ELISA KLEIN
MSW MPH LCSW
Psychotherapist
Welcome!
I'm Elisa (she/her/hers). I am a licensed, clinical social worker providing in-person psychotherapy in the Chapel Hill/Durham area and via telehealth throughout North Carolina.
I treat a range of problems and concerns including eating disorders/body image distress, trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, emotion regulation, family of origin, and relationship issues. I see older adolescents (age 16+) and adults of all ages. I aim to provide a safe and non-judgmental environment for people of all gender identification and sexual orientations.
About Me.
Originally from New England, I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Rhode Island and my graduate degrees in social work and public health from Boston University. I worked for many years in medical social work with various populations, including women's health and HIV/AIDS.
In 2014, I began working at the UNC Department of Psychiatry at The Center of Excellence for Eating Disorders (UNC CEED). I have specialized training and experience treating individuals who express concerns about their eating or who feel dissatisfied with their bodies, including individuals with anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, or binge eating disorder. I am especially skilled in treating the intersection of eating disorders and trauma. I also treat mood and adjustment disorders, relationship difficulties and emotion dysregulation.
It is an honor and a privilege to work as a therapist and I take many opportunities to improve my skills and participate in continuing education. I also engage in my own therapy and consultation. I am a member of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and the NC Chapter of Eating Disorder Professionals.
When I am not working, I am usually wrangling my high-energy teenagers and snuggling with my dogs...they make my life complete! I love hiking, reading fiction, and perfecting my grilled pizza recipe.
My Therapeutic Style.
My therapeutic style is warm, empathetic, and humorous. We will laugh in session! I am solution-focused and holistic in my approach. I draw from the following therapeutic techniques in my practice:
I reserve a few spots to provide clinical supervision to provisionally licensed practitioners. I am also available for ad hoc consultation.
Therapy works best when clients feel heard, supported, and safe. If I am not the right fit for you, I will help you find someone else who is.
I look forward to hearing from you!
FAQ
Common Questions, Insurance, and Rates
What kind of insurance do you accept?
I currently accept employer-based Blue Cross Blue Shield, including Blue Advantage, Blue Options, Blue Select, Classic Blue and the North Carolina State Health Plan, and Aetna Insurance. I am considered out-of-network for other plans.
Please check your coverage carefully by asking the following questions:
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Do I have mental health insurance benefits?
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What is my deductible and has it been met?
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How many sessions per year does my health insurance cover?
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What is the coverage amount per therapy session?
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What is my co-pay?
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Is approval required from my primary care physician?
If you are looking to use an out of network plan, you will want to call your insurance company to ask:
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Do I have mental health insurance benefits?
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What is my out of network mental health benefit reimbursement rate?
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Do I have a deductible and has it been met?
What forms of payment to do you accept?
Payment is expected at the time of service and can be in the form of check, cash, or major credit card.
What is your cancellation policy?
In order to both organize my practice and guarantee clients regular times, I schedule a single weekly (or biweekly) time slot for a client. Missed sessions are not billable to insurance and may be charged. I reserve the right to charge the cost of the full session when appointments are missed or cancelled with less than 24 hours notice. Missed Session or Late Cancel Fees can be waived for emergent issues only. If you do not show up for your scheduled therapy appointment, and you have not notified me at least 24 hours in advance, you will be required to pay the full cost of the session.
What are the fees for a therapy session?
My out-of-pocket fee per 50-minute session is $150.
Do you offer telehealth?
Sessions are available in-person or via secure telehealth. Both types of sessions are covered by insurance and you may choose either type at any time during our work together. I take multiple precautions to prevent the transmission of COVID in my office, including staying up to date on vaccines, keeping the windows open, and using an air purifier.
Contact Me
Elisa Klein, MSW, MPH, LCSW
Pronouns: she/her/hers