What will counseling do for me?
Counseling/psychotherapy has been found to be an effective means for creating meaningful and lasting change in your life. Professional counselors are trained in helping people to achieve more satisfaction and improved functioning in needed areas in their lives as well as to deal with mental illness. At Inner Vision Counseling the focus is on facilitating goals and change where the client chooses in order to increase their effectiveness and enjoyment in life. Counseling/psychotherapy is not just for people suffering from serious mental illnesses or personality disorders. It is also about living a better more enjoyable life through understanding accepting and loving yourself and sometimes making changes in order to live more fully.

How long will counseling take?
All people are unique and their situations are different. Occasionally, a client will come in with a simple issue requiring only 1 to 3 sessions in order for positive change to happen. Many people need a bit longer and some might require long term counseling for progress to be made and lasting change to occur. Most people who work hard both in and out of sessions progress enough for lasting change to enjoy and continue building upon by themselves within 6 to 10 sessions.

What if I'm not sure about counseling?
If at any time you feel that counseling is not going in the right direction to meet your needs please let your counselor know this. Many times it can be a turning point in your therapy. Counseling should meet your needs! If you believe that your counselor might not be the right one for you, discuss this with them then ask for a referral if you believe that it is necessary. They should refer you to another qualified therapist that may suit your needs better.

How much will it cost?
A 50 minute session will cost $80.00. Payment in full is expected at the time of service. Cash, personal checks,Mastercard and Visa are all acceptable forms of payment.

Do you take insurance?
Y ou may submit these charges to your health insurance company yourself as "out of network" for reimbursement according to the agreement you have with your insurance company. Some cover a portion of mental health counseling and some do not. I give everyone 2 copies of their receipt or "superbill" at each appointment. This should be all you need if you choose to submit it. As an "out of network"provider I will have no contact with your insurance company and you will easily know exactly what information they have about your mental health. Be informed that health insurance companys will not cover counseling unless you have been given a mental health diagnosis. Relationship counseling and couples counseling are not covered by insurance unless at least one partner is diagnosed with a mental health disorder. This information is important to know. because insurance companys keep this information permanently and it will be disclosed to future insurance companys if you ever switch. For these reasons, many people opt not to use their insurance. If you do choose to use a counselor or agency who is an "in network" provider, that you do have the right to know what diagnosis you have been given.

What about confidentiality?
Any communication with your counselor is protected by both State and Federal Laws as well as by the Counselor Code of Ethics. Certain exceptions do exist however, involving abuse or neglect of children or elders, and protection from homicidal or suicidal behaviors. *Check out the confidentiality link on this website for full information. Confidentiality is very important and we will discuss this at your first appointment as well as any other time you feel it is necessary.

How do I make an appointment?
The easiest way to make your appointment is to call the office at (614)659-1544. Please keep in mind that you will likely get the answering machine. Please provide your name and a phone number where you can be reached and a message as needed. I will make every effort to reach you as soon as possible. If you would prefer to e-mail first with questions, the email link is at the bottom of this and all pages on the website.

How long is the wait before I can get in for my first appointment?
Generally, you can get in within 2-3 days for your first appointment. Office hours are by appointment and evenings and some weekends are available when needed.