Frequently Asked Questions

How do I become a client of Sanare?

1. A 15 minute phone call with Briana Severine, our founder. She'll answer your questions and get a sense of whether PSR is a good fit.

2. A free 30 minute consultation with Sanare team members in our office. It's a chance for everyone to meet and see if we work well together. You're welcome to bring family or other support people.

3. You start working with your Sanare team, and together we set treatment goals.

How much support can you provide me each week?

We'll talk through how much support is clinically indicated and what is financially realistic, and build your treatment plan from there.

We see clients anywhere from one to five visits a week.

Clients can add extra support during hard stretches as needed.

How long does this treatment take?

There's no set length. Our clients live with many different diagnoses, and no two plans look the same.

Some clients work with us for a short time on a specific goal. Many others work with us long-term to stay stable at home, at work and in their relationships.

What is the cost?

Cost depends on the plan we build with you.

Our standard rate is $150 per hour.

At intake, we'll go over costs based on your treatment plan and the number of service hours requested, recommended or required.

Are your services covered by private insurance?

Psychosocial rehabilitation is not covered by private insurance. Because our services are so individualized and intensive, Sanare does not bill insurance directly, provide superbills, or communicate with insurance companies.

Are your services covered by Medicaid?

We are currently closed to Medicaid patients.

When we have openings, they are limited to Colorado Access members in the Denver metro area through our internship program. Clients must be clinically appropriate for our services and willing to work with social work interns supervised by licensed professionals.

Are your services covered by Medicare?

Yes, for therapy. Sanare can provide individual psychotherapy under Original (Traditional) Medicare for eligible beneficiaries.

Our psychosocial rehabilitation (PSR) services are not covered by Medicare. PSR, which includes help with independent living skills, executive functioning, community involvement, coping skills, and work or school, is available on a self-pay basis.

Not sure which service fits, or what Medicare will cover? Contact us and we'll walk through your options.

What if I already have a therapist or psychiatrist?

Good. We don't replace your other providers. We work alongside them so you have more support, not a competing plan.

We're always glad to talk with your current treatment team and answer their questions about whether Sanare would be a helpful addition.

How do I know who on the Sanare team I should work with?

After the consultation, we'll pair you with at least two members of our team. Working in pairs means you always have someone who knows you, even when a clinician is sick or on vacation.

How is PSR with Sanare different from working with a coach?

Coaching isn't a licensed profession. Sanare's clinicians are licensed mental health professionals, or graduate interns supervised by them, trained to assess and treat mental health conditions.

PSR includes some of what coaching offers, like goal setting and skill building. The difference is that we can also work on the symptoms that get in the way, such as anxiety before a job interview or depression that keeps a routine from sticking.

Do you work with adolescents, children, or teens?

No. Sanare works only with adults 18 and older. If you contact us, we're happy to refer you to organizations that work with children and teens.

What is your service area?

Sanare serves Denver, Boulder and nearby communities across the Denver and Boulder metro area, including Westminster, Broomfield and Arvada, and communities throughout Adams, Arapahoe, Douglas, Jefferson and Boulder Counties.

Because we work in clients' homes and communities, availability depends on location and clinician capacity. Contact us to check whether you're in our current service area.

What is the No Surprises Act, and how does it apply to Sanare?

The No Surprises Act is a federal law that protects patients from unexpected medical bills, mostly from out-of-network care they didn't choose. Sanare is a self-pay practice and doesn't bill insurance, so the law doesn't apply to us the same way it does to insurance-based practices.

We still believe you should know the cost up front. Our Financial Agreement lays out pricing in plain terms, and you can review it before signing on for services.

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