Frequently Asked Questions About Therapy
Therapy is an investment in yourself and in your relationships. Therapy can make all the difference when you are feeling stuck, lost, or hopeless.
Who Goes to Therapy?
Anyone struggling with an issue that acts as a barrier to being successful and reaching their goals
Anyone who has something difficult to discuss or process
Anyone who needs help learning skills to deal with conflicts in relationships
A resource that can help you see if you would benefit from counseling are our self-assessments.
How much does counseling cost?
We are considered out-of-network for insurance purposes but would be happy to provide you with a superbill or receipt that you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement directly through them. We recommend that you contact your insurance company to find out more about out-of-network benefits. Many insurance plans do cover out-of-network providers at a certain percentage. Good faith estimates are available upon request. Fees vary by provider and based on the services provided. All sessions are 45-50 minutes unless otherwise specified. Longer sessions are available at a pro-rated fee upon request.
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$175 for the initial intake
$150 for the subsequent 45-minute individual sessions
$175 for EMDR therapy sessions
$280 for couples intake
$215 for 60-minute couples counseling
$280 for 90-minute couples session
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$120 for the initial intake
$100 for subsequent 45-minute individual sessions
$120 for 60-minute individual sessions
$160 for 90-minute individual sessions
$190 for 90-minute couples counseling/couples intake
$150 for 60-minute couples counseling
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$175 for the initial intake
$150 for subsequent 45-minute individual sessions
$175 for 60-minute sessions
$200 for 90-minute sessions
$175 for EMDR therapy sessions
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$160 for the initial intake
$150 for subsequent 45-minute individual sessions
$215 for 60-minute couples counseling
$280 for a 90-minute couples session
$510 for 3-hours of couples intensives session
$700 for 4-hours of couples intensives session
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$280 for a 90-minute couples intake
$190 for 45-minute individual and EMDR sessions
$225 for 60 minute sessions
$250 for 90 minutes individual sessions
$280 for 90 minutes couples sessions
Will my insurance company cover your services?
If you have out-of-network benefits with your insurance, I can provide you with a receipt called a superbill which can be submitted to your insurance company for reimbursement. This superbill has the information the insurance company needs to pay for services such as a CPT code and diagnosis information.
Many insurance plans do cover what are called out-of-network benefits. That is, the insurance will often reimburse you a percentage for mental health services. You pay out of pocket and then submit a receipt to your insurance company directly for reimbursement. For our Houston clients with out-of-network benefits, some have reported having most of the services covered through this reimbursement, while others have said their insurance companies do not have out-of-network benefits. Some clients have reported having 60 or 75% covered once they met their deductible.
Please contact your insurance company directly to confirm what their coverage is. We recommend you find this out before your first appointment so you are not surprised by anything. We have found coverage varies greatly.
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Does my health insurance company include out-of-network coverage for mental health services?
Is there a deductible? If yes, what is it?
What percentage or amount of care is covered once I meet my deductible?
Do you reimburse all diagnoses?
Where do I submit the superbill (receipt for services), how often does it need to be submitted, and how long does it take to be reimbursed?
What if I can’t make my counseling appointment or if I need to cancel?
We have a limited number of sessions available each day. When you schedule, we reserve that spot for you. If you need to cancel or reschedule, please give a minimum of 24 hours’ notice. If you fail to give 24 hours’ notice, you are responsible for the full session fee. If you do give at least 24 hours’ notice, we would be happy to reschedule or cancel your appointment.
How long does counseling last?
The counseling session lasts 50 minutes, or 90 minutes for a double session. Double sessions are especially helpful for couples at the beginning of therapy to reduce stress and tension quickly. Most clients prefer to come in weekly when their concerns are acute. However, appointments may be scheduled less frequently as needed. At Wilson Counseling, we believe in having solutions-oriented therapy sessions that are focused on your goals. It is important to realize that therapy can take some work on your part, plus a bit of patience, but it does not have to be a process that takes a long time. It is a myth that therapy must last several months or years to be effective. Therapy does work, and clients often see some improvement within the first few sessions.
OTHER QUESTIONS YOU MIGHT HAVE:
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Therapy is about helping you become the person you were created to be. A trained therapist is someone who can come alongside you in a therapeutic alliance and help you to achieve the things you have been struggling to achieve on your own. Practically speaking, therapy can help you to:
Decrease feelings of sadness or anxiety
Increase coping strategies
Increase communication and negotiation skills
Increase self-awareness
Increase awareness of strengths
Process difficult situations like grief and loss or the experience of a traumatic event
Deal with family and childhood issues
Manage anger
Learn to be assertive
Learn to recover from eating disorders, eat intuitively or deal with a poor body image
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Studies indicate that people treated through therapy are better off than 80% of people with similar levels of problems who do not receive therapy. Consumer Reports reviewed the effectiveness of therapy by analyzing surveys from 2,125 respondents who visited a mental health professional for depression or anxiety. Respondents reported a 70% improvement in emotional functioning after 1-6 sessions and almost an 80% improvement after 13 or more sessions.
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Wilson Counseling accepts all major credit cards, including HSA & FSA cards.
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As Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby said, "People often ask, ‘How much does this cost?’ When I hear this I think to myself, ‘They’re focusing on the wrong thing.’ I’d like you to ask yourself a different question:
What’s the opportunity cost of NOT getting expert help at the right time?
The fact is that the future of your family, your career and your personal wellbeing could be hanging in the balance. Deciding to get expert help during a “fork in the road” moment can be a life-changing investment in yourself, your marriage, your family, and your future.
The value of what we can bring to your life transcends money. Having love, happiness and success is worth far more than what money can buy, like a couch or a vacation…Your Love, Happiness and Success needs to be the first priority.
The wellbeing of your family, your emotional wellness, and your ability to function well in your career are simply more important than numbers in an account somewhere.
Investing in your family, your emotional health, and your career will reap dividends that are far more precious than anything money can buy. This is an investment in your life. "
– Dr. Lisa Marie Bobby
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You will receive a link before your session which allows you to easily connect with your therapist. All you have to do is to copy that link into a browser on your computer. If you have a computer and the internet, you can do online therapy with Wilson Counseling. It's really easy!
All video sessions are conducted on a private and secure HIPPA compliant website. Video-based counseling outcomes have been shown to be as good as face-to-face counseling sessions, and some clients find they are more comfortable opening up in this setting.
If you don't like technology or prefer to speak on the phone, that is a great option, too. You can still speak from the privacy and security of your home and get the help you need to start feeling better today.