Courage in Action:

a blog of Empowered Life Counseling LLC

Blog posts and news about the therapy practice, including mental health education and resources; reflections about authentic living in times of stress and change; and business updates.

Beat the Winter Blues (with support)
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Beat the Winter Blues (with support)

Coming soon to Empowered Life Counseling: Beat the Winter Blues with a Self-Compassion Support Group! Support groups foster connection and a focus on coping skills by being member-led and directed. I am currently running a survey for current or prior clients to share their interest and availability for a self-compassion support group. Many folks have shared their loathing for the end of daylight savings time; concerns about the stress of the upcoming holidays; and feelings of general discontent around this time of year. It’s time to support each other with compassion

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Insurance Updates
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Insurance Updates

Good news! If you would like to use existing insurance coverage to pay for counseling services, I am now paneled with the following insurance providers: Ambetter; Amwell; Anthem/Blue Cross Blue Shield; Cigna; Home State; New Directions EAP; United Healthcare; WellFirst.

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Open for Business
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Open for Business

Open for business Welcome! During this time of change, I have chosen to move forward with the dream of providing individual counseling within my own private practice. I look forward to connecting with others (virtually) and building my practice as we look to the future. My motivations for this current timing are due to the increased tension of current events in 2020: stress related to a global pandemic, uncertainty due to societal change and the upcoming election are impacting our wellbeing. I am passionate about using the virtual resources available through telehealth to offer quality, inclusive, affordable and timely counseling services to all.

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