About Dr. Tim Dean
Focus areas
Academic Stress
Burnout
Sleep Problems
Anxiety Disorder
Codependency
Strength-Based Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Attachment-based
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Coaching
Compassion Focused
Identity
Gender
MaleFaith
NonreligiousLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Tim Dean
My areas of expertise include working with emerging adults experiencing difficulties related to mood, anxiety, and trauma, whether recent or past. I am a dedicated therapist, I'm also a creative person who actively engages in music and visual art projects. I'm passionate about living with purpose, creativity, and my cats. I try to live a balanced healthy life while navigating with compassion the existential factors that can make that difficult. I do my best to encourage and guide others to create the life they yearn for. I relate well to people struggling to keep up with the socio-political, economic, and environmental stressors making it difficult to simply feel okey.
I am neurodivergent. I really enjoy supporting adults with ADHD and other neurodivergencies to deepen their understanding of how their brain works and to develop practical strategies that ease the challenges of living in a neurotypical world.
I am LGBTQIA+ competent, trans/gender affirming, and sex- and body-positive. I welcome individuals with non-traditional or non-monogamous relationship styles or family systems, as well as artists, musicians, performers, those who do not conform to the typical 9-5 lifestyle, and people navigating difficult family dynamics or complicated romantic relationships.
I earned my PsyD in Clinical Psychology from Roosevelt University. While I have been practicing for over 15 years you will notice a lack of reviews. That is a by product of recently activating ZocDoc, but also an ethical stance I have made to not solicit reviews from past clients. Therapy is a private experience that I believe should be respected as such. I don't want my clients to feel pressured to out themselves. Finding a therapist can be daunting, so if talking briefly would help you feel comfortable moving forward, please reach out! I'm happy to make accommodations and be flexible with scheduling. Taking steps toward meaningful change can be intimidating, but you deserve to be content in life.
What should a new client know about working with you?
My therapy style is warm, casual, and humorous. I take a client-centered approach, tailoring therapy to each individual's unique needs while building a trusting relationship over time. I incorporate CBT, ACT, DBT, humanistic, and existential theories and interventions. I will give you the power to decide what you are ready and comfortable to talk about. If you are receptive, I will politely ask questions for deeper understanding and when relevant can offer suggestions if it seems like there is something important to consider.
I use a HIPAA compliant video platform through Simple Practice, a reputable electronic medical record system used by many therapists. I will send out a video link in after you schedule.
Maintaining accurate and clinically relevant progress notes are an essential aspect of being a good therapist, but also for getting insurance companies to cover appointments. Given my neurodivergent brain and after 15 years of struggling through the note writing process that took me 8-10x longer than a neurotypical therapist, in spring 2026 I have begun utilizing a HIPAA compliant note taker. It is an important aid that I treat as a writing accommodation and helps me focus the best part of my energies on the actual work of therapy. It simply assists with the notes after appointments, it does not direct or guide our therapy. I'm happy to address any questions or concerns about the note taker system and hope prospective clients will understand.
I am licensed to do video therapy in 43 approved states through the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT®). It is an "interstate compact designed to facilitate the practice of telepsychology practice of psychology across state boundaries..." I've included a list of those states in a section below on coverage where there was more space.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
My primary intention with everybody I work with is to be of support on what you want help with. It sounds basic, but it's true. I'm a person with a variety of personal and professional understandings who wants to create a space for people to be their most unfiltered selves and figure out what they need. I deeply respect autonomy and individuality. I've never appreciated when people make assumptions about what I should do and I believe it's foundational to relate to my clients with that value.
Sometimes people have specific goals, many times they're not quite sure what they need, but believe they should probably talk out some things that have been bothering them or holding them back. Together I encourage a conversation to better understand what someone is going through, the factors that are weighing them down, barriers to feeling how they want. I might also help identify some things that may be missing in their life that could be helpful to feel a little better.
Being a person is not easy. In this modern age of media and late stage capitalism we're being inundated with information and suggestions of what we should think, value, do, and who we should be. I want to help people clear out the noise and take the power back to connect with what's actually important for them.
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
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UnitedHealthcare
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $200 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $165 for 55 minutes
- Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
More information on payments and coverage
I make time to work with clients to verify what their expected costs are before we get started. I believe it's important to have as much clarity of costs and expectations from the beginning. I know insurance coverage can often feel confusing and overwhelming. You're not alone in that. I can help. If you are using your health insurance, it's good to be aware that the cost to you for therapy is related to your specific insurance plan. Therapists do not determine how much your co-pay or co-insurance is, or if your insurance requires you to hit a deductible before insurance starts to contribute to the costs of therapy.
I'm dedicated to helping my clients make sense of their costs and how their insurance seems to work for therapy. I am happy to work together with you to make therapy accessible and affordable.
Here is the list of PSYPACT participating states as of August 2026 I'm allowed to see patients from:
Alabama
Alaska (active starting 9/20/2026)
Arizona
Arkansas
Colorado
Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands
Connecticut
Delaware
District of Columbia
Florida
Georgia
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Kansas
Kentucky
Maine
Maryland
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Hampshire
New Jersey
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oklahoma
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Vermont
Virginia
Washington
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming
Notable states not included: California, Massachusetts, New Mexico, New York, Puerto Rico, & US Virgin Islands
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Roosevelt University, PsyD in Clinical Psychology
NPI number
1487206793
How soon can I make an appointment with Dr. Tim Dean?
Generally, Dr. Tim Dean has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dr. Dean's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Dr. Tim Dean accepting new patients?
Dr. Tim Dean generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Dean's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Dr. Tim Dean accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Dr. Tim Dean online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Dr. Dean using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Dr. Tim Dean work with?
Dr. Tim Dean works with Inspired Minds Psychological Services.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Tim Dean?
Dr. Tim Dean frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Tim Dean on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Tim Dean speak?
Dr. Tim Dean speaks English.