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The initial session is particularly structured and focuses on helping us get to know you and your history/background. The session will also include  a brief overview into our approach towards counseling and our therapeutic style. We understand that there may be some pressing issues you want to start working on right away, so we can work to find a balance together in order to accommodate both your needs as well as what is needed administratively.

We tend to provide a lot of autonomy in sessions, as we believe you are the expert on what you need and are looking for. With this, the exact structure depends on what you prefer. Some people prefer to just be listened to, and some people prefer to focus on developing coping skills. Generally speaking, sessions will allow for a bit of both. Here are Illumino, we want you to feel comfortable communicating what you need for any given session, so the exact structure can and will most likely fluctuate as we work together. 

This depends on why you are seeking counseling and the approach you would like to take. If you are seeking counseling to navigate a current crisis, counseling will most likely not need to last longer than a few sessions. However, if you are dealing with more chronic struggles, the counseling experience will take longer. The average length of counseling is about 12-15 weeks, but the exact length of your counseling experience is something that we can discuss together based on your needs, expectations, and goals.

This is a personal question that only you can answer. If you are having difficulty managing whatever challenges you are facing on your own, or with the support systems that you already have in place, chances are that it would be helpful to seek professional help. When in doubt, we recommend giving counseling a try. 

Sessions that are considered 60-minute sessions will typically last from 52 to 60 minutes, and 45-minute sessions will typically last from 38 to 52 minutes.

We are only able to see clients who are physically present in Virginia, Maryland, or Florida. Licensing restrictions state that you must be physically present in one of the three states during your session, so if you are willing to travel to one of the three states for session, we are able to work with you. If you decide to do this, you will be asked to provide the address of your location during the session to both verify your whereabouts as well as in case of emergency. If you are out of state, even for a short period of time, you will not be able to be seen by us until you return to a state where we offer services.

The level of involvement depends on the child’s age, the problem at hand, and personal preference. Certain things will always be communicated with parents, such as suicidal or homicidal ideation, self-harm, or other dangerous activities. If there are any other issues that would be helpful for the parents to know, the counselor will either encourage the child to communicate these on their own or will ask permission to do so themselves.

60-minute sessions are $150, and 45-minute sessions are $120. If this is not feasible for you, we do offer a sliding scale based on your W2 information. Initial consultations, such as a 15 minute video call, are free of charge.

Unfortunately, Illumino Counseling does not accept insurance. Only out of pocket payments will be received. We do provide information that can assist in being reimbursed by your insurance provider, though. If you have any questions on what this process looks like, please feel free to reach out or contact your insurance company directly.

While our company holds Catholic Christian values, we respect that our client’s values and beliefs may differ from our own. With this, we work to provide person-centered treatment and encourage you to communicate your personal beliefs and values as we work together. The extent to which faith is integrated into our sessions is up to you as the client.