[LoveStarWars]

I have just found evidence that I am being grossly over charged for my visits. My wife used to work in insurance and after getting EOBs, statements, and other documentation she found that we are paying our part and our insurances part then the clinic is turning around and filing with our insurance and basically getting double paid. This is a big concern and is not helping my GAD. It's an issue I would like to discuss, but I'm not sure I should. Obviously my therapist isn't in charge of the office matters so it's not a reflection of her, but it is the clinic she works for. We have brought it to the attention of the office manager and have yet to hear back. My next visit is next Tuesday. Should I mention this, strictly as it applies to my mental wellbeing, or should I not mention it?

[lilypup]

I would keep dealing with the office people for a couple of weeks. Then mention it to her.

I agree with lilypup

When I had insurance issues with my counseling office, I brought them up to my therapist and nothing really happened. They went ignored... So, I had to work with the office people to get it resolved.

Only tell your therapist when all else has failed

[Ripose]

What would happen if you told your insurance company?

[LoveStarWars]

Well for the insurance it probably wouldn't make a difference, they are paying what they are supposed to anyway. As far as the telling my therapist, it was more out of "hey this is stressing me out" more than a "you need to do something about this".

[Woolly Bugger]

I would tell your therapist on your next visit. He or she may be able to help you reduce your anxiety, as well as help you deal with the questionable billing practices. You can't lose.

[Anrea]

A good therapist should be able to help you within their capacity - which is what you are looking for. I would preface the conversation by saying that you want her to deal with your emotions about it, but you don't want her to think you are asking her to fix the problem. I would talk to her, but I would also contact the insurance company. Perhaps everything is fine - on the other hand, perhaps you are due a refund. I would ask the insurance company for their payments history, and gather your own. Sometimes action helps alleviate anxiety.

Perhaps it's a clerical error and nobody really knows this clerk is doing it or something. I would just outright ask about it. That's between the owners, insurance and IRS. I'm sure its very distressing though. I would hate to find something like this out also. I would fear it would cause a scene. I hope you pull through and are well. ((Hugs))