How to decide on a counselor

The decision to begin counseling is an important one.  You want to choose a therapist who has the right kind of experience and with whom you feel comfortable.  Sometimes it helps to call and have a conversation by phone before deciding if any counselor is the right fit for you.  You also may want to make your decision based on the therapist's experience.

A counselor is not a doctor and cannot provide medications. For a specialist in psychiatric disorders requiring medications, you must contact a psychiatrist.

You may want to call your insurance company to see if the counselor is a provider in your network.

You also may want to ask a friend, pastor, guidance counselor,  or doctor who they recommend.

Karen Lundy has worked in different counseling positions including working with children, teenagers, couples and families.  Many of the issues include problems with anxiety, depression, communication, marriage and divorce issues, parenting, children with special needs such as ADHD and autism, substance abuse, anger management.

Michelle has experience helping individuals with anxiety, depression, extreme stress, ADHD, and ODD.  She enjoys counseling children, teens, and adults and possesses the knowledge and skills to incorporate faith-based interventions, if desired, into sessions.

Anna is a Cognitive Processing Therapist, CPT, and specializes treating trauma-related disorders. Anna also offers counseling for anxiety, depression, grief and loss, pregnancy related issues and teen challenges.  She enjoys working with teenagers as well as adults of all ages. 

Laurie enjoys working with individuals and couples. She has worked in a variety of settings such as: Inpatient Psychiatry, Community Mental Health, Pastoral Care Counseling and Private Practice. These experiences have allowed her to help clients with anxiety, eating disorders, communication skills, bereavement, depression, relational concerns, self esteem issues, family issues and conflict resolution.

Karen,  Laurie, Michelle and Anna accept most insurance and are open to discussing how you choose to pay.