Counseling FAQ

  • I work adults only; trauma survivors; partners of sex addicts; individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, grief/loss, codependency, poor boundaries, etc.

    I do not work with couples, families, or minors (under 18), couples, or families.

    I recommend you go to

    https://www.psychologytoday.com/us

    to search for a therapist in your area who works with couples, families, or children.

  • I work only with individuals 18 years old or older

    I work with couples

    I do not work with families

    If you are looking for a therapist who works with children or families, I recommend you go to

    https://www.psychologytoday.com/us

    to search for a therapist in your area who offers what you are looking for.

  • Individual counseling appointments are $150 and all sessions are 50 minutes.

    Couples counseling appointments are $175 and all sessions are 50 minutes.

    Once you schedule your initial appointment, an email will be sent to you with instructions on how to access your secure client portal where you will need to log in and complete/sign documents before we meet.

  • No, I do not accept any type of insurance. However, I can provide you with a superbill that you may submit to your insurance company for possible partial reimbursement. If you wish to submit the superbill to your insurance company, I suggest that you contact them first to verify insurance benefits and their reimbursement policy. I do not work directly with insurance companies on behalf of clients.

    ~ All appointments are self-pay

    ~ Payments are expected at time service is rendered

    ~ Cash, check ($30 returned check fee), and debit/credit cards are accepted

    I recommend you go to

    https://www.psychologytoday.com/us

    to search for a therapist in your area who accepts your type of insurance.

  • If you were referred to me by Lyra, First Sun, or All One Health Employee Assistance Program (EAP), through your employer, the total fees for all sessions will be covered by them. I personally do not work with insurance companies, but the EAP does so they will handle all insurance payments. However, if you do not attend your appointment or you cancel with less than a 24 hour notice and your employer through the EAP does not reimburse me for the missed appointment, you will be responsible for the full fee of the session and you will not be able to schedule another appointment until the no-show/late fee is paid in full.

  • No, I do not charge more for the initial session. All sessions are the same fee and the same length of time.

  • The first assessment session will provide you with the opportunity to share why you are seeking therapy, what your current challenges are, and your goals for therapy. There will be therapy-directed questions, resources discussed, and a referral will be given if I feel that a different level of care or type of support would be best for you depending upon where you are in your healing journey.

  • No, I do not complete any type of documentation including, but not limited to:

    ~ short-term or long-term disability

    ~ SSI

    ~ Emotional Support Animals

    ~ Service Animals

    ~ FMLA

    ~ legal issues

  • No, I do not conduct any assessments including, but not limited to:

    ~ psychological assessments

    ~ psychiatric assessments

    ~ ADHD assessments

    ~ Autism assessments

  • Every client’s therapy process is unique. Some clients choose to meet weekly, biweekly, or monthly. Some client meet a few times while others continue to work with the therapist for longer periods of time. We will work together to help decide what is best for your specific needs.

  • You may email me at linda@hopeandhealingcounselingcenterllc.com, call/text me at 803-262-4307, or complete the contact form on this website if you want more information or if you are ready to schedule an appointment. Once your first session is scheduled, you will be sent an email with a link to the client portal where you will be able to complete and sign documents. After the forms are completed, we will meet for your first appointment to begin your healing journey.

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