Frequently Asked Questions

Intake

Can I/my partner and I choose a shorter intake than 100 minutes?

We prefer a 100-minute intake as this period of time allows for a more in-depth conversation between you, your partner, and the therapist. In this time frame everyone has the opportunity to better understand the objectives and goals in your therapy and if MRI is the right fit for you. 

If the price of the 100-minute intake is cost-prohibitive, MRI offers financial assistance. Please contact us for more information.

Is an intake required?

Yes, an intake is required. This is the best opportunity for all involved to understand the needs of the forthcoming sessions and to determine whether MRI is the right fit for you. 


If the price of an intake is cost-prohibitive, MRI offers financial assistance. Please contact us for more information.

Insurance

Does The Maine Relationship Institute accept insurance?

The Maine Relationship Institute does not accept insurance at this time. 

We do understand that making a financial commitment to therapy can be a daunting decision, empowering, or both. Paying out of pocket (i.e., without insurance) can feel costly or burdensome.

To help mitigate costs, MRI can provide a super bill for your insurance provider. You can then submit this billing statement directly to your insurance company. Your insurer will then decide if they will pay for some or all the treatment services at MRI.

Please let us know if you would like a super bill. We encourage you to check with your insurance company beforehand to learn about their reimbursement policy.

Does The Maine Relationship Institute accept insurance?

The Maine Relationship Institute does not accept insurance at this time. 

We understand that making a financial commitment to therapy can be daunting, empowering, or both. Paying out of pocket (i.e., without insurance) can feel costly or burdensome.

To help mitigate costs, MRI can provide a super bill for your insurance provider. You can then submit this billing statement directly to your insurance company. Your insurer will then decide if they will pay for some or all the treatment services at MRI.

Please let us know if you would like a super bill. We encourage you to check with your insurance company beforehand to learn about their reimbursement policy.

I understand MRI does not accept insurance. What do I tell my insurance provider when I submit a super bill?

Here are some questions you can ask your insurance company to understand their policies better.

  • Maine Relationship Institute is outside my network, but my plan has out-of-network benefits. If I use an out-of-network provider, what do I have to pay? What is the amount of my deductible?

  • If I go out of network, how much of my bill will the insurance company pay for psychotherapy?

  • Does my policy have an out-of-pocket maximum?

  • If my out-of-pocket expenses reach a certain amount, will the insurance carrier ever reimburse me at 100%?

  • Will the insurance company cover all my claims, or will I still need to pay for the remaining amount?

What to Expect

How frequently will I/my partner meet with a therapist?

MRI recommends meeting weekly for at least the first three sessions. This allows the therapist to develop traction with your needs.

Initial sessions generally involve information gathering and assessment, with the therapist providing perspective.

More frequent meetings allow you, the client, and the therapist to develop a clear idea of the issues and define the initial path forward.

How long is each session?

Sessions are 50, 75, or 100 minutes.

For couples therapy, the first two sessions are recommended to be 100 minutes long so that each partner can share their perspective, and the therapist can also share their perspective.

How many sessions do I need to achieve results?

Unfortunately, there is no clear answer to how many sessions anyone needs in therapy.

This depends on numerous factors including the kinds of issues you may be facing and how you approach development in the face of these issues.

What is the MRI approach to therapy?

In therapy sessions, MRI supports clients by helping them identify issues that affect intimacy and connection.

MRI uses the Crucible Therapy and Gestalt Therapy modalities.