Frequently Asked Questions

Are you currently accepting new clients?

Yes! Surefoot has openings for new clients depending on schedule availability.

How do I schedule my first session?

Contact Mike at 608-285-2332 (texting or calling okay), send an email to hello@surefoot-therapy.com, or use my online booking system to set up a free 15-minute consultation. This will give us an opportunity to learn more about each other and get you on the schedule for an intake session.

Is therapy in person or online?

Surefoot offers both! While in person sessions are preferred, I understand that Telehealth sessions can make therapy more convenient and removes transportation and schedule barriers.

What is your cancellation policy?

24-hour notice is required for all cancellations. A fee equal to half of the session rate will be charged if less than 24-hour notice is given. To cancel Monday sessions, please notify Surefoot no later than12:00 PM on the previous Friday.

A breakdown of charges for canceling with less than 24-hour notice:

1. Canceling with less than 24-hour notice: 50% of session rate

2. Not showing up with no notice: 100% charge of session rate

What are your rates?

Surefoot charges $120-$150 for a 60 min session in-person or Telehealth.

$120 for individuals
$150 for couples

What insurance do you take?

I do not currently accept insurance. For more information, please see our page on the advantages of private pay. I am able to provide you a "superbill" so that you can submit directly to your insurance provider for reimbursement.

What's a superbill?

A superbill is an itemized form that details the services provided to a client. It serves as the main data source for creating a healthcare claim, which can be submitted to payers (insurances, funds, programs) for reimbursement. It is a detailed receipt for each visit, listing services provided and includes details like diagnostic and procedural codes, needed for reimbursement.

Do you offer after hours crisis support?

Surefoot does not offer emergency mental health services. If you are having a mental health crisis, you can:

• call 911 (request the CARES team)

• ​call the Dane County Crisis Line: 608-280-2600

• call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988

• text HOME or HOLA to 741741 to reach a live volunteer Crisis Counselor at the Crisis Text Line

What is co-therapy?

Co-therapy for couples is a collaborative approach with two therapists working together. Surefoot partners with Fortune Family Therapy when appropriate to offer couples added support, including the option for one-on-one breakout sessions to help clarify individual concerns and improve communication. Co-therapy also ensures that each partner is equally supported, reducing feelings of isolation by maintaining a balanced dynamic—there are always two therapists for two participants. Additionally, the presence of a co-therapist provides built-in clinical observation, allowing therapists to gain deeper insights and offer more effective, well-rounded guidance throughout the process.

What does it mean to be a systems-trained or focused therapist?

As a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) I am a systems-trained psychotherapist. We view individual challenges within the broader context of relationships, family dynamics, and social environments. Rather than focusing solely on symptoms, we explore how patterns of interaction contribute to distress and work to shift those patterns for healthier communication and connection. This holistic approach recognizes that lasting change often happens not just within the individual, but within the system they’re a part of—whether that’s a couple, family, school, work, or community.