Do you accept Insurance?

Emerald Moon Counseling is in network with BCBS and Aetna. Please note that we do not accept insurance for couples counseling. If EMC is not in-network with your insurance, we can provide you with a superbill for potential reimbursement by your insurance. It is advisable to verify reimbursement details with your insurance provider beforehand. We do welcome HSA/FSA cards for payment.

How much do sessions cost?

We provide a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation to ensure mutual compatibility before booking the initial session. For individual sessions, the cost is $145 for out-of-pocket payments. Couples counseling sessions are priced at $170 for the intake session and $160 for regular sessions. To ensure therapy remains accessible to all, a limited number of reduced-fee slots are available. Please let us know in your inquiry how you plan on paying for your sessions.

What is your therapeutic approach?

Our goal in sessions is to create a space where clients can feel emotionally secure. For some, this may mean providing a space to be heard and to feel safe, while for others, we work together to foster understanding and compassion for the inner child. If a client requests, we may incorporate spiritual elements such as tarot, astrology, or chakra alignment into sessions. For those who are only “a little stitious” and want to learn more, we are willing to accommodate your beliefs and level of comfort.

WHERE DOES “eMERALD mOON” COME FROM?

When creating her own practice, owner, Caroline Swindell LCMHC wanting to create a name that holds personal significance and spirital connection to her own therapy and practice as a therapist, so this is where “Emerald Moon Counseling” was born. It symbolizes the synergy between the heart chakra and the inner child, aiming to foster vulnerability and openness in the emotional core. Recognizing the profound impact of this concept on her own journey towards healing, EMC aspires to create a practice space where clients are encouraged to move to a path towards self-discovery and restoration.

What should I expect for my first session?

At Emerald Moon Counseling, our intake sessions are dedicated to creating a safe and understanding space for clients. During individual intakes, the goal is to gain a comprehensive understanding of each client's unique experiences and needs. You will explore personal history and establish desired goals you as a client wants from therapy.

For couples seeking therapy, the intake process involves a 60-minute session with both partners to explore the history of their relationship. After the intake session with both partners, each partner will meet with the clinician for an individual session to delve into their personal histories, perspectives, and goals for the relationship. Following these individual meetings, sessions will resume with both partners present to work on enhancing the relationship together. For virtual therapy, partners should be in the same physical room during the session.

How often should I come to therapy?

Each individual's or relationship need is unique. Initially, weekly or bi-weekly sessions for beginning treatment and can be re-evaluated over time. This approach facilitates the establishment of a therapeutic relationship and enhances progress during sessions. Our objective is to assist you in developing self-trust, enabling a decrease in session frequency over time for some or creating a space of long-term maintenance for others, depending on your need as a client.

Do you offer in person or virtual therapy?

We can see anyone in North Carolina virtually.