FAQ

Unfortunately, no. Providing both therapy and coaching to the same client can create confusion and ethical conflicts, as therapists must maintain objectivity and avoid dual relationships. To ensure clear boundaries, it’s recommended that clients choose one path—counseling or coaching—or work with different professionals for each. If you're addressing a mental health condition, counseling would be more appropriate; if you're focusing on personal growth and actionable goals, coaching would be a better fit. If mental health needs arise during coaching, I would refer you to a therapist for specialized care.

Yes! If you feel you can benefit from counseling and coaching you can have both, just like someone might have a therapist and psychiatrist. They both offer different scopes of practice. However, I cannot be both your coach and therapist.

Coaching is not regulated by state licensing, so you can receive coaching regardless of where you are located in the world!
Counseling  is regulated by state licensing boards so to engage in counseling services, you will need to be physically located in one of the 6 states I am licensed in. (MA, CT, NH, VT, ME, and DC) All sessions are conducted remotely.

Unfortunately, I do not accept any insurance. All services are private pay. However your insurance plan may potentially cover some counseling. You will need to check with your insurance to see if you have a PPO and any out-of-network benefits. If so, I can provide a superbill for you to submit to your insurance plan.
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Coaching is an investment in your growth and well-being so medical insurance plans such as out-of-network benefits do not cover this service. You can check with your employer to see if they offer any coaching benefits.

I accept Zelle, Venmo, personal checks, and secure credit card payments using Ivy Pay.
Payments are due at the time of each scheduled appointment.

Good Faith Estimate: By law, if you choose not to use your health insurance and opt to pay for therapy services out of pocket, you are entitled to a Good Faith Estimate of medical costs under the No Surprises Act. Click here for more information.

All sessions are conducted virtually using Google Meet, which is HIPAA-compliant video telehealth platform.
Please be sure to find a private space, free of distractions so that we can be fully engaged in our time together.

If you cannot make your appointment for any reason, please make sure to cancel or reschedule at least 24 hours before our scheduled meeting. If you cancel less than 24 hours in advance or miss your appointment, you will be charged a $150 cancellation/no-show fee.

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Finding the right provider is key to a successful experience. The consultation is an opportunity to meet, ask questions, get a feel for my style and approach, and decide if this service is a match for your needs. After the consultation, if we are a good fit and you decide you would like to begin, we can schedule an intake appointment.
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If you have additional questions before you are ready to book any session, you can email info@alicekimlicsw.com. I will respond within two business days.
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*Please note that visiting this website or requesting a 15-minute consultation does not constitute a professional or therapeutic relationship.