Fees & Insurance
No Insurance? Struggling Financially? I have sliding scale availability starting at a minimum of $50 per session. Please reach out to see if you're eligible for my sliding scale. I'll work with you to keep therapy affordable.
Fees
$140 per 53-minute therapy session. Currently, I only provide services to individuals and am not available for couples, groups, or family sessions. Sessions are conveniently conducted virtually through HIPAA-compliant video calls.
Discounted Rates
Insurance
The following insurance plans are accepted:
Aetna
Anthem
Blue Cross Blue Shield (most plans)
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Choice Health Plan, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas City, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska, Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico, Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina, Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island, Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross of Idaho, Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania, Blue Shield of California, Blue Shield of Northeastern New York, Capital Blue Cross, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, CBA Blue, Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield, Florida Blue, GeoBlue, Independence Blue Cross, Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna and Evernorth
First Choice Health | FCH
First Health
Kaiser, Kaiser HMO, Kaiser PPO
Magellan
Moda Health
MultiPlan, MultiPlan Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
Optum
Premera. Premera Blue Cross
Regence
TriWest
Uniform | UMP
United Medical Resources (UMR)
Insurance billing and benefits verification is handled through my billing partner. Please contact me directly to verify your insurance is accepted.
If your insurance plan includes out-of-network benefits, I can offer you monthly superbills.


Ready to Schedule?
You can choose to book a first session, or take a complimentary 15-minute consultation. I'm here to address any questions you might have.
Insurance Info
What insurances are accepted?
I accept major providers including Premera, LifeWise, most Blue Cross and Blue Shield plans. In the near future, I plan to make most Medicaid/Apple Health insurances.
How to inquire about sliding scale fees?
Please contact me here, and I will respond promptly. Sliding-scale fees are as low as $50 per session, depending on your income level. Availability is limited.
Is co-pay required for sessions?
Co-pays vary depending on your insurance plan but typically apply at the time of session.
Do you accept out-of-network insurance?
Yes, I can provide you with a receipt for out-of-network reimbursements. Clients are respnsible
What about sliding scale fees?
Sliding scale fees are available depending on financial need, and start from $50 per session. Note that availability is limited. Please reach out for more information.
How can I confirm if my insurance is accepted?
To help avoid unexpected costs, please verify your insurance coverage with your insurance provider before your first appointment.

Insurance Verification
I accept several major insurance plans in Washington State. Please contact me here to confirm whether I take yours.
Ryan Shannon, LMHCA, MA, MS
ryan@brainhealtherapy.com
Virtual Therapy in Washington State
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