Individual and Family Counseling Services

DRG Counseling

​​​​​​​​​​Frequently Asked Questions

How long and how many times a week is a typical session?

• Sessions are usually 50-60 minutes in length.
  
• Most clients are seen once or twice a week in the beginning, then, as time goes on, less frequently.
  
• The number of sessions depends on what your current needs are.
  

How long will I be in counseling?

• The length of time a client is in counseling depends on the nature of the problem and the goals of the counseling.
  
• Some clients have a very specific problem that can be worked through in a set course of sessions.
  
• For others, counseling is an on-going learning process and they choose to receive counseling for a longer period.
  

What if I want couples counseling, but my partner won't come? 

• Unfortunately, sometimes one partner is not as willing as the other to come in for counseling.
  
• However, we often find that it is possible to improve the relationship with just one person involved in counseling.
  

How much are your Fees and do you take insurance?​

Following are some guidelines for our fee structure:

​Standard Rate(s):

     Individual(s)

• $ 165 for initial intake
• $ 145 per subsequent session
  

​    Family/Couples

• $ 165 for initial intake
  
• $ 165 per subsequent sessions 
  

Reduced Fee(s):

• $ 35 per session with the Clinical Mental Health Counseling intern
  

• Other reduced fees and sliding scale available on a case-by-case basis.
  

Other Fee(s):

• Clients will be charged $ 75 for any cancellations under 24 hours or    for any missed appointments.  

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Insurance

• Most major insurance plans accepted.  
  

• Services may be covered in full or in-part   by your health insurance or           employee benefit plan.

Please check your coverage carefully by asking the following questions:

Do I have mental health insurance benefits ?

• What is my deductible and has it been met ?
  
• How many sessions per year does my health insurance cover ?
  
• What is the coverage amount per therapy session ?
  
• Is approval required from my primary care physician ?
  

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any more questions about the insurance we accept, our fees, methods of payment, and any other general payment policies.

Do I need to take medications?

• As counselors and therapists, we are not legally allowed to prescribe medications.
  
• However, based on a joint assessment of problems you are facing, it may be advisable to consult with a psychiatrist to determine whether medication is warranted.
  
• Typically, if this is required, clients see someone under their health insurance coverage or we can refer you to a psychiatrist.​