Counseling and Therapy for Individuals & Families

Therapy is an investment in your well-being that will pay dividends throughout your life through better mood, more intimate relationships, and higher performance.

We offer free 15 minute consultations. Our team has multiple levels of clinicians:

Stephanie Camins, LPC

Individual Therapy – $150-180 per session
Hypnotherapy – $180 per session
Clinical Supervision – $200 per hour

Associate Therapists

Individual Therapy – $120-140 per session
Couples & Family – $150-180 per session

Affordable Counseling Program

Interns – $70-80 session

Choosing a therapist can be a daunting task. Here are a few points to remember.

It is important to choose a therapist who is a good match for you. This is a very personal decision. Even the most professionally respected therapist in the world will not be a good match for everyone. Remember that different people work together in different ways. You should feel comfortable with the style of your therapist. Sometimes it takes a few “tries” to find a good match.

It is OK to shop around until you find the right therapist for you. Feel free to interview a prospective therapist, asking questions about their style of therapy and training, fee structure, cancellation policy, insurance reimbursement, how long they have been in practice, and if they are familiar working with the kinds of issues you want to work on in therapy.

According to the American Psychological Association:

• The length of treatment for psychological problems will necessarily vary from one individual to another. Essentially, the treatment (type and duration) should always be matched appropriately to the nature and severity of the person’s presenting difficulties. Acute difficulties usually require fewer treatment sessions than do chronic conditions. Moreover, the length of treatment also varies with the type of treatment provided; cognitive-behavioral treatments, which focus on a specific problem, are generally briefer than are psychotherapies with a broader focus.

• It is important to consider the following when determining the length of treatment:

• • Therapy successfully ends when the patient has accomplished the goals mutually agreed upon with the therapist.

• • Discussion of treatment length should be part of your conversation with the therapist.

• • Treatment length is often tentative and revisited throughout the course of treatment.

“Research has generally found a positive relationship between treatment length and clinical outcomes such that more individuals will show significant change or recovery with increasing treatment length. It is therefore important that you have a sufficient amount of treatment and reasonable expectations for treatment length before deciding treatment is not working.”

Therapists can provide support, problem-solving skills, and enhanced coping strategies for issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship troubles, unresolved childhood issues, grief, stress management, body image issues and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. 

Counselors can be a tremendous asset to managing mental illness, interpersonal relationships, family concerns, and the stresses of daily life. They can provide a fresh perspective on a difficult problem or help you find a solution. The benefits you obtain from therapy depend on how well you use the process and put into practice what you learn. In other words, you get back what you put into it.

Some of the benefits available from therapy include:

• Attaining a better understanding of yourself, your goals and values
• Developing skills for improving your relationships or solving problems
• Learning new ways to cope with stress and anxiety
• Managing anger, grief, depression, and other emotional pressures
• Improving communications and listening skills
• Changing old behavior patterns and developing new ones
• Improving your self-esteem and boosting self-confidence
• Managing serious mental illness

Therapy is a two-way process that works especially well when you and your therapist communicate openly. Research shows that the outcome of therapy is improved when the therapist and the client collaborate about what the major problems are and how therapy can help.  90% of the success in counseling can be predicted by a good rapport between a therapist and the client.

You and your therapist both have responsibilities in establishing and maintaining this good working relationship. Doing your part is being clear with your therapist about any concerns as they arise. Therapy works best when you attend sessions regularly and give some forethought as to what you want to discuss during each session.  Also, incorporating your therapist’s feedback into the time between sessions increases the effectiveness of your sessions.

Therapy isn’t easy. But if you’re willing to work in close partnership with your therapist you will accomplish your goals and find relief from emotional distress and.

Absolutely! If you struggle with anxiety, therapy can be a helpful space for you to learn coping strategies or simply talk through your emotions. Anxiety is one of the most common issues that our clients face — all of the therapists at our practice have a wealth of knowledge and experience with this issue. Reach out today to schedule a consultation with one of our clinicians.

Chest pain is a common symptom of anxiety. While not everyone experiences anxiety in the same way, some individuals may experience chest pain/tightness or shortness of breath when feeling anxious. If you are struggling with anxiety, try taking some deep breaths to help calm your nervous system.

Yes, depression oftentimes causes people to feel tired, fatigued, and just plain worn down. Know that you don’t have to face depression alone — our therapists are here to support you. 

There are several effective types of therapy for depression.  Which one is right for you depends on several factors such as the severity of your symptoms, your preferences and your goals.

Understanding the various types of therapy will help you make a choice that is right for you:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

The most widely known therapy for depression.  CBT focuses on changing negative, self-defeating thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to depression.  The way we think about an event, ourselves or others has a direct impact on how we feel and what actions we take.  It may seem like a no brainer but the more time we spend thinking negatively the worse we feel.

CBT uses exercises such as deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, meditation, organizational strategies, goal setting, journaling, and ‘thought stopping’ techniques to help identifying the core beliefs that are contributing to your depression.

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

An offshoot of CBT with the focus on acknowledgement and acceptance of self.  Practicing self-compassion and validation will help you come to terms with your negative thoughts and feelings and begin using coping skills more effectively.  When you  become an expert at regulating your own emotions, your interpersonal relationships also improve.

Family Therapy

Improving your relationships leads to overall improved mental health.  A healthy support system is a top priority in improving mood. Whether family dynamics are the heart of the problem or your family members don’t know how to support you when you’re depressed, this type of therapy helps everyone work together for a better outcome.

Difficult family dynamics often contribute to depression in individuals.  Family therapy can help you identify and correct dysfunctional relationship patterns.  Family therapy will help you communicate your thoughts and emotions and work through that circular argument that seems to come up over and over. You may find that a combination of individual therapy such as CBT and family therapy is the right fit for you.

EMDR

Depression involves entrenched negative belief systems that can develop from unprocessed stressful and traumatic life events.

EMDR can relieve these depressive symptoms and help reframe negative beliefs, resolve unprocessed trauma and adverse experiences, improve energy and mood, and create a more positive understanding of the self and others. EMDR therapy can be used alone or with other approaches to create

Yes.  In most cases, therapy is covered by health insurance.  Most commonly, you will be responsible for your deductible and copay which varies depending on the plan you have.  Check with your insurance carrier for details on your coverage. 

We currently accept Cigna, Aetna, and United for our Associate and Master Clinicians.