Getting started is simple. You can schedule a consultation through the website or email therapy@cathleencampioncounseling.com to find a time that works for you.

During this initial conversation, we will briefly discuss what brings you to therapy and determine whether my practice feels like a good fit for your needs.

This is 15 minute telehealth video chat or phone call that gives us an opportunity to ensure I am the best fit for your therapy needs.

During this call I will:

• Ask a few basic questions about your goals for therapy

• Clarify any scheduling needs or preferences you may have

• Answer any questions you may have for me!

I offer in-person sessions for clients in Pensacola, Florida.

I offer telehealth sessions for clients age 12+ in both Alabama and Florida. Telehealth sessions allow you to participate in therapy from the comfort of your home while still receiving the same level of care and support.

The first session is an opportunity for us to get to know one another. We will talk about what has been going on in your life, what concerns you may have, and what you hope to gain from therapy.

For adult clients, the first session is typically just you and me.

For children under age 10, the first appointment will be with parents only, so we can gather background information and discuss goals for therapy before your child joins.

For older children and teens, the first appointment typically includes both the child and their parent or guardian, so we can gather background information and discuss goals together.

Most clients begin with weekly sessions. Meeting consistently at the beginning helps build momentum and allows us to develop a strong therapeutic relationship.

As progress is made, some clients choose to meet less frequently depending on their needs and goals. You are able to select the frequency with which you attend sessions for yourself and/or your child.

Each session is 55 minutes. The length of time an individual will continuously attend therapy varies for each person. Some individuals benefit from short-term support focused on a specific concern, while others choose to stay in therapy longer as they work through deeper patterns or life transitions.

We will check in regularly about progress and adjust the approach as needed.

My practice operates on a private-pay basis, meaning I do not bill insurance directly. I am not on any insurance panels.

Clients pay for services at the time of session via credit card, check, or cash, and I do accept HSA and FSA cards.

Some clients choose to use their out-of-network benefits through their insurance provider. If requested, I can provide a superbill — a statement with the information insurance companies require — that you can submit to your insurer for potential reimbursement. I'd encourage you to contact your insurance company directly to ask about your specific out-of-network mental health benefits.

It's important to note that insurance companies require a diagnosis on all superbills, and a mental health diagnosis becomes a permanent part of a client's medical record.

By not contracting with insurance companies, I'm able to offer greater privacy, flexibility, and clinical freedom in how we approach your care together.

Individual Therapy Session

• $150 for 55 minutes session

Family Strategies Consultation

• $150 for 55 minutes session

• $245 for 90 minute session

I draw from several evidence-based approaches, including:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)

• Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

• Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)

• Play-based interventions

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It's very common for children and teens to feel unsure about therapy at first. Many young people are hesitant simply because they don't know what to expect.

My approach focuses on building a comfortable and supportive environment so that children and teens can gradually feel safe opening up. If a child or teen is resistant, we can also work with parents to identify helpful ways to support them and reduce some of that initial hesitation.

However, if your child or teen remains resistant to therapy and/or is adamant about not attending, it is not helpful to continue to force sessions. If this is the case, I will work collaboratively with you and your child or teen to determine the best way to proceed in the most supportive and respectful way possible.