Counseling is a process of change you engage in with a trained professional counselor. It is a journey of discovery and healing. These sessions are a unique opportunity to reflect on one’s behaviors, thoughts, choices, and feelings in an atmosphere of ease, safety and encouragement.

There are many reasons women and men seek counseling. Sometimes there is a crisis at hand. A sudden loss or change has found someone totally unprepared to cope. Other times, someone feels “stuck” and wants personal coaching for life improvement, or to achieve their life goals. It is common during transitions for people to seek assistance, such as during divorce, career changes, turning 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90+, empty nest time, living alone for the first time, living with someone for the first time, caring for an ill spouse or parent. And, of course, relationship concerns are another reason many call on a counselor for insight.

Skills and Training

Claire Houston holds a sixty credit Masters of Science (MS) in Mental Health Counseling from Long Island University. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), and a Certified Diplomate in Psychotherapy. Claire specializes in individual and group sessions with women, men and couples. She is professionally trained in the use of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator®.

Claire has been working with a wholistic, wellness model of counseling since 1990. Using a combination of therapies, Claire is skilled at quickly identifying a client’s core distress and facilitating life-changing solutions.

How much does it cost?

Many insurances are accepted, and your fee can be determined after some conversation. Call to discuss. MC/Visa/Debit accepted.

Does insurance cover it?

Your insurance company may. Each insurance company sets their own policies for coverage of mental health services. Currently, Health Care Value Management, Medicaid, Integrated Health Plans, some Blue Cross Policies and other companies are reimbursing at this office. It is up to you to research your particular insurer’s benefits. Direct payment at the time of service is expected.

How do I make an appointment?

Contact me.