The importance of mental health is currently at an all time high. In addition it is also well documented that medical costs are reduced when appropriate therapy is utilized. The stigma that once kept people from seeking help has dissipated to a great extent and it is now very common to find that many people have either received therapy themselves or have a family member or friend who has sought psychological counseling.
Ironically, as more and more people are developing an awareness of how treatable emotional problems can be, finding a qualified therapist is getting more and more confusing. The intricacies of managed care plans and continually changing benefits programs are becoming increasingly complex.
To help clients sort out their mental health benefits, the amount of their co-pay, and the choice of therapist, Bloomsburg Psychological Center researches each client’s insurance plan before scheduling an appointment. This prevents “surprises” when insurance payments arrive, ensures that the therapist selected is covered by the plan, and completes the pre-certification requirement that many companies now have.
After appropriate information is gathered, we match each client with the therapist who best fits his or her individual needs and time schedule. Our therapists each have special skills and training, and these are carefully considered before scheduling.
We take this extra time and effort because we know that the therapeutic relationship is a very special and important one. From your first session to your final session, it is our goal to make your counseling experience a meaningful and helpful one in your life.
Dorothy Ashman, M.A.
Licensed Psychologist, Director