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Email
drpop@patriciapopmd.com
Location
Palo Alto
Burlingame
Remote visits available for all California residents
Frequently Asked Questions
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In order to provide the most personalized, quality, unrushed care: I am out-of-network with all insurances. However, I can offer complimentary superbill submission automatically after each visit.
My goal is to offer a level of depth, flexibility, and personalized care that’s often hard to sustain within insurance-based systems.
Here is more information about out-of-network benefits:
More info about: how to use out-of-network benefits (opens in a new tab).
To check your benefits, you can use: Reimbursify Verifast (opens in a new tab)
Ultimately, check with your insurance to be 100% sure. The Verifast link will also be emailed to you.
You can usually check your benefits by calling the number on the back of your card and asking:
“Do I have out-of-network mental health benefits?”
“What is my deductible and what percentage is reimbursed after it’s met?”
“Do I have an allowable amount for these codes: 90792, 99214, 90833, 90836, 90837, 90838?”
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Hourly Rate: $500
2-Hour Initial Visit: $800
30-Minute Medication Follow-Up (after 3 months of stability): $350
Your time is flexible. Each session can include any combination of the following:
Medication Management
Holistic discussion of medications, supplements, sleep, nutrition, and lifestyle factors.
Follow-up frequency based on your needs: weekly, twice monthly, monthly, every 2 months, or every 3 months.
Minimum visit frequency: once every 3 months (once per quarter/season).
ADHD Assessment (one-time: $500, outside of session time)
Includes review and synthesis of questionnaires, interviews, and computerized testing.
May be eligible for insurance reimbursement under test review codes, but coverage varies.
Psychotherapy
Weekly sessions focused on therapy techniques tailored to you.
Modalities may include:
Supportive / Integrative
Psychedelic Integration
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Brainspotting
Cortina Method
Limited Psychotherapy
If you’re already seeing a therapist, modalities like Brainspotting and the Cortina Method can be integrated as supplemental sessions alongside your ongoing therapy.
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I ask for at least two full weekdays’ notice to cancel or reschedule an appointment. This gives me a chance to offer that time to another patient who may be waiting.
Cancellations with less than two weekdays’ notice, or missed appointments, are billed at the full session fee, as that time has been reserved for you. If you arrive more than halfway through the session, it’s also considered a missed appointment.
I completely understand that emergencies can come up, and I always appreciate open communication if something unexpected happens.
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Most sessions are 60 minutes, whether we’re focusing on therapy, medication management, or a combination of both.
Occasionally, for medication-only visits, we may schedule 30-minute sessions — for example, if we’re doing more frequent check-ins, or if things are going smoothly and there’s not much to adjust.
I always tailor session length based on what’s clinically appropriate and supportive for you.
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Right now, I’m only licensed to work with clients in California. If you’re outside the state, I can help you find resources or connect you with someone local.
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I currently offer virtual sessions only.
Starting in August 2025, there may be opportunities to meet in person on occasion in Menlo Park, Palo Alto, or Burlingame, CA, though these would not be on a regular, ongoing basis.
Virtual care allows for greater flexibility and consistency, and most of my patients find it just as effective as in-person work.
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Yes, If medication is the right choice for you, we’ll discuss options like SSRIs, ADHD medications, or others that fit your needs. I also explore alternatives like supplements and lifestyle changes to support your overall health.
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I have extensive research experience about the use of psychedelics. However, at this time, I do not prescribe psychedelics and I cannot provide referrals for these therapies, apart from ketamine. I am able to recommend a few trusted local ketamine-assisted psychotherapy clinicians.
During our sessions, I’m happy to discuss the use of psychedelics with you - this can include medication counseling, risk reduction, answering your questions, and integration therapy.
While research is in its early stages, there are legal avenues for psychedelic care when appropriate - such as ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, research studies, compassionate-use programs, international training programs for clinicians, and retreats in certain states and countries.
I do not provide or prescribe any illegal substances or psychedelics, nor do I promote or condone any illegal activities. Your safety and well-being are my top priorities.