what is counseling?

Counseling is type of working alliance based in a therapeutic relationship formed by the client and the counselor to work towards established goals of the client.

At Ascendant Psychological Services, this is done in live session via phone or Telehealth (video-conferencing).

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Our session will be

  • Personalized

    Our initial sessions will be dedicated to assessing your current wellness and creating a personalized plan to fit your unique needs and goals.

    You are the captain of your own ship.

  • Targeted

    We utilize various treatment modalities to target your goals in every session. I’ll work closely with you to help identify and overcome obstacles, triggers, and worries.

    You can do anything you want to.

  • Integrative

    Since achieving wellness is more than just talk and self - discovery, I’ll help you find the practical means toward accomplishing your goals.

    You are capable of change.

Our mission

through self discovery we will tackle your goals so you can live a life you want of wellness & FULFILLMENT.

What is the Approach to counseling?

  • Person-Centered Therapy

  • Strengths Based Approach

  • Trauma-Informed Treatment

  • Integrated Skills of Mindfulness and Self-Compassion

  • Resources and Tools Assisted Treatment

FAQs

what types of things does counseling help with?

The short answer - everything! Counseling is a evidence based treatment for mental health issues in which we utilized various methods depending on the client’s goals. We aim to help with everything from depression, anxiety, and stress to relationships problems, self-discovery, and facing fear. We we tackle any problem from work and career concerns, stress about driving, and going off to college to marriage issues, overcoming social anxiety, or exploring a new direction with your life.

What if i don’t know if counseling is right for me right now?

Starting counseling for the first time can be intimidating, unknown, and scary sometimes. We aim to help you be as comfortable with this process as possible as well as creating a safe space for you. Contacting us for a free consultation is the first step to knowing if this is something that is right for you?

how do i get started with counseling?

Reach out to us through our Contact page, or directly contact us:

ascendantps@gmail.com

208-471-8631

what shoudl i expect in counseling?

The biggest thing we want you to know coming in is that YOU are in control of your own counseling. A counselor is simply a fellow passenger with you as we tackle goals together. We are merely an outside perspective to help give some awareness to you in different ways. You can expect us to listen, reflect, and even ask some questions sometimes. We are more than happy to discuss this further in the free consultation.

How long is a counseling session?

Depending on the service provided this can vary. The standard time would be a 60 minute session for an individual. See the Services page for more information.

what is the cost?

The cost of session can vary depending on service provided. The standard rate is $110 for a 60 minute individual session.