Are there free consultations?
Some of our therapists do offer brief consultations, while others prefer to begin with a full session. It really depends on the counselor’s approach and availability.
We sincerely believe the best way to get a genuine sense of whether a counselor is a good fit is to spend a full 50-minute session together. This gives you time to experience their style, begin building rapport, share parts of your story (if you feel comfortable), and ask any questions you might have.
We hope you understand our reasoning and appreciate your flexibility. Our goal is to make sure your first experience helps you feel supported and confident moving forward.
How can I set up a session with a counselor?
Getting Started with Counseling
To begin, please submit an inquiry through our website to let us know you’re interested in counseling. If you have a preferred counselor, feel free to mention their name—we’ll check their availability for you.
If you plan to use insurance, we’ll verify your mental health or behavioral health benefits with your insurance provider. Please include your full date of birth on the contact form so we can set up your secure client portal. Once that’s ready, we’ll send you an insurance form to complete.
Please allow 24–48 business hours for us to review your information and confirm your benefits. After that, we’ll introduce you to your counselor electronically. You’ll then receive a link to complete your intake paperwork online and access your counselor’s calendar to schedule sessions.
Faith-Based Counseling in Virginia
Faith-based counseling is available for clients who want to include their faith or spirituality as part of the healing process. This approach takes a holistic view of the mind, body, and spirit, helping you find peace, direction, and healing through a deeper connection with your faith.
At Healing Hearts, some of our therapists provide Christian counseling in Virginia for clients who wish to integrate their beliefs into therapy. Sessions are not centered on prayer or scripture, but rather on exploring your relationship with God, understanding His role in your life, and learning how to stay grounded and faithful during life’s challenges.
For those who prefer a more general or non-faith-based approach, we focus on mind, body, and soul through mindfulness, personal growth, and compassion toward self and others. Every client is welcomed into a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space, regardless of background or belief.
Whether you’re seeking Christian counseling or simply want to explore spirituality in therapy, our goal is to help you heal and grow in a way that aligns with your values.
If you’re interested in learning more about faith-based or Christian counseling online in Virginia, please send us an inquiry — we’d be happy to help you get started.
Good Faith Estimate
Per the No Surprises Act of 2022, all medical providers are now required to provide a good faith estimate to its clients/patients, which include all mental health professionals. The good faith estimate is to provide as much transparency as possible of what costs could be accrued during your work with your clinician/counselor. This applies to those unable to use insurance or prefer to be self-paying clients.
For example, if you wish to attend weekly sessions for 1 year (52 weeks), our good faith estimate is an approximate total of $4,680.00 if meeting with a Resident Counselor or $6,500.00 if meeting with a Licensed Counselor. Please note that you are under no obligation to attend for any particular duration of time. Treatment may take shorter or longer and your counselor will have open conversations about that throughout your work together.
Some clients feel better enough after 12-15 sessions that they graduate within that time, and conclude sessions. Others find that they enjoy the process of therapy and want to approach another goal together. You and your counselor can also assess that as you go. You are only charged on a per session basis.
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Counselors are unethically able to provide a diagnosis before your first session. Below is a schedule of fees for the most commonly used service:
Individual Therapy, 90837-95 (Telehealth) - $105.00 (Resident Counselors) or $150.00 (Licensed Counselors)
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