I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Pennsylvania, Certified in Brainspotting.

I am queer affirming, neurodivergent affirming, and inclusive. I honor my responsibility to learn about lived experiences and cultures that are different from my own, while acknowledging that shared culture does not mean “knowing.” Each of us is unique, and has a personal experience of our identities.

I am client-led, compassion focused, and relational. Person-centered, skills based interventions are used to guide the rapport building and resourcing process. As a Brainspotting Therapist I intentionally integrate advanced trainings, continued professional development, and my lived experience into my work as a Specialist.

I have worked in outpatient settings, intensive outpatient, hospitals, residential settings, and in-home services. I have provided direct care, as well as supervised other clinicians. I have developed and ran training programs, workshops, and community events.

I’d be happy to share more about my experience at our initial video call!

Step One: Complete Inquiry Form

Click this “Step 1: Counseling Services Inquiry Form” button and complete the form. This provides me with some information prior to chatting with you so that I can be prepared for our call.

Step Two: Request your Free Initial Video Consult Call

Click this Client Portal button to request a day/time that works best for you via my self scheduler!

*I will send you referrals if you aren’t able to wait for an assessment, or if I believe one of my colleagues will be a better fit for your needs.

My Fees:

Initial Video Consult: Free

Standard session: $150

Extended session: $300

I accept all major credit cards. The full fee schedule will be outlined in the practice policies that you will review and sign prior to assessment.

Do you accept Insurance?

I am “in-network” with UPMC Health Plan.

I am an “out-of-network provider” otherwise.

Payment is collected on the day of your visit and I will happily provide you with the documentation needed for reimbursement if you have “out-of-network” coverage either directly to you, or via Mentaya.

How do I know if I have “out-of-network” coverage?

You can use the Mentaya Benefits Calculator on this page to check! Otherwise, I would recommend contacting your insurance company and asking them directly.

Can I get a receipt for insurance reimbursement?

Yes! Once I have been paid for the session I will give you a “Superbill”, which is a receipt with all of the information you need on it so that you can submit it to your insurance company for reimbursement. However, if you’d like the claim submitted for you, Mentaya can do so for a small fee (5%). I will confirm your session details with Mentaya free of charge.

RMBI Scholarship Treatment Fund

What is RMBI?

The Rocky Mountain Brainspotting Institute is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization created to promote and advance the use of Brainspotting, a brain-body treatment approach. RMBI is a professional association of mental and physical health professionals who are trained in and use Brainspotting in their practices.

What is the RMBI STF?

The RMBI Scholarship Treatment Fund program provides up to 10 sessions of Brainspotting Therapy for qualified applicants who demonstrate financial need. 10 free therapy sessions!

Who is eligible to apply?

This program is for folks in the US who are uninsured, underinsured, do not have access to mental health care with their insurance, or have other barriers to accessing therapy with their insurance. For folks with Medicare/Medicaid/other insurances, RMBI is often able to refer out to a therapist who accepts their insurance and is able to work with them for longer than the duration of our program. The application is quite thorough as RMBI likes to get a complete understanding of the applicant's financial circumstances to assess if the program is a fit.

What else can you share about the program?

This program is a part of an ongoing research study so participating individuals complete pre- and post- treatment surveys that are stored anonymously and confidentially. Participating therapists also complete paperwork before, during, and after the program. Clients are asked to pay a $50 deposit, which is refunded after completion of the program (along with a $25 bonus for completing the 6-month follow-up paperwork). If this is too significant of a barrier, that can be discussed.

Who pays for the services?

This program is funded by donations, the therapist’s monthly membership dues, and product sales.

How can I apply?

Applications can be submitted on their website. They review applications at the monthly Board meeting, and reach out to the applicant with any further questions to assess eligibility. Folks are welcome to reach out to the admin directly if they have questions about eligibility.

How are therapists matched to clients?

They first look through their RMBI members list to see who is qualified to provide therapy in the state of the applicant, and interested in working with this person. If they are unable to find a match within the member list, they ask our larger Brainspotting community for referrals or look to Psychology Today. Applicants are able to request a Brainspotting therapist if they have one in mind and RMBI will reach out to see if they are willing to participate.

Can I work with Brittany?

Brittany Hautz is a member of RMBI. You are welcome to request a free initial video consult to discuss services and assess fit while awaiting your response from the fund.

What about other funds?

You are welcome to request a video consult and discuss other funds you have been awarded to determine if Hautz Counseling can accept payment from that fund for services.

For In-Person services:

Arrive 10 minutes early as this gives you time to check-in and reflect on your week. You can use the time to prepare and consider your session focus.

Bring non-noise cancelling headphones that work with your cellphone to connect with Bilateral Stimulation Music. This is recommended as an external resource during sessions to support regulation.

Consider bringing your journal for thoughts, doodles, notes, etc.

Bring your ESWB (emotional support water bottle…

Don’t forget your favorite fidget! But if you do, I have a collection too…

Additional Preparations for TeleHealth Virtual services:

Be in a quiet, private location.

If others are in the home/office at the time of your session, please close the door to the room that you are in. Consider having a sound machine on outside of the door for privacy.

If you are in a vehicle, try to park away from other cars to reduce distractions. No driving while therapizing.

Have a strong internet connection.

Have a comfortable spot to sit in, and place your video device on a stable surface at eye level. Laptops are ideal, but a smartphone can be used for TeleHealth as well.

Have a pen/pencil/pointer nearby, as well as an eye patch/goggles/glasses with a tissue. We will chat about these Brainspotting Tools more at the Assessment.

The time scheduled for individual therapy is held exclusively for you.

48 hours notice is requested regarding cancellation.

Effective January 1, 2022, under section 2799B-6 of the Public Health Services Act (the “No Surprises Act”) you have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate (GFE) of how much your medical and mental health care will cost.

The GFE shows the costs of items and services that are reasonably expected for services provided by your health care provider. The estimate is based on information known at the time the estimate was created. It does not take into account any reimbursement that you may receive as a result of out-of-network benefits.

The GFE does not include any unknown or unexpected costs that may arise during treatment. You could be charged more if complications or special circumstances occur.

If you disagree with your bill, you may be able to dispute the charges.

To learn more about the No Surprises Act, click here.