JL Psychotherapy is considered an out-of-network provider and accepts self-pay only. Some clients with insurance are eligible for reimbursement or a portion of the fees from their insurance company; however, it is the client’s responsibility to confirm with their insurance carrier.

We can provide a "superbill" to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.

What does this mean for you?

We do not accept insurance for several valid reasons. By not accepting insurance, we can ensure our work stays with you and JL Psychotherapy. This means that your treatment can be paced according to your needs and timeline—not the insurance company’s needs or timeline. There is no need for referrals or multiple administrative appointments to figure out coverage, billing, or the insurance company’s complex processes.

The benefit of having no insurance is that you do not have to provide a written diagnosis from your primary care physician to seek treatment.

This simplifies your experience.

To determine if you will be reimbursed for JL Psychotherapy services by your insurance, the first thing you should do is contact them directly. Make sure to get everything in writing or have a link to a policy reference to substantiate your claim for reimbursement.

Further questions to ask your insurance company.

• How much does my plan reimburse for an out-of-network provider?

• What percentage of the fee will I be reimbursed?

• How will I be reimbursed?

• Is approval required from my primary care physician?

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

• What is the coverage amount per therapy session?

• Are there any restrictions regarding the type of therapy or the practitioner’s credentials?

• Are there any other restrictions I should know about or any questions I should ask?

We can provide you with a reimbursement document/’superbill’ to submit to your insurance company. It is your responsibility to check with your insurance provider about the dynamics of accepting an out-of-network provider.

Please review our fees here.

JL Psychotherapy and Counseling’s main belief is to treat each individual based on their unique background, needs, and current issues, using a holistic approach that takes into account their culture and generation. We provide personalized therapy after an initial assessment using the latest empirically supported modalities. Our services focus on assisting individuals with trauma, stress, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, other trauma-related concerns, mood, and depression.

JL Psychotherapy and Counseling has experience working with trauma, OCD, eating disorders, psychotic disorders, non-schizophrenic psychosis, and mood disorders. We do not treat psychotic and mood disorders that are not stable or in remission, but we have a deep understanding of their impact due to our extensive experience.

We specialize in -

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is an empirically supported treatment that focuses on examining and modifying problematic thoughts & behaviors that contribute to and maintain emotional stressors (e.g., anxiety and depression).

• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) DBT is a modified type of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with goals to aid in living in the moment and developing helpful ways to cope with stress, regulate emotions, and improve relationships.

• Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is a specific form of CBT for overcoming the symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder. Jenny Li is certified to provide ExRP treatment.

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): ACT is an empirically supported treatment that reduces experiential avoidance and allows space for internal experiences to live a valued life.

• Prolonged Exposure (PE): A specific cognitive behavioral therapy modality that focuses on gradually approaching trauma-related memories and feelings.

• Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR): Structured therapy to address trauma memories in combination with bilateral stimulation (eye movements).

• Internal Family Systems (IFS) is an evidence-based integrative modality that supports the treatment of traumas and deeply rooted negative core beliefs. Jenny is a Level 2 trained IFS therapist.

• Emotionally Focused Family Therapy (EFFT): Evidence-based family modality supporting resilience and restoring connection within the family systems.

JL Psychotherapy is mainly a teletherapy practice for residents of California, Kansas, Arizona, and New Mexico. Limited in-person sessions are offered in Carlsbad, CA. JL Psychotherapy is a HIPAA-compliant practice that utilizes Zoom and Simple Practice for sessions.

We offer teletherapy for several valid reasons.

You can begin the healing process on your own terms, in a comfortable space, without a commute or in-person interaction.

You can begin healing without sacrificing your personal time, gas, or other expenses. Log in a few minutes before your appointment, and the process starts. It is that simple.

Why do we do it? It simplifies your experience.

Phase One - Consultation

Initial 15-minute consultation

Your initial consultation is at no cost. The initial consultation is virtual. The intake form will allow you to share details about your past, present, and future states and the struggles you’re currently experiencing.

Phase Two - Initial Assessment/Intake and Personalized Treatment Planning

75-minute Initial Session*

During the first session, the focus is on gathering information, exploring further what has brought you to therapy, and collaboratively identifying treatment goals. You will be able to ask questions and discuss expectations for therapy.

Before ending our initial meeting you will be presented a personalized treatment plan and overview as well as a recommendation for frequency of sessions. You are empowered to schedule as many sessions as you feel are applicable.

Phase Three - Prescribed Virtual Therapy Sessions And Treatment Plan Review

50-minute Ongoing Sessions**

Explore and deeply identify what is holding you back. As we accomplish goals and progress, the plan we developed in Phase Two becomes clear.

We strive for a simplified experience. Please let us know if you ever feel we have not accomplished a simplified experience.

**15-minute add-ons available - schedule permitting.

We believe the following structure provides the best results.

Weekly sessions are typically recommended and may be required in some cases. A minimum of 10-12 consecutive sessions is often suggested for optimal progress before transitioning to less frequent sessions. This structure helps build rapport, maintain momentum, and support meaningful therapeutic outcomes. This process will be determined collaboratively depending on what you seek therapy for.

We will work with you to develop a plan that best meets your needs and provides a simplified experience.

Short-term therapy is advisable for a minimum of 12 sessions. Longer sessions can be arranged as needed and are recommended for biweekly appointments.

JL Psychotherapy will work with you to develop a plan that best meets your needs. Longer sessions can be arranged as needed and are recommended for biweekly appointments.

You can download Zoom for your desktop computer/client at the following locations.

• PC Installation

• Mac Installation (Intel based)

• Mac Install (Apple Silicon)

• Linux

• ChromeOS

You can download Zoom for your desktop at the following locations.

• Apple App Store

• Google Play Store