Professional Compassionate,  Counselor in Durham, NC

Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I book a session?

To book a session please fill out the contact form on this page for a free 10 to 15-minute phone consultation. During this consultation, we will ask about your current situation and concerns, and help you book your initial appointment. 

*WE ARE CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS FOR APPOINTMENTS both in-person and virtually.

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What insurance are you in-network with?

We are in-network BCBS PPO, Blue Value, BCBS State Health Plan, and Aetna.  

 

Please be sure to check with your insurance that it covers mental health counseling and if you have a deductible. If you need help navigating this, please reach out to us.

 

Remember you can use your health savings account card to cover the cost of sessions including any co-pays and/or deductible. 

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What are the self-pay rates?

Initial Intake Session: $170

All other 53-60min sessions: $170 

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Where is your office located?

OUR office is located at 2880 Slater Rd, Suite 100, Morrisville, NC 2756, and is easily accessible to clients in Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Apex, and Morrisville areas.

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Do you offer telehealth?

Morrisville Counseling offers distance counseling to clients via a HIPPA-approved video conferencing system. This is a great way to make therapy accessible to all. *Telehealth is not covered by all insurance companies or particular plans. 

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What does a a counselor or therapist do?

A therapist is a professional who helps people identify goals and potential solutions to problems which cause emotional turmoil. Therapists help clients improve communication and coping skills; strengthen self-esteem; and promote behavior change and optimal mental health. To achieve that goal therapist may  conduct individual or group counseling sessions. Therapists use a variety of techniques during counseling sessions. The technique that is used depends on the client’s needs and the counselor’s style. Common techniques include:

 

- exploring emotions and feelings associated with the problem

- developing coping skills

- practicing new skills

- role playing

- setting goals

- providing support

- making referrals to other professionals, if necessary.

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Learn more about what precisely a therapist does.

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What is the difference between a therapist and counselor?

There is some overlap between the terms "counselor" and "therapist." They are both used to refer to mental health professionals who offer counseling or therapy. However, in specific terms, “counselor” and “therapist” refer to two separate categories of mental health professionals. Some of their skills and interests may be similar, but their training and licensing are not the same. When comparing the two for your personal mental health therapy, the most significant distinction to consider is finding a therapist who offers techniques that are tailored to your specific requirements. Our team at Morrisville Counseling has training and expertise in a wide variety of counseling and therapy techniques. You can find out what the titles and letters after our therapists' name's mean in our guide. Or contact us to see if we are a good fit for your needs.

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What are the benefits of counseling?

Counseling can provide many benefits. Talking to a therapist can help you feel better. You can talk about things that are making you unhappy. The therapist will help you understand how these things are making your life difficult and will give you strategies to deal with the problems.

 

It can help you:

 

- Identify and change negative thinking and behavior patterns

- Develop healthy coping skills

- Improve communication skills

- Resolve conflict in relationships

- Heal from past trauma

- Increase self-esteem and confidence

- Manage stress and anxiety