Insights Into Confidentiality and Appointment Procedures

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MELISHA COUNSELING, LLC

Client Information, Fees, and Practice Policies

Compassionate, Confidential, and Professional Virtual Counseling

At Melisha Counseling, your emotional well-being, privacy, and comfort are important. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and professional therapeutic environment where you feel respected, understood, and empowered throughout your healing journey.

Please review the following information regarding confidentiality, appointments, fees, insurance, and telehealth services.

Confidentiality and Privacy

Your privacy is a priority at Melisha Counseling.

All information shared during therapy sessions is treated with the highest level of confidentiality and protected in accordance with applicable state and federal privacy laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Your personal information and treatment records will not be disclosed without your written authorization, except when disclosure is permitted or required by law.

Exceptions to confidentiality may include:

• Suspected abuse or neglect when reporting is legally required.
• Situations involving a serious threat of harm to yourself or others.
• Court orders or other legally mandated disclosures.
• Professional consultation, supervision, or treatment coordination when permitted by law.

The limits of confidentiality will be explained during the informed consent process.

To protect your privacy, virtual therapy sessions are conducted through a secure telehealth platform. Recording sessions without appropriate mutual consent is prohibited.

Appointments and Scheduling

Melisha Counseling provides individualized virtual psychotherapy services for adults in Virginia and South Carolina.

Appointments are scheduled in advance and are subject to availability.

Scheduling Fee

A $25 scheduling deposit is required to reserve an initial appointment.

This deposit is applied toward the total cost of your scheduled session.

The deposit is nonrefundable, subject to applicable law and the practice’s written cancellation and refund policies.

Payment Policy

Self-pay clients are responsible for payment of their session fees before the scheduled appointment.

Accepted payment methods include major credit and debit cards.

Counseling Fees

Melisha Counseling is committed to providing individualized, high-quality mental health services using evidence-based and trauma-informed therapeutic approaches.

Individual Psychotherapy: $175 per session

Services may include treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, stress management, and emotional wellness.

Treatment approaches may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Christian Counseling when requested.

Virginia Clients

Melisha Counseling currently accepts:

• Anthem
• Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Sentara
• Self-pay: $175 per individual session

Insurance coverage is subject to eligibility, benefits verification, and applicable plan requirements.

South Carolina Clients

Individual psychotherapy: $175 per session

 South Carolina clients may use eligible Blue Cross Blue Shield plans, subject to benefits verification. Self-pay sessions are $175 

Cancellation and Missed Appointment Policy

Your appointment time is reserved specifically for you.

If you need to cancel or reschedule your session, please provide at least 24 hours’ notice.

Appointments canceled with less than 24 hours’ notice, as well as missed appointments, may be subject to a $75 late cancellation or no-show fee.

Cancellation fees are generally not covered by insurance and are the client’s responsibility.

Exceptions may be considered for emergencies or unforeseen circumstances at the discretion of the practice and in accordance with applicable laws and payer agreements.

Virtual Therapy Services

Melisha Counseling offers convenient, confidential virtual psychotherapy services to adults physically located in Virginia or South Carolina at the time of their appointments.

Virtual therapy provides an opportunity to receive professional mental health support from the comfort and privacy of your home or another appropriate location.

Clients are encouraged to participate in sessions from a quiet, private environment with a reliable internet connection.

Telehealth services are provided in accordance with applicable professional licensing requirements and state regulations.

South Carolina Telehealth Registration

Melisha Counseling is authorized to provide telehealth counseling services to eligible clients located in South Carolina through the state’s telehealth registration process.

Provider: Melisha Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor: Melisha Calloway Carson
South Carolina Telehealth Registration Number: 3210
Registration Type: Professional Counselor — Telehealth

In accordance with South Carolina telehealth requirements, clients may access the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation’s official telehealth registration listing to review provider registration information.

South Carolina Telehealth Provider Verification:

Verify South Carolina Telehealth Registration⁠