Frequently Asked Questions

  • Clinical services follow the traditional therapy model of treatment. This is for those seeking an individualized plan with the option to incorporate video gaming.

    Clinical services must include an intake evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, assessments, and attendance requirements.

    For Maryland/Delaware residents only.

    Insurance accepted. $200 per hour for private pay/HSA/FSA.

  • Subclinical services remove the pressures of the traditional therapy model; there are no intake evaluations, diagnoses, treatment plans, assessments, or attendance requirements. This is for those seeking a generalized plan with the option to incorporate video gaming.

    Clients have described Subclinical services as more direct and solution oriented compared to traditional therapy services. Subclinical services can be used on their own, paired with our Clinical services, or as a supplement to your current treatment. Subclinical services also work well in a group setting. Subclinical services are similar to support groups, mentoring, or mental health/life coaching sessions.

    Subclinical services are not a replacement for Clinical services. This is not therapy.

    $100 per hour. Private pay/HSA/FSA only. Clients are encouraged to include friends or family or other gamers in sessions in order to split the cost. Discounts on Subclinical services available for Marylander's and Delawarean’s utilizing our Clinical services.

  • For Maryland residents we accept Aetna, Cigna, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, United Healthcare/Optum, Carelon, Decent… More coming soon!

    For Delaware residents we accept Aetna, Cigna, Quest Behavioral Health, Carelon… More coming soon!

    Use of insurance is for Maryland/Delaware residents utilizing Clinical services. Subclinical services are not covered by insurance.

    If you do not see your insurance listed or have State/Medicaid insurance please Contact us for more information.

  • We can play any style game you want on any platform as long as you are able to focus on our conversations and communicate clearly.

    There are no skill requirements. We are not expert gamers, we just love to play and help!

  • Nope! It's up to you how/if you want to include video games into your sessions.

    What makes GameTalk unique is the ability to combine the hobby of playing video games with mental health support and/or treatment.

    We are flexible! If we don't play together you can share your screen with us so we can watch... or not!

  • We accept all major credit and debit cards, and HSA/FSA cards.

    If these options do not work for you please Contact us.

  • There are limited sliding scale/income-determined spots available for both Subclinical and Clinical services.

    It is recommended that you include others in Subclinical sessions in order to split the cost. Discounts on Subclinical services available for Marylander's and Delawarean’s utilizing our Clinical services.

    Insurance options available for Maryland and Delaware residents utilizing Clinical services.

  • We are partnered with a network of medication providers who offer telehealth and in-person services.

  • If these FAQs do not answer all of your questions please send us a message on the Contact us page.

    Feel free to send an email or text or give us a call!

    301-747-1363

    gametalk.therapy@gmail.com