Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

We provide numerous evidence-based therapies that fall under the CBT umbrella, including:

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Behavioral Activation (BA)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Exposure Therapy

Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)

Habit Reversal Training

Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)

Mindful Self Compassion

Mindfulness Based Therapy

Pain Reprocessing Therapy

Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)

Radically-Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT)

Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE)

Written Exposure Therapy (WET)

These approaches are backed by research and tailored to each client’s needs.

We specialize in treating:

• Anxiety

• ADHD

• Bipolar Disorder

• Borderline Personality Disorder

• Child Behavioral Concerns

• Chronic Pain

• College Students

• Depression

• Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

• Health and Illness Anxiety

• Insomnia

• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

• Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD)

• Panic Disorder

• Perfectionism

• Phobias

• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

• Pregnancy and Postpartum Anxiety and Depression

• Seasonal Affective Disorder

• Self-Esteem / Self-Compassion

• Social Anxiety

Foothills CBT works with people across the lifespan:

• Children: ages 3 to 12, including parent-involved treatments such as PCIT

• Teens: ages 13 to 18

• College students and young adults

• Adults and older adults

During intake, our intake coordinator matches each client with a clinician who specializes in their age group and concerns.

Yes. In addition to in-person sessions at our Boulder, CO office, we offer secure virtual therapy for clients anywhere in Colorado and in many other states through PSYPACT. This provides flexibility and access to treatment for busy schedules, students, and families.

Yes. For children and teens, we involve parents when clinically appropriate. Treatments like PCIT and DBT often require parent participation to support skill-building at home.

Foothills CBT is a group psychology practice in Boulder, CO, with licensed psychologists and doctoral-level clinicians completing supervised hours toward licensure in Colorado. Every clinician holds or is completing a doctoral degree in psychology, and clinicians in training work closely with a licensed psychologist. Browse our team's bios and tell us who you'd like to work with, and our intake coordinator will match you with the right fit, based on your goals and availability. Meet our team.

We do not work with insurance companies directly. This allows us to focus on excellent care and the flexibility to tailor treatment to your needs: how often we meet, how long treatment lasts, and which approach we use are decided by you and your psychologist, not by a health plan. Many of our clients use their out-of-network benefits, and we make that process as straightforward as we can.

What does a session cost? Fees for new clients range from $170 to $250.

Can my insurance reimburse me? Often, yes. If your plan includes out-of-network mental health benefits, we provide a superbill: an itemized statement with the service and diagnosis codes your plan requires. You submit it to your insurance company, and they reimburse you directly. The amount depends on your plan's deductible, coinsurance, and allowed amount, so we encourage every client to check their benefits before beginning.

How do I find out what my plan will cover? A short call to the member services number on your insurance card will usually answer it. We suggest asking:

1. Do I have out-of-network benefits for outpatient mental health care?

2. What is my out-of-network deductible, and how much of it have I met this year?

3. Once the deductible is met, what percentage does my plan reimburse?

4. What is the allowed amount for CPT codes 90791 (initial evaluation) and 90834 (psychotherapy, 38-52 minutes)?

5. Is preauthorization required?

6. How do I submit a superbill, and how long does reimbursement usually take?

7. If you plan to see a psychologist candidate: does my plan reimburse services provided by a postdoctoral fellow under a licensed psychologist's supervision?

Why do some clients choose to pay privately even with insurance? When no claim is submitted, your diagnosis and treatment information stay between you and your psychologist. There are also no limits on the number of sessions and no need for a health plan to authorize continued care. Some clients use their benefits, some do not, and many decide after their first few sessions.

Can I use a Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA)? In most cases, yes. Psychotherapy is generally an eligible medical expense. Please check with your plan administrator if you are unsure.

Session fees at Foothills CBT range from $170 to $250 per appointment, depending on the provider's specialization and experience. All of our clinicians hold or are completing a doctoral degree in psychology and tailor appointments to your specific needs using proven, evidence-based approaches.

Our psychologists do not prescribe medication, but we work closely with trusted psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, and primary care providers in the Boulder area. If medication may be helpful, your psychologist can discuss the options with you, recommend a prescriber, and, with your written permission, coordinate with them so that your therapy and medication care work together. If you already see a prescriber, we are glad to collaborate with them as well. For many concerns, including anxiety, OCD, insomnia, and depression, evidence-based therapy is an effective treatment on its own or alongside medication.

We'd love to hear from you! You can schedule a free 15-minute consultation using our Calendly link, or contact us through our website form. We aim to offer same-week appointments whenever possible.

If we're a good fit for your needs, we'll schedule a 60-minute initial consultation where we'll get to know you better, identify your goals, and provide personalized treatment recommendations.