Frequently Asked Questions 

Are you accepting new patients?
Yes.

How do I schedule appointments with Dr. Sanchez?
To make or change your appointment please call the office at (305) 537-2739.

How do I get started in therapy with Dr. Sanchez?
The first thing to do is contact the office to schedule an Initial Consultation. During this time, Dr. Sanchez can learn more about your situation and formulate a plan to assist you. If Dr. Sanchez determines that he can help you, the next step is to set up subsequent appointments.

What happens if you can't help me with my problem?

If your problem needs expertise outside of Dr. Sanchez's practice area, or if for any reason the therapeutic relationship cannot go further than the initial assessment, Dr. Sanchez will provide you with appropriate referrals.

Where is your office located?  
Our office is located in South Miami Beach. To get driving directions, please visit the Contact Info/Map page on this site.

How long will it take to solve my problem?

How long it will take you to reach your goals will vary depending on you, your circumstances, and your problem.

Are Sessions Private?

My practice is HIPAA compliant.  This means I adhere to "The Privacy Rule", a federal regulation under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, which governs the protection of your healthcare information.  More information regarding the HIPAA Privacy Policy can be found in your intake paperwork.

How much do you charge for your services?

Dr. Sanchez charges $150 for Individual Initial Consultation sessions and $185 for Couples/Family Initial Consultation sessions.  
Dr. Sanchez charges $120 for a 50-minute individual psychotherapy session and $135 for Couples/Family Sessions.  There are also several prepaid packages you may consider that offer savings.  For more information, please see the Fees page. 

A sliding scale fee is available under special circumstances. 

What are my payment options? 
Accepted forms of payment include cash and checks.    You may also pay via credit or debit card using PayPal on the Make a Secure payment page.  All payments must be made at the time services are provided.

Do you accept insurance?

No. At this time, Dr. Sanchez has chosen not to accept insurance. However, Dr. Sanchez can provide you with documentation to submit to your insurance carrier for self-reimbursement. You will need to call your insurance company to ask about your mental health "out-of-network" benefits to see what, if anything, is covered/reimbursed.

What happens if I am late for an appointment?
When you are late, Dr. Sanchez can only see you until the rest of your scheduled session (i.e., If you arrive 15 minutes late, you will only have 35 minutes left of your 50-minute session.) If possible, Dr. Sanchez will try to provide you with additional time. He cannot, however, run into other patients' time.  You will be charged for the full time of your appointment.

What happens if I have to cancel an appointment?
If you cancel 24 hours before your appointment, you can reschedule your appointment with Dr. Sanchez at the earliest available session. If you cancel less than 24 hours and it is not an emergency, you are charged for your session.

What do I do if I have an emergency?
Dr. Sanchez is available outside of office hours for emergencies only. If you are a patient of Dr. Sanchez, call the main office number and leave a message. Dr. Sanchez will return your call as soon as is possible.  If you cannot reach Dr. Sanchez soon enough, and it is an emergency you may call 9-1-1.

Why Should I Consult a Therapist?

There are any number of good reasons why you might want to talk with a professional about your problems. People typically see a psychotherapist because they have problems they would like to discuss with someone who is unbiased and impartial, someone who is not going to judge them based on their problems. Psychotherapists are bound by confidentiality, which means that unless you are a danger to yourself or others, or if you have knowledge of child abuse, that what you say in the therapy room stays in the therapy room. This usually makes it much easier to discuss your problems. Going to therapy does not mean that you are "crazy"; quite the opposite, it means that you are acknowledging that you have a problem in your life that you would like to deal with, rather than letting it get worse. It takes courage to go and talk to a therapist, but the rewards are usually worth the risk of telling someone else about your life. Most importantly, psychotherapists are trained to help people with a wide variety of difficulties, including issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, substance abuse, sexual/physical/emotional abuse, trauma and PTSD, ADHD, life transitions, self esteem issues and many others.

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