I understand and am sensitive to the point about expense, though I am sure that while some providers are unreasonable, others make a choice with regard to expense and expect that they will be happier with those who are able to pay that fee. In that they may, or may not be, correct.

TS Barbara Wire is indeed in NYC, and thank you to Sofia Bellez for helpfully providing the link. Still wondering if anyone has any information after having met with her?