Frequently Asked Questions

What are your fees?

Each session is 50 minutes in length and is $140 per session. The fee is due in full at the time services are rendered unless previous arrangements have been made.

Do you accept insurance?

My practice is now a provider for Headway.co and is able to offer in-network benefits for United Healthcare, Oscar Health, Aetna, and Oxford. If you have this type of insurance and plan to use it to cover the cost of your sessions please let me know so I can send you the necessary intake paperwork. Otherwise, I am able to give clients a SuperBill so that they may  submit to their insurance carrier for reimbursement.  

Can I seek reimbursements from my insurance company?

I provide receipts (SuperBills) to help assist you in seeking reimbursement from insurance plans. This usually is done once a month, and please let me know if you will be submitting to your insurance carrier. You will need to contact your insurance company directly and ask them if they cover an out-of-network counselor who is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the State of Texas and how to seek reimbursements after paying for your own sessions.  *Please note that when submitting receipts for your reimbursement, insurance companies require that I provide a mental health diagnosis. This diagnosis will become a part of your permanent medical record.

Do you accept credit cards?

I accept all major credit cards and can set up autopay for your convenience. I also am able to accept FSA/HSA cards. If your appointment is cancelled within the 24-hour required window, your card is not charged.

Do you have a cancellation policy?

I require a 24-hour minimum cancellation window to allow waitlist individuals an opportunity to be seen. For appointments canceled with less than 24 hours notice and for no shows, you will be charged the full session fee. Exceptions are made due to extenuating circumstances and are at the full discretion of the therapist.

How do I schedule an appointment?

You can either send me a message on the contact page or email me directly at gilleanwademft@gmail.com.  I am in the office on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.  Please let me know your availability and I will try my best to accommodate.  After we confirm an available time, I will email you some intake forms that you may fill out through a secure online portal.

What should I expect for my first session?

The first time we meet, I will focus on hearing what brings you into counseling, current and past issues that may have led to any of the difficulties you are experiencing.  We will explore what your goals are counseling and answer any questions you might have. For child clients I generally schedule the first session with the parents and wait to meet the child on the second session.

How long is each session?

Each session is 50 minutes long.

Who do you work with?

I work with individuals, children, couples, and families. You can read more about each on my services page.

Do you text your clients?

If the client agrees to be contacted via text message, I text for scheduling purposes ONLY. I do not do any therapeutic, session, or issue processing via text messages.

How long does treatment typically last, and how often?

The duration of treatment varies with each situation. Treatment can be effective within the first several weeks. For more intense concerns, the length of treatment can extend for longer periods of time. Frequency of treatment varies with each individual as well. However, several general guidelines are suggested. Weekly appointments are recommended at first, primarily to gain relational comfort and consistency then things can be adapted according to goals and depending on the unique needs of the individual.

Do you prescribe medication?

No, I do not prescribe medication. That is done exclusively by a psychiatrist or a primary care doctor.  I am able to offer a list of referrals for psychiatrists and primary care doctors.

What are your credentials and where have you worked before?

I received my Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy from Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, California.  I completed my practicum at the Glen Roberts Child Study Center in Glendale, CA and her internship at the Child & Family Center in Santa Clarita, CA.  In 2013 I l moved to College Station where I began working at the A&M Christian Counseling Center in Bryan, TX. In January 2020 I opened a private practice. I am licensed in the state of Texas as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (License #20256).