Frequently asked questions
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Answers about availability, adult counseling services, fees, insurance, appointments, and the Yakima office.
Questions and Answers
Is Tahni accepting new clients?
Tahni prioritizes availability for First Responders. Contact Tahni to ask a question or discuss an appointment.
Who does Tahni work with?
Tahni's current practice focuses on adults and provides individual and couples counseling. She specializes in working with First Responders.
What concerns can counseling address?
Tahni's practice information includes support for grief, trauma and PTSD, mood disorders, communication skills, self-esteem, relationship concerns, coping skills, emotional regulation, and difficult or traumatic experiences.
Are appointments in person or online?
Appointments are available in person and online.
What does a counseling session cost?
Private pay is $125 per session. For clients using insurance, Tahni's standard billing rate is $185 per one-hour individual or couples session. Contracted rates vary by plan, and clients are responsible for the amount required under their plan, including applicable copays, deductibles, coinsurance, or other amounts not covered by insurance.
Does Tahni accept insurance?
Tahni bills insurance directly. Contracted rates vary by plan, and clients are responsible for the amount required under their plan, including applicable copays, deductibles, coinsurance, or other amounts not covered by insurance. Clients should verify their individual benefits and contact Tahni with coverage questions.
Listed participating plans include Aetna, BlueCross and BlueShield, Cascade Centers EAP, FarWest EAP, First Choice EAP, First Choice Health | FCH, LifeWise, MultiPlan, Optum, Premera Blue Cross, and Regence. Out of Network is also listed; clients should verify individual benefits and contact Tahni with coverage questions.
What payment methods are accepted?
East Mountain Counseling accepts American Express, Cash, Check, Health Savings Account (HSA), Mastercard, and Visa.
How long does counseling last?
The length of counseling depends on each client's needs and goals. Treatment may be short- or long-term, with goals developed collaboratively.
What can clients expect between sessions?
Tahni may recommend reading, workbooks, or videos and may ask clients to practice skills in and outside sessions.
What approaches does Tahni use?
Tahni draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), solution-focused therapy, trauma-focused approaches, Prolonged Exposure Therapy, mindfulness-based therapy, interpersonal, and relational approaches.
What are office hours?
Office hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.
How can I contact Tahni?
Call or text (509) 952-3319, or email Tahni.
Where is the office located?
East Mountain Counseling is located at 402 E Yakima Ave, Ste 800, Yakima, WA 98901.
Where can I find the intake form?
The intake form is available as a PDF.