Counseling and Therapy - Finding Answers to Life's Challenges
Life can present challenging moments, such as difficulties in relationships, a transition in or a search for a career path, or difficulty managing increased stress. Sometimes these challenges are ones that lead to personal self-reflection and growth. Other times, challenges can leave a person feeling "stuck" or not knowing how to cope. Counseling can be very helpful to individuals who find themselves unable to cope with life's challenges and feeling unable to resolve those problems and challenges on their own. Counseling can also be beneficial for persons in helping to resolve moments when more serious challenges arise, such as anxiety, depression, grief and loss, or facing conflictual relationships.
At AK Counseling & Consulting, we provide a range of mental health counseling and psychological services. Our licensed psychologists have over 35 years of experience in helping people identify and problem-solve their way through the issues and concerns of everyday life. We assist individuals in addressing, coping with, and resolving feelings of depression, anxiety, grief and loss that arise from serious life events. By taking a holistic, multicultural approach to counseling that values wellness and personal empowerment, our psychologists strive to create a collaborative client-therapist relationship that assists clients in a deeper understanding of their concerns and how best to manage and resolve their issues for themselves.
Types of Counseling and Therapy
The psychologists at AK Counseling & Consulting offer different types of counseling and therapy that
are best suited to the needs of each person. Individual counseling is available for persons seeking
a one-to-one counseling relationship with a psychologist to address and help assist them in resolving
their presenting concerns. Couples counseling is available to couples/partners experiencing
difficulties in their relationship that affect the quality of their connection or for those who
simply wish to further enhance their relationship. Group counseling is available and is oftentimes
beneficial to individuals who wish to share their difficulties with others who experience the same
or similar concerns and to receive the helpful support of others. An individual consultation
appointment can help you decide which option is best for you.
Confidentiality
Psychologists at AK Counseling & Consulting adhere to strict standards of confidentiality of client
records and contacts as outlined by the American Psychological Association and the Rules and
Regulations of the State of Georgia. Information provided to us by clients is strictly confidential
except in cases where there is an imminent life threatening situation, situations of suspected
abuse/neglect of children or elders, or when release of records is required by law. In addition,
our services are compliant with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of
1996.
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
In 2003, the U.S. Congress passed federal privacy standards intended to protect the privacy of
patients' medical records and other health information supplied to health care providers and
insurance companies. Known as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996
(HIPAA), these newly developed standards provide patients with greater control over the ways in
which their health information is disclosed and/or shared to health care providers or insurance
companies. For more information regarding HIPAA, visit the United States Department of Health and
Human Services website at http://www.hhs.gov/news/facts/privacy.html
Fees and Initial Appointment
A standard fee is charged for all counseling services. Payment of fees is discussed during the
initial appointment with our clients. In some cases, major medical insurance may cover the cost of
our services, but often pre-certification of services is required by the insurance company. Please
contact AK Counseling and Consulting to further discuss our fees and insurance coverage.
To set-up your first meeting, please call us at (706) 613-5290 to make an appointment. During the
initial appointment, you will be asked to complete a few information forms that will help us to
determine how AK Counseling & Consulting can be of most help to you. This paperwork should take
about 15 minutes or so to complete. After this, you will meet with one of our staff psychologists
to explore your needs and concerns. This meeting generally lasts between 1 and 1 ½ hours. During
this time, our fee structure, office policies, and counseling options will be addressed with you.
Contact Information
For more information on the types of counseling and psychotherapy services available, or for
questions regarding fees and scheduling an initial appointment contact, please call us at
(706) 613-5290. You may also e-mail our office at info@akcconline.com. One of our staff psychologists
will then contact you and provide you with the needed information.
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