FAQ

All appointments can be virtual from the comfort of your own home or in person in my serene beautiful office in Gig Harbor. Prior to your initial visit, Dr. Bradfute will send you forms to complete. These include office policies, privacy disclosures, and questionnaires about your health and medical history. You will be asked to periodically update some of these questionnaires during your treatment. Completing these forms in advance allows Dr. Bradfute to dedicate more time to discussing your story, objectives, and aspirations. It's very helpful to recall and note any psychiatric medications you've previously taken, including reasons for discontinuation, to avoid re-prescribing ineffective treatments. 

The first visit will include an assessment of your current symptoms and concerns, your and your family's medical, psychiatric history, the story of you.

We will talk about your goals for treatment, how you want to focus your treatment. You will have opportunities to ask me questions. We will plan for a follow up visit to check in on how you are doing.

Your privacy is protected by HIPAA compliant software and stringent privacy practices. Scheduled appointments are conducted within the privacy software. Prescriptions and faxes are encrypted by HIPAA compliant software.

I accept Aetna, Cigna, Premera, Regence, BlueCross Blue Shield of Massachusetts and Quest Behavioral Health. Cash, HSA, credit/debit cards and FSA. You are responsible for checking that your method of payment covers the services. Payment is expected the day of treatment.

You will be seen, heard and listened to with deep attention. You will be included as an equal partner in treatment decisions. I know about medications and treatments. You are the expert in you. My practice is an environment where hope humor and joy can be found in the complexity of the human experience. I believe that kindness and respect are foundational to your recovery.

The frequency of sessions is tailored to your specific needs, and we determine it together. Typically sessions are more frequent at the beginning and become less so as we establish an effective treatment program.

I treat individuals aged 18 and older.

Dr. Bradfute prescribes controlled substances if they are the best medication for your diagnosis and symptoms.

Payment for services is expected at the beginning of the appointment.

I am in network with Premera, Regence, Cigna, Aetna, Quest Behavioral Health, AmBetter and BlueCross BlueShield of Massachusetts.

I do not currently accept Medicaid or Medicare and cannot accept cash payments for people with those insurances.

I do accept cash payments for people with other coverage or who do not wish to use their coverage. I can provide a superbill if desired.

For long visits, the first one for sure, the fee is $300. For short visits, most follow-ups are short, the fee is $150.