Anthem
Our therapists at Self and Other are in network with some Anthem plans and can bill Anthem directly when your plan includes applicable mental health benefits.
If your plan followed you to Washington
Anthem is not the main local Blue Cross brand in Washington, but many people who now live in Seattle still carry Anthem because they recently moved, work for a national employer, or are covered through a plan based in another state.
Where Anthem fits in the Blue Cross system
Anthem is one of the independent companies within the larger Blue Cross Blue Shield network. That is part of why Anthem, Premera, and Blue Cross Blue Shield often overlap in people's minds: the names are related, but the exact carrier and network on your member card still determine how your benefits work.
Care in Seattle or online across Washington
Self and Other offers in-person therapy at our Eastlake office in Seattle and online therapy throughout Washington State. If your Anthem plan is out of network, we can also provide a monthly superbill that you can submit for possible reimbursement.
Our Anthem Therapists
Frequently Asked Questions
Many clients arrive in Seattle with Anthem coverage from another state. Eligibility and in-network status depend on the specific plan and behavioral health network, so we recommend checking your card and benefits first.
Yes. Some people in Washington still carry Anthem because their employer is based in an Anthem market or uses a multi-state benefits arrangement.
The plan name alone does not confirm coverage, so it is still important to verify your outpatient mental health benefits and network participation directly with Anthem.
Blue Cross Blue Shield is the larger national system. Anthem is one BCBS-branded company serving specific states.
In Washington, people often compare Anthem with Premera because both can appear in BCBS-related searches, but the exact carrier and network on your card matter most.
We do not verify benefits on your behalf. If you are unsure about your coverage, please check with Anthem before booking to confirm your mental health benefits, cost sharing, and network rules.