While Mountain Vue Therapy does not accept insurance at this time, clients can request a superbill that they can file with insurance themselves.

You will only be asked to undress to your level of comfort. However, please keep in mind that clothing acts as a boundary/barrier, thereby limiting the techniques and modalities used in session. Breasts, genitals, and the gluteal cleft will never be exposed under any circumstances.

Counseling is an opportunity to discuss/talk about issues that are important to the client while having a trained objective person (Therapist) help work through not only the current situation but in dealing with similar situations in the future. Counseling can be about one specific problem, or it can be about multiple. Counseling is a collaborative event, meaning it requires an active role from both the client at the therapist for change to occur.

Yes, with few exceptions (like harm to oneself or others), everything shared in session is confidential.

Please read the Benefits of Massage Therapy blog for more information.

The frequency of massage therapy sessions is dependent on a few things: your massage goals, your availability, and your finances. If you are trying to work out chronic tension or heal an injury, receiving massage more often will be in your best interest (2-4xmonth). If you are wanting to maintain your current state and simply relax, then a monthly visit would be a great fit. Jennifer does not recommend receiving massage less than once per month if you are serious about self-care and maintaining overall well-being.

The duration of therapy varies for everyone. Some people find relief in 8-10 sessions, while others benefit from longer-term treatment. It depends on individual goals and progress. According to the American Psychological Association 50% of people in therapy feel a sense of recovery and healing after 15-20 sessions.

The initial session will be an initial assessment to discuss the your personal history and needs for treatment.  During this first session, you will have the opportunity to see how therapy will work, review office policies, privacy, and confidentiality, as well as determine whether or not you are comfortable with the counselor.

Please note: It’s vital to have a positive working relationship with your counselor, so it’s recommended that you and the counselor meet 2-3 times before deciding whether or not the relationship will continue.  The counselor will provide you with referrals of specialists or trusted colleagues if they feel someone else might be a better therapeutic fit for you.

Typically, Jennifer will begin a session with you lying face-up and work from the head down to the feet. When you turn over, she will start with the legs and finish the session by working on your back/neck/shoulders. Your body will be covered with a sheet and blanket throughout the session, and only the areas actively being massaged will be uncovered and then recovered as she moves to another area. Ambient music and lighting will be provided to help facilitate a state of relaxation, along with diffused essential oils. Hot towels, hot stones, essential oils, and cupping therapy are available at no extra cost to further enhance your experience. Any conversation during the session is entirely controlled by the client.

Massage should never be painful. However, there may be times where a client will feel discomfort due to pressure on a sensitive area or trigger point. This is normal. Please communicate with the therapist if adjustments to pressure need to be made.

The frequency of sessions depends on individual needs and the therapist's recommendation. Many people start with weekly sessions and adjust as needed.

As mental health therapists/counselors, the scope of treatment is talk therapy.  Typically counselors have their master’s degree, and yearly continuing education.  While psychologists also provide counseling services, they also provide psychological testing for schools, courts, and other entities. Psychiatrists tend to limit their talk therapy/counseling services and are typically available for medication management. If your counselor feels that you may need medication, they will provide you with a referral to doctors that they may recommend. A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who specializes in behavior. If medication is necessary, typically medication and talk therapy will be used together. Medication therapy is not a replacement for talk therapy.