. Despite efforts to maintain confidentiality, emails can be vulnerable to interception, unauthorized access, and other security breaches. As a result, the confidentiality of sensitive information cannot be guaranteed.

Limits of Email Communication:
Email should not be used for emergencies, urgent matters, or to communicate critical information. If you are experiencing a crisis or need immediate support, please reach out to emergency services by calling 911 or 988.

Response Time:
Please note that emails may not be checked immediately. Hallie will make every effort to respond within 24 business hours.

Scope of Services:
Email communication is not a substitute for therapy sessions. While I am happy to respond to general inquiries or non-urgent matters via email, all therapeutic work will take place within scheduled appointments.

Professional Boundaries:
Please ensure that any email communication is respectful and professional. To maintain appropriate boundaries, we ask that you refrain from sending personal content unrelated to your therapy work.

Informed Consent:
By communicating with me via email, you acknowledge and accept the risks and limitations associated with this form of communication, as outlined above. If you have concerns about the use of email or prefer a different method of communication, please discuss this with me during our sessions.

Ezer Psychotherapy
Effective Date: August 1, 2025

At Ezer Psychotherapy, we are committed to maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of our clients' personal and health information. This Privacy Practice Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information and outlines your rights under applicable privacy laws.

1. Information We Collect

In the course of providing therapy services, we collect personal information from clients, which may include:

• Demographic Information: Name, address, phone number, date of birth, gender, insurance details, etc.

• Health Information: Mental health history, diagnoses, treatment plans, therapy notes, medication history, and other health-related details.

• Payment Information: Billing information, payment methods, and insurance claims.

• Communication Records: Any communications between you and our staff, including email, phone conversations, and session notes.

2. Use of Information

We use your personal and health information to provide high-quality therapy services, including:

• Treatment: To assess your needs, plan your treatment, and provide ongoing therapy.

• Billing and Payment: To process payment for services rendered, submit insurance claims, and manage billing records.

• Legal and Regulatory Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards.

• Appointment Scheduling: To schedule, confirm, or reschedule appointments.

3. Confidentiality of Your Information

Your personal and health information is strictly confidential. We will not disclose or share your information without your consent, except in the following circumstances:

• Emergency Situations: If there is a serious risk of harm to you or others, we may disclose information to protect your safety or the safety of others.

• Legal Requirements: If required by law or court order, we may be obligated to release information (e.g., subpoenas, legal investigations).

• Clinical Supervision: Your information may be shared with a supervisor or colleague for the purpose of improving treatment, but identifying details will be kept to a minimum.

• Billing/Insurance: If you have provided insurance information, your personal and health information may be shared with your insurer for the purpose of processing claims.

4. Your Rights

As a client, you have several important rights regarding your personal and health information:

• Right to Access: You have the right to request a copy of your health records and treatment notes, with some exceptions as permitted by law.

• Right to Correct Information: If you believe any of your personal or health information is incorrect or incomplete, you can request corrections.

• Right to Confidentiality: You can request restrictions on the use and disclosure of your information. While we will make every effort to accommodate such requests, there may be instances where we are required by law to disclose information.

• Right to Revoke Consent: If you have previously consented to sharing information with third parties (e.g., insurance providers), you can revoke that consent at any time in writing, except where we are required by law to maintain or disclose information.

• Right to File a Complaint: If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you have the right to file a complaint with us or the relevant regulatory authority (e.g., Department of Health and Human Services in the U.S.).

5. Safeguarding Your Information

We take appropriate measures to protect your personal and health information, including:

• Physical Security: Secure storage of paper records in locked files or cabinets.

• Electronic Security: Use of encryption, firewalls, and secure passwords for electronic records.

• Staff Training: Regular training for all staff on the importance of confidentiality and privacy protection.

• Disposal of Information: Safe disposal of paper records (e.g., shredding) and secure deletion of electronic records when no longer needed.

6. Third-Party Services

We may contract with third-party services (e.g., billing services, software providers) to support our operations. These services are required to comply with strict confidentiality agreements to ensure the protection of your information.

7. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Practice Policy as needed. Any significant changes will be communicated to you directly, and the updated policy will be available on our website or upon request.

8. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns regarding your privacy or this policy, please contact us.