FAQ

Seeing a therapist is a good option because as a client you will be in a safe environment. Unlike a friend or relative a therapist will be safe to talk to. The therapist will not judge or share your private thoughts or information. A therapist is also trained to assist you and is able to teach you coping skills by giving you the tools and guidance to help you with your situation.  

EBHS prides itself on making the process of getting therapy smooth and seamless. You can book can appointment by going to the appointment tab on the top of any on the menu. You will also be able to call directly and make an appointment at 813-438-5672.

 For appointments call (813) 438-5672 or visit our Contact page.

A phone consultation is a mini-session that allows the therapist and the client to get to know each other and to discuss the severity of the problem.

EBHS does this to assist the client and therapist in building rapport before meeting for the individual session.

During the phone consultation, the client can decide if he or she is ready to come in for therapy and the therapist can decide if EBHS can meet the client’s needs before scheduling an appointment.

Even if you have had a 20-minute consultation, your therapist and you will continue to get to know each other and begin to explore the counseling relationship.

The therapist and you will talk about why you are in session and talk about what led you to this point in your life. It’s normal to be a little nervous and that’s okay.

Telehealth is called Online therapy in the mental health world. It is also known as telemental health. Telemental health is when a therapist or counselor provides psychological counseling and support over the internet through email, video conferencing, online chat, or a phone call. At EBHS, we provide online therapy through a portal call Therapy Platform. Before your session, you will be sent a link that you will be able to log into a room so you can meet with your therapist. We asked that you make yourself available 10 minutes before your session to make sure that you can log in. if you have any problems, you can contact your therapist.  We asked that you find a quite place in your home where you will not be interrupted or distracted so you can focus on your session.

While we do not bill insurance companies directly, we are happy to provide a superbill that you can submit to your insurance provider for possible reimbursement. Many of our clients find that this gives them more privacy and control over their therapy process. We also operate as a private-pay practice, which allows us to offer services without the limitations or restrictions sometimes imposed by insurance. If you have questions about how this works, we are happy to walk you through the process and help you understand your options.

 An individual session is often 60, 45, or 30 minutes. Session time will be confirmed before your meeting with your counselor.  

At this time there are no office visits. All contact is via telehealth or home visits. If you require a home visit there is 20.00 fee for travel time; this applies to the Tampa and Brandon areas only.  

These rates apply to EBHS self pay clients; the rates are as follows:

INDIVIDUAL, RELATIONSHIP COUNSELING

Assessment: 50 minutes, $40.00
Counseling Sessions: 50 minutes, $175
Online sessions: 50 minutes, $175
Telephonic sessions: 30 minutes, $75

COUPLES COUNSELING

Couples Assessment: $85 (one time)
Premarital Sessions: 45 minutes, $85.00
Couples Counseling: 45. minutes, $95

DIVORCE COUNSELING

Assessment: 50 minutes, $45.00
Divorce/Separation: $105.00

ANGER MANAGEMENT COUNSELING

Assessment: 50 minutes, $40.00
Counseling Sessions: 45 minutes, $75.00

PARENTING

Assessment: 50 minutes, $40.00
Counseling Sessions: 50 minutes, $95.00
Online sessions: 45 minutes, $95.00
Telephonic sessions: 30 minutes, $55

ADOPTION

Assessment: 50 minutes, $55
Counseling Sessions: 50 minutes, $135
Online sessions: 50 minutes, $75
Telephonic sessions: 30 minutes, $45

SUBSTANCE USE

Assessment: 50 minutes, $135
Counseling Sessions: 50 minutes, $135
Online sessions: 50 minutes, $75
Telephonic sessions: 30 minutes, $45

GROUPS

Divorce Counseling
Assessment: 50 minutes, $50
Group: $29
Substance Abuse Group
Assessment: 50 minutes, $65
Group: $29
Success in Love for Couples Group
Assessment: 50 minutes, $50
Group: $29
Anger Management Group
Assessment: 50 minutes, $55
Group: $29
Parenting Challenges Support Group
Assessment: 50 minutes, $45
Group: $29

All payments are due before services can be rendered. You can pay by credit card, cash, or money order. . Insurance copays and coinsurance must be made before session.

EBHS requires assessments for the basis of identifying problems, planning interventions, evaluating and/or diagnosing clients.

Assessments also assist with determining if EBHS is a fit for the services you require.

These assessments will determine how best to refer you for treatment.

LMHC stands for licensed mental health counselor. This credential means that the person that holds it is licensed to practice mental health in his or her state.

LMFT stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and is licensed within the state to practice this type of therapy.

LS stands for Licensed Supervisor. A licensed supervisor is some who is licensed by their state to train Master level therapists as and assist them in becoming licensed.

MCAP stands for Master level certified addiction specialist. This credential means that the person that holds this certification has been certified to practice as a substance abuse counselor.

EBHS asks that our clients give 24 hours’ notice if they are not going to be able to attend a session.

Last minute cancellations cause the practice to lose money because we are unable to fill open slots in time. Someone who needs an appointment will not be able to get one because of the time constraint. The first time you have a late cancellation there will be a $175 fee.

In the future, however, if you cancel with less than 24 hours’ notice, you will be charged your full session fee. If there is an emergency issue, please contact us as soon as possible. EBHS understands that things happen, we are willing to work with you as much as possible.