Everyone goes through challenging situations in life. And while you may have successfully navigated through other difficulties in the past, there's nothing wrong with seeking out extra support when you need it. In fact, therapy is for people who have enough self-awareness to realize they need a collaborative, helping hand...and that is something to be admired. You are taking responsibility by accepting where you are in life and making a commitment to change the situation by seeking therapy. Therapy, psychotherapy, and counseling provide long-lasting benefits and support, giving you the tools you need to avoid triggers, re-direct damaging patterns, and overcome whatever behavioral challenges you may encounter. 

Yes. Our practice offers a scholarship fund for families who are unable to seek services at the full fee. The scholarship fund has been very successful and we donate 15% monthly to the public in service donations. The fund has varying slots based on client need, for example we offer 10% slots, 30% slots, 80% slots, or whatever the client may need and which we have open. We only request that as you approach a time when you may no longer need the scholarship or require less of it, that you let us know so we can move you out of your slot and extend this portion to another family. Ask your therapist if there are any openings in the fund if you feel this would be necessary for you.

We do not bill any insurance plans directly. However, we will happily provide you with insurance-ready statements ("superbills") to submit to your insurance provider for reimbursement. You are responsible for paying the full fee. Any reimbursement you receive is between you and your insurance provider.

If you would like to utilize your insurance services, you may have "out of network" coverage. 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?
• What coverage does my insurance have for "out of network" providers?

Absolutely! Confidentiality is one of the most important components between a client and therapist. Successful therapy requires a high degree of trust with highly sensitive subject matter that is usually not discussed anywhere but in the therapist's office. Every therapist should provide a written copy of their confidential disclosure agreement, and you can expect that what you discuss in session will not be shared with anyone. This is called “Informed Consent.” Sometimes, however, you may want your therapist to share information or give an update to someone on your healthcare team (your Physician, Naturopath, Attorney), but by law your therapist cannot release this information without obtaining your written permission.
 
However, state law and professional ethics require therapists to maintain confidentiality except for the following situations that must be reported to proper authorities:
 

• Suspected past or present abuse or neglect of children, adults, and elders must be reported to the appropriate 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.

There are a number of benefits to participating in therapy. Therapists can provide support, problem-solving skills, and enhanced coping strategies for issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship troubles, unresolved childhood issues, grief, stress management, body image issues, and creative blocks. Many people also find that therapists can be a tremendous asset to managing personal growth, interpersonal relationships, family concerns, marriage issues, and the hassles of daily life. These trained specialists can provide a fresh perspective on a difficult problem or point you in the direction of a solution. The benefits you obtain from therapy depend on how well you use the process and put into practice what you learn.

Some of the benefits from therapy include:

• Having 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

It is well established that the long-term solution to mental and emotional problems and the pain they cause cannot be solved solely by medication. Instead of just treating the symptom, therapy addresses the cause of your distress and the behavior patterns that curb your progress. Through therapy, you can best achieve sustainable growth, a greater sense of well-being, and an integrative approach to emotional and mental wellness. Working with your medical doctor, you can determine what's best for you, and in some cases a combination of medication and therapy is the right course of action.

They vary, depending on the therapist, services, or group you select.

Rates for Suzanne Meli:

• 90-minute first appointment: $350
• Individual Appointments (50-minutes): $200
• Couples Appointments (75-minutes): $300

Rates for Jim Kemp:

• 90-minute first appointment: $400
• Individual Appointments (50-minutes): $250
• Couples Appointments (75-minutes): $375

Men's group:

• Initial 12-week commitment $975
• Monthly dues for ongoing members: $325

Payment: We accept cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express. You can also pay for services with a Health Savings Account (HSA) at work or if you are self-employed and have a Medical Savings Account (MSA). If you have tax-free money deducted from your paycheck or from taxes for Health or Medical Savings, you can use that to pay for therapy.

Cancellation Policy: We offer a limited cancellation policy wherein weekly clients can cancel up to 6 sessions in one calendar year as long as they provide sufficient notice. If you do not show up for your scheduled therapy appointment and you have not notified us at least 48 hours in advance, you will be required to pay the full cost of the session.

Special Rates:
After-Hours Consultations will be billed at a rate of $100/15 minute increment

Excellent! We know that seeking counseling may not be easy, and we want to make the process as easy for you as possible. You can click here to schedule an appointment.

You can always contact us by phone at 720-295-2282 or visit our contact page if you have additional questions.

Because each person has different issues and goals for therapy, therapy will be different depending on the individual. In general, you can expect to discuss the current events happening in your life, your personal history relevant to your issue, and report progress (or any new insights gained) from the previous therapy session. Depending on your specific needs, therapy can be short-term for a specific issue or longer-term, to deal with more difficult patterns or your desire for more personal development. Either way, it is most common to schedule regular sessions with your therapist (usually weekly).
 
It's 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.  

The cost is divided between what you would pay our practice for clinical services and what you would pay the prescriber for their part (medical assessment, prescription, medication management, etc.)

Our practice pricing is based on treatment rounds with each round consisting of 3 sessions (typically one 50-minute preparation session, one 2.5 hour experiential session; and one 50-minute integration session) which we offer as a package at $1100. Most often a full course of KAP will include several of these treatment rounds (around 3 to 6).

People have many different reasons for coming to psychotherapy. Motivation may be going through a major life transition (unemployment, divorce, new job, etc.) or not dealing with stressful circumstances well. Some people need assistance coping with a range of other issues such as low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, spiritual conflicts, and creative blocks. Therapy can help you with some much needed encouragement and help with skills to get you through these periods. Others may be at a point where they are ready to learn more about themselves or want to be more effective with their goals in life. In short, people seeking psychotherapy are ready to meet the challenges in their lives and are ready to make changes in their lives. There are times when we all can benefit from learning new skills. Even therapists go to therapy!