Confidentiality & Pricing

Confidentiality & Privacy Policy

The law protects the relationship between a client and a psychotherapist, and information cannot be disclosed without written permission.

Exceptions include: Suspected child abuse or dependent or elder abuse, I am required by law to report to the proper authorities immediately.

If a client intends to harm himself or herself I will try my best to gain their cooperation in order to be sure they are safe. If the client does not cooperate I will take further steps without their permission that are provided to me by law to ensure their safety.

If a client is threatening bodily harm to another I am a mandated reporter and will notify the police and inform the intended victim.

If there is a terroristic threat I will report this to the authorities.

Risks and Benefits

Some people experience worsening of their mood or conditions due to difficult and painful memories. Many people benefit from counseling or psychotherapy and report an increased sense of well-being and quality of life. MDC Serenity counseling does not guarantee the outcome of treatment.

Fee for Service

Payment due at the beginning of each session. A detailed receipt will be given to each client at the start of the appointment. MDC Serenity does not accept insurance. However clients may turn in their receipts to their insurance carriers. MDC Serenity counseling does NOT guarantee reimbursement by insurance carriers.

Initial assessment is  $150

Individual Sessions $110 per 60 minutes

Couples Sessions $ 110 per 60 minutes

Pre-marital Counseling $110 per 60 minutes (or 5 sessions for $500)

Individual, Couples and Family sessions $160 per 90 minutes sessions (2 hour sessions  $220)

Special offered – Pre-pay $500 for 5 sessions

Cash, checks and credit cards accepted. Clients will be billed for the price of the session for no shows and last minute cancellations. Emergency will be taken under consideration.

Appointments are available Monday-Friday 9-7 PM Some Saturday appointments as needed Please call 913-515-7769 or send an email

Qualifications:

•  License No. State of Kansas 7387 

•  Kansas Bachelor of Science in Social Work – May 2006

•  Avila University, Kansas City, Missouri

•  Masters of Social Work – May 2007

•  University of Kansas, Edwards Campus

MDC Serenity Counseling for:

Gender: All

Religious Orientations: All

Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual

Ages: Adults, Adolescents and teens

Modality: Individual, Couples, and Families

Treatment Preference

Counseling is not one size fits all at MDC Serenity Counseling.

Eclectic

EMDR

Cognitive Behavior Therapy

Mindfulness

Solution Focused Therapy

Strengths/Empowerment

Imago for Couples Counseling