Do you offer a free Consultation?

Yes, I offer a free, 15-min phone consultation. You can book a consultation online, call or text me at 508-203-1521, or email me at jessica@jessicapoulsenphd.com to schedule a consultation.

Do you take insurance?

Yes, I take Aetna and Carelon insurance in CA and MA through Alma; Alma can help you verify the terms of your insurance. If you would like to use your Aetna insurance, I will help you sign up through Alma.

I also take Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts; if you BCBS or Anthem in a different state, I may be able to see you if your insurance is a part of the Blue Card Program, which is usually indicated by a suitcase symbol on the bottom right corner of your insurance card. If you are unsure, feel free to contact me and I can help you look into your eligibility.

Additionally, I am contracted with Boston College as a preferred healthcare provider. This means that, if you are a Boston College student and have BC’s student insurance, I can see you using your student insurance plan.

I also accept most PPO insurance policies as an Out-of-Network Provider. Each plan is slightly different in terms of what they will reimburse. Before beginning therapy, contact your insurance carrier to verify your specific benefits. When using insurance, you are still responsible for payment at the time of our session. I can provide you with a monthly super bill that you can submit to your insurance for reimbursement.

What is psychodynamic Therapy?

Psychodynamic therapy is a type of therapy that focuses on reoccurring themes and patterns in the client’s life, with an emphasis on understanding how the client’s past impacts the present. It is a relational approach in which interpersonal dynamics are examined, including the interpersonal relationship between the therapist and client. To learn more about psychodynamic therapy and its efficacy, read the following article by Jonathan Shedler.

How long are sessions?

I provide therapy that consists of at least once weekly, 50 minute sessions. Most clients I see work with me for at least 6 months, if not for several years.

Where are you located?

I am currently seeing clients in California and Massachusetts online via a HIPPA-compliant teleahealth platform.