FAQs
The counselor directs the client in obtaining a deeper understanding of their emotions and behaviors and assists them in interpersonal relationships. The goal of counseling is to have the individual feel healthier and happier.
Because we strive to meet your individual needs, counseling will be a different experience for different people. At your first appointment, background information will be attained and together, you and your counselor will work to establish your counseling goals.
The counselors strive to assist individuals, couples and families in feeling better as soon as possible. Due to their years of experience, they provide a variety of techniques, practices, and resources that provide healing.
Communication between the counselor and client are privileged. Information regarding client services will not be released to any party or agency without explicit written approval from the client. There are, however, several special circumstances which are exceptions to the rules regarding confidentiality.
- If fees are reimbursed by a third party (such as an insurance company), certain details of treatment must be released to adequately process the claim.
- If a client reveals information that indicates a clear danger of injury to himself/herself or to others, the counselor will need to contact appropriate authorities or family members.
- By Ohio Law, counselors have a legal responsibility to notify appropriate social agencies of the suspicion or knowledge of physical or sexual abuse or neglect of a child, disabled personal or an elderly person.
The frequency of appointments is based on your treatment goals.
So you may get all the appointment time we have allotted to you, it is important you arrive on time. If you are unable to keep your scheduled appointment, please call us – preferably 24 hours – in advance.
Absolutely! Our goal at Van Wert Counseling offices is to help you and sometimes that may mean talking to a different counselor on staff. Please let us know if you would like to meet with another counselor.
If you plan to use your insurance, please contact your insurance company to inform them that you are seeing an out-of-network provider for outpatient mental health counseling. We will provide you with a “superbill” containing all the necessary information for your insurance company. You will need to submit this superbill directly to your insurance company, and any reimbursement will be sent to you, not to us.
Please note that many insurance plans may limit the number of sessions covered, which might not be sufficient to meet your treatment goals.
Sessions are billed at $125.00 per hour and are charged in 15-minute increments.
As with any independent professional, these fees cover various expenses, including office staff wages, office space, utilities, website costs, office supplies, continuing education, and malpractice insurance.
Our counselors average a minimum of 20-25 hours of direct counseling time each week. The remainder of their time is dedicated to studying, completing necessary administrative paperwork, staying updated on new techniques by attending seminars and conferences, and meeting with peers. These additional responsibilities are essential for maintaining our licenses, but we do not receive payment for them.