We hope the new year is off to a good start and look forward to continuing to support you in your mental health and wellness goals. As we do each year, we are reviewing our fees to ensure they remain appropriate.
Fee revisions typically occur annually. We base our updates on an analysis of data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics regarding healthcare costs in the Bay Area, as well as information from FairHealth.org to compare our fees to the average prices for similar services in San Francisco. We also periodically compare our fees with those charged by other mental health practices that provide similar services.
Over the past year, our costs have risen significantly, and our fees have fallen below those of comparable practices. To address this, we will be increasing our fees by approximately 8%, effective Monday, March 3, 2025. This change brings our fees closer to those of similar practices while allowing us to continue providing high-quality care.
We recognize that financial concerns can be challenging, and we encourage you to discuss any concerns with your clinician.
Sincerely,
The Gateway Psychiatric Team