Let’s get curious
Being Autistic is never something you should feel bad or shameful about. Brain diversity is embraced, highlighted and celebrated here at Bounce Mental Health. Come get curious how to discover the authentic you!
Adult Individual Therapy
Approach
Bounce Mental Health focuses treatment on:
Your strengths and current abilities
Affirming your neurotype and finding ways to work with it, instead of trying to "cure" or "fix" it
Providing education to help you learn more about your brain and how it navigates the world
Brain and body based techniques to help recover your body
Coping skills and practical tools to put you back in control of your life
Sessions
Weekly or bi-weekly sessions
Typically 45-50 minutes long
Rates are $240 per session (sliding scale available)
You have wondered, researched, and discovered that you might be Autistic. Finally feeling like you understand more about who you are and how you see the world is life changing. Come continue your discovery journey with me, an Autistic therapist, with an affirming Autism assessment. Let's explore!
Tier 1
Exploration Session
$200
Exploration Session Structure
1 hour session
Explore some of your experiences
Discuss the pros and cons of assessment and whether assessment is right for you
Ask any questions you may have
What you will get
Meeting with a queer therapist who has various neurodivergent experiences both personally and professionally
List of resources, self exploration assessment tools, and referrals tailored to the next steps for you
Psycho-education on neurodivergence (Autism, ADHD, and others)
Materials ahead of time to accommodate different brain and learning types
Affirming care where you are not seen as broken, disordered, or as the problem
An exploration session might be right for you if:
You are curious if you might be neurodivergent
Your child or another family member has been diagnosed and it has left you curious about yourself
You are overwhelmed with the resources and need help navigating the world of assessment and neurodivergent affirming care
You want learn more about neurodiversity in general and want to talk with someone super knowledgable
Tier 2
Mini Assessment
$550
Mini Assessment Structure
2 sessions, 90 minutes each
Discuss common neurodivergent diagnosis together and how they may apply to your lived experience
Review of Sensory profile
Self assessment screener
Exploration of sensory systems and needs
Ask any questions you may have
What you will get
Meeting with a queer therapist who has various neurodivergent experiences both personally and professionally
Deeper exploration of symptoms to help obtain a better understanding in your neurodivergence
Materials ahead of time to accommodate different brain and learning types
1-2 summary report
Resources and recommendations
Referrals and suggestions for the next steps
Affirming care where you are not seen as broken, disordered, or as the problem
An mini assessment might be right for you if:
You are curious if you might be neurodivergent and want to explore the diagnosis more informally
For those who don’t have the spoons for a whole assessment but want to learn about themselves through a neurodivergent affirming lens
You don't have a need or reason to get a full psychological assessment but still want to know if you might have Autism or ADHD
You are overwhelmed with the resources and need help navigating the world of assessment and neurodivergent affirming care
You want learn more about neurodiversity in general and want to talk with someone super knowledgable
Tier 3
Mega Assessment
$900
Mega Assessment Structure
3 assessment sessions, 90 minutes each
Session 1: Assessment goals, review assessment materials, answer questions, and sensory profile and review
Session 2: Interview style questions to get family history, social experiences, and lived experiences
Session 3: Review of self assessment results, gather remaining information, provide resources and referrals
Use of assessment tools and screeners:
Structured interview and questions, self assessment such as MIGDAS-2, RAADs, CAT-Q, DIVA etc.
Opportunities to ask questions and get clarification on assessment materials, if needed
What You Will Get
Meeting with a queer therapist who has various neurodivergent experiences both personally and professionally.
Materials ahead of time to accommodate different brain and learning types
Full assessment report
Affirming summary of symptoms
Self assessment scores and diagnosis
Resources and recommendations
Referrals and suggestions for the next steps
Affirming care where you are not seen as broken, disordered, or as the problem
A mega assessment might be right for you if:
You are curious if you might be neurodivergent and want to explore the diagnosis more informally
You want more knowledge and detail about how your brain works
You don't have a need or reason to get a full psychological assessment but still want to know if you might have Autism or ADHD
You are overwhelmed with the resources and need help navigating the world of assessment and neurodivergent affirming care
You want learn more about neurodiversity in general and want to talk with someone super knowledgable
FAQ
Do you only see people in the state of California?
Yes. I'm only able to see clients residing in California due to my license restrictions
Can you write me accommodation letters for work or school?
No. An Autism assessment for disability benefits (e.g- Social Security, Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability) or school/workplace accommodations must be done by a Licensed Psychologist ( PhD or PsyD). As a Marriage and Family Therapist Associate, I'm unable to provide this service.
What if I can't afford it? Do you offer reduced fees?
Equity and access are extremely important to me and I want to make assessments accessible. If you need a reduced fee because of your financial circumstances, contact me and we can talk about the possibilities for reduced fee services. Additionally, these assessments are priced lower than assessments done by other professionals to help create better access to this service. To make assessments more accessible, please ask about our flexible payment plans.
Can I use my insurance?
I don't take insurance but I can offer you a super-bill to submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement. Some insurance companies vary on how much or if they will reimburse for services. Check with your individual provider to see what they will reimburse for. Be aware that using your insurance requires a diagnosis on your health record.
What's the difference between this level of assessment and one done by a Psychologist or Doctor?
With appropriate additional training, Masters level therapists can diagnose Autism. I have received continuing education training related to adult Autism diagnosis and I engage in regular consultation with other professionals. A diagnosis by a masters level clinician such as myself are not recognized as a medical diagnosis for certain agencies and government entities. A doctor or psychologist have degrees, certifications and licenses that are nationally recognized to be honored in medical settings and government agencies like Social Security and disability.
Profressional Consultation and Trainings
Professional Consultation and Trainings
With over 15 years experience in the mental health field, Michelle has a unique and wide breath of knowledge in mental health. Their unique approach to systems thinking, commitment to social justice and radicalizing mental health treatment, and their never ending quest for more knowledge makes them a confident and knowledgable presenter.
Topics for presentations include:
Radical Suicidal Care
The Neurodivergent Nervous System
Neurodivergent Affirming Care in Therapy
Contact us
Phone call or email, Michelle is ready to hear from you!