Frequently Asked Questions

Counseling is a very personal process of self-exploration and discovery. It is what we use to find awareness, seek growth and breakdown problems into manageable, solvable pieces. It is seeking support to improve the quality of your life.

You can begin right now by contacting us and scheduling an appointment. We guide you every step of the way through the process.

We currently participate with the following insurance carriers. Please note that plans vary and benefits offered are subject to your specific plan's terms.

• Aetna
• Benefit Assistance
• Blue Cross/Blue Shield
• Cigna
• Healthsmart
• Magellan
• Optum
• PEIA
• The Health Plan of Upper Ohio Valley
• UMR
• United Behavioral Health
• Out of Network (depending upon your plan
• Private Pay

Sessions last approximately 1 hour. Initially, we recommend attending weekly sessions to help achieve your goals quickly and confidently.

The length of time spent on the therapy process varies depending on your individual circumstances and desired outcomes. Some may only require a few sessions to begin feeling better and move forward. Others may need some additional time.

This is our opportunity to get to know you. We'll ask about your current symptoms and struggles as well as learn about your relationships, interests, strengths and goals.

From there, we will begin to formulate a strategy that helps you make the steps needed to achieve the desired change.

1. Identify your counseling goals. Focus on specific goals and outcomes. This will help you begin to make meaningful change.
2. Be honest about your feelings and ask questions when you have them. Talking about what is bothering you can sometimes be a challenge, but creating change begins with stepping out of what is uncomfortable.
3. Counseling is a collaboration that helps support and guide you as you reach your own conclusions. Counseling equips you with the tools and encouragement you need in reaching your goals in a safe, supportive environment.
4. Be ready to change. Everyone has their own definition of what change means. Ultimately it is up to you, with the assistance of your therapist, to decide what that change will look like and then create a plan to actively get you there.
5.  Do the work between sessions. Sometimes your therapist will give you work to do in between sessions. It is important to practice what you are learning outside of your sessions. Additionally, as questions and other topics come up, write them down so that you may address them at your next appointment.
6. It is important to recognize that most problems are not created overnight. Nor should the solutions be expected in that way. Counseling is a journey of self. And like all transformations that can take time.

Confidential is the cornerstone of your treatment with us. 

There are strict client-therapist  laws to keep the things you discuss in session private. Exceptions to this, under applicable state law, include if you are an imminent danger to yourself or others, in cases suspected child, elder or dependent adult abuse, or if a qualifying court order has been issued.

Additionally, you may provide written consent for the release of information if you wish for your therapist to share information about your counseling.