Forest Ferns Counseling · Insurance & access
Therapists who accept Blue Cross Blue Shield
in Ann Arbor & Ypsilanti
Use your Blue Cross Blue Shield coverage to explore therapy that fits your life, your identity and your schedule.
Our Deaf-led, text-friendly practice helps people find care without a phone call. In-person appointments take place in Ypsilanti, near Ann Arbor; telehealth is available across Michigan with select clinicians.
Find a BCBS therapistText us: (810) 394-8921Blue Cross Blue Shield plans and Blue Care Network plans are different. If your card says BCN, use our BCN page so we can match you with an eligible clinician. A Blue Cross logo alone does not establish the network or benefits for your plan.
Meet your therapy options
These clinicians accept BCBS. Tell us whom you’d like to see, or ask us to help you choose. Current openings, fit and your exact plan will be confirmed before scheduling.
Dr. Sneha Shankar
Adults, trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression and life transitions.
In person in Ypsilanti · Michigan telehealth
Read Sneha’s bioLibby Farren
Sexual violence, LGBTQIA+ identities, immigrant experiences and justice-oriented trauma care.
In person in Ypsilanti · Michigan telehealth
Read Libby’s bioCorin Magee
LGBTQ+ teens and young adults; neurodivergent children and adolescents.
In person in Ypsilanti · Michigan telehealth
Read Corin’s bioJane Halpert
Academics, artists, religious trauma and life transitions; humanistic and existential therapy.
In person at a separate office · confirm location
Read Jane’s bioCynthia Schiffman-Szegda
Adults, complex trauma, PTSD, dissociation and MEMI.
Michigan telehealth
Read Cynthia’s bioSarah Shields
Chronic illness, medical trauma, caregiver stress and pregnancy or postpartum transitions.
Michigan telehealth
Read Sarah’s bioJessa Brown
Grief, cancer-related stress, military families, teens, couples and families.
Michigan telehealth
Read Jessa’s bioFounder Dr. Mel Whalen also accepts BCBS and provides telehealth. Ask the practice about current availability.
Understand the cost before you begin
Having an insurance card does not tell you what a session will cost. Ask your plan about outpatient mental health benefits with the specific clinician and appointment format you plan to use.
- Is this clinician in my plan’s network?
- Do I have a copay, or does a deductible apply first?
- Will I owe coinsurance after the deductible?
- Are telehealth sessions covered with this clinician?
- Does this service need a referral or prior authorization?
We’ll help clarify participation and provide an estimated cost. Your insurer determines coverage and final claim payment. Forest Ferns does not accept Medicaid plans.
Questions people ask
Is Blue Care Network the same as BCBS?
They are separate plan networks. Our BCN page lists Sneha, Cynthia and Mel. Tell us the exact plan name so we can check the clinician you want.
Explore BCN therapy optionsCan I meet in person?
Sneha, Libby and Corin offer in-person sessions in Ypsilanti. Jane meets in person at a separate office; ask us for her location and current openings. See the office and plan your visit.
What should I include in my request?
Your preferred clinician, exact plan name, appointment format and a few days or times that work. For a child or teen, include their age. A few words about the support you’re seeking are enough; keep detailed clinical information for secure intake.
One short message can start the match
You can begin before you have all the answers. Use Get Started, request a clinician by name and tell us your plan. We’ll confirm the practical details together.
Request a therapistCheck your benefits using the BCBSM member provider search or member services number on your card. Plan information and participation can change.