Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is therapy like?
It is important to understand that you will get more results from therapy if you actively participate in the process. The ultimate purpose of therapy is to help you bring what you learn in session back into your life. Therefore, beyond the work you do in therapy sessions, your therapist may suggest some things you can do outside of therapy to support your process – such as reading a pertinent book, journaling on specific topics, noting particular behaviors or taking action on your goals. People seeking psychotherapy are ready to make positive changes in their lives, are open to new perspectives and take responsibility for their lives.
How can therapy help me?
• Attaining a better understanding of yourself, your goals and values
• Developing skills for improving your relationships
• Finding resolution to the issues or concerns that led you to seek therapy
• 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
• Discovering new ways to solve problems in your family or marriage
• Improving your self-esteem and boosting self-confidence
Do I really need therapy? I can usually handle my problems.
Does what we talk about in therapy remain confidential?
However, state law and professional ethics require therapists to maintain confidentiality except for the following situations:
• Suspected past or present abuse or neglect of children and elders to the authorities, including Child Protection and law enforcement, based on information provided by the client or collateral sources.
• If the therapist has reason to suspect the client is seriously in danger of harming him/herself or has threatened to harm another person.
What about medication vs. psychotherapy?
We do not prescribe medications at this time. Appropriate referrals to physicians and other healthcare professionals are available upon request.
Do you take insurance, and how does that work?
To determine if you have mental health coverage through your insurance carrier, the first thing you should do is call them. Check your coverage carefully and make sure you understand their answers. Some helpful questions you can ask them:
• What are my mental health benefits?
• What is the coverage amount per therapy session?
• How many therapy sessions does my plan cover?
• How much does my insurance pay for an out-of-network provider?
• Is approval required from my primary care physician?
Do I have an option not to bill insurance?
How do I make an appointment?
You can also go to the “Contact” section of this website to submit for an appointment request.
How quickly can an appointment be made?
We will respond to your inquiry for services within two business days, excluding holidays.
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Commonly Treated Issues
Anxiety
Anger
Behavioral Disorders
Chronic Stress
Codependency
Depression
Domestic Violence
Family Conflict
Gambling
Grief
Impulse Control
Sexual Abuse
Sleep Disturbances
Trauma/PTSD
Eating Disorders
Treatment Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Brainspotting (BSP)
EMDR
Emotion-Focused Therapy
Family Systems
Motivational Interviewing
Person-Centered Therapy
Play Therapy
Sandtray Therapy
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Somatic Experiencing (SE)
Trauma-Focused Yoga
Mindfulness/Relaxation Therapy
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Heber Springs,
AR 72543
Ph: (501) 270-9503
Fax: (501) 235-3866
Email :
info@heberspringscounseling.com