Low Cost Counseling Services in Atlanta
Your ability to afford counseling should never be a barrier to getting help. There are several counseling agencies and organizations providing low cost counseling services in Atlanta, GA, and surrounding areas. Typically at these organizations, newer therapists are finishing their training, and these therapists provide the low fee counseling services.
Usually, you will need to show proof of income, such as a W2 or a tax return, to be eligible for services. If you are interested in low-cost counseling, I encourage you to consider calling any of the following organizations for more information:
Open Path Collective: A nationwide network of mental health professionals dedicated to providing in-office mental health care—at a steeply reduced rate—to individuals, couples, children, and families in need. www.openpathcollective.org
Emory University Outpatient Psychotherapy Training Program: A Department of Psychiatry training program for new psychiatrists, providing evaluations and individual, couples and group therapy, as well as medication management, on a sliding fee scale; 404-727-0399.
Emory University Psychological Center: A Psychology Department therapy training center providing individual, couples, family and group psychotherapy on a sliding fee sale. They also provide a variety of lower cost psychological testing, including IQ, learning disability, attention deficit disorder and neuropsychological assessment services; 404-727-7451.
Georgia State University Psychology Clinic: A Georgia State Department of Psychology training center for new therapists providing individual, couples, family, group psychotherapy, and psychological testing on a sliding fee scale; 404-413-6229.
Mercer Family Therapy Center: A Mercer University training clinic for new therapists, providing couple and family therapy; located at Piedmont Hospital, near Buckhead; 678-547-6789.
Care and Counseling Center of Georgia: A nonprofit, ecumenical organization offering low cost counseling, pastoral care and education to individuals, couples, and families. They have several counselors in training. Located in Decatur, GA; 404-636-1457.
Heartwork Counseling Center: A therapy training center providing some low fee counseling through their "Project Open Heart" program. Located in Inman Park, near the Marta station; 404-658-1222.
Jewish Family & Career Services: An organization that provides health, career and human services, including low fee counseling services, serving people of all faiths. They have several locations and counselors in training; 770-677-9305.
The Link Counseling Center: A nonprofit community counseling center located in Sandy Springs, 404-256-9797, and Cobb County, 770-541-1114.
Karuna Counseling: Located off Clairmont Road just north of the Emory campus; 404-321-4307.
Metropolitan Counseling Services: A nonprofit community counseling center and training center for new therapists providing low fee counseling services to adults, located in Atlanta, on Buford Highway; 404-321-0305.
The Training & Counseling Center at St. Luke’s (TACC): An outreach of St. Luke's Episcopal Church serving people of all faiths, providing sliding fee scale. Located in downtown Atlanta just south of Crawford Long Hospital off of Courtland Street; 404-876-6266.
Georgia Community Mental Health Service Boards: The publicly funded adult and youth community-based mental health service system in Georgia, for the treatment of mental health and addiction; 404-657-2136.
List of Low-Cost Counseling in Atlanta, GA
Frequently Asked Questions
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We have a range of fees based on clinician experience levels, ranging from $130 - 400 per 45 minute individual session or 80 minute couples session, to several thousand dollars for multi-day “marathon” style intensives for couples. Please click on the link below to schedule a free call with any of our therapists to answer your questions and decide which therapist would work best for you.
Likewise, feel free to email us at info@CounselingATL.com and we will get back to you asap!
Payment is due at time of service, and online storage of credit card information for automatic, recurring processing is the required payment method. We accept debit/credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express) and many HSA cards are accepted, but you will need to verify that your account has sufficient funds prior to meeting with us.
Please note that 48 hour advance cancellation of scheduled appointments is required in order to avoid being charged for the full session fee.
We believe that therapy is an important decision and investment of time and money; you want to make sure you are making the right choice. Having a "good fit" between a client and therapist is critical for a successful outcome. This is why we offer a free 30 minute initial phone or video consultation if you would like to meet any of us before deciding whether or not you would like to work with us. Here are some tips for choosing the right therapist.
Also, if you cannot afford our services, are not able to see a counselor in-network with your insurance company, or need low fee counseling services, please consider contacting one of the training facilities, community counseling centers or educational institutions in Georgia we’ve compiled on this list. Although we are not able to see every couple at a reduced cost, your ability to afford treatment should never be a barrier to getting help, and thankfully there are many privately and publicly funded agencies that can help!
LEARN MORE ABOUT LOW-COST COUNSELING SERVICES FROM PRIVATE AND PUBLICLY FUNDED AGENCIES
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YOUR INDIVIDUAL INSURANCE PLAN DETERMINES WHAT YOU MAY BE REIMBURSED
You will need to call your insurance and provide them with the license / degree of your chosen therapist and to ask if they will reimburse you for couples therapy.
Click on the following to see this helpful worksheet; when calling your insurance company to see about the possible costs of working with us:
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If you're here for individual counseling:
When you connect with a customer service representative, mention that you have inquiries about out-of-network coverage. Here are some questions to ask:
Do you provide reimbursement for CPT code 90834? This code is for standard individual counseling sessions.
Do you provide reimbursement for diagnosis code F43.20? This code indicates a general adjustment disorder. While we can't diagnose you without an assessment, many clients fall under this category, making it a common inquiry. If they cover this diagnosis, they usually cover most common mental health diagnoses.
If you're here for couples counseling:
When reaching out to your insurance provider with this query, they may initially respond with a yes. However, this affirmation often pertains to situations where one partner accompanies the other for support during individual therapy sessions (for conditions like bipolar disorder, anxiety, depression, etc.). It would constitute insurance fraud to file such claims for actual couples counseling sessions, where both partners are active participants addressing relational issues. Nevertheless, there are some insurance companies now considering reimbursement for genuine relationship/couples/marriage counseling.
To determine if your provider offers this coverage, contact the number listed on your insurance card and request benefits information. Then, specifically inquire about the following:
"Do you reimburse for procedure code 90847?" This code signifies dual participation in counseling sessions.
"Do you reimburse for diagnosis code Z63.0?" This code accurately reflects the focus and purpose of counseling, indicating "Relationship Distress with Spouse or Intimate Partner
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Yes, we offer premarital counseling! Visit our page to see if it’s right for you.
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We offer individual counseling to support you on your journey.
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Discernment counseling can help you on the right path in making this decision. Learn more about whether this type of counseling is right for you.
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We offer two convenient locations in Poncey Highlands and Buckhead.
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