My work is based on the premise that within the collaborative environment of the therapy relationship, patterns of relating to thoughts, feelings, and experiences can be explored and, those that are no longer helpful, transformed . A mindful awareness of self allows one to move through challenges with greater resilience and ease. Often clients come to counseling at a point of crisis in their lives. Though uncomfortable, crises can represent tremendous opportunity for growth, healing, and personal transformation.
Benefits of counseling include an increased sense of balance, control, and emotional well-being. For those experiencing fertility challenges, counseling can be helpful in developing coping tools for difficult feelings, situations, or procedures. It can also help clarify values and priorities for more effective decision-making. Many patients find counseling sessions at key points during treatment helpful in managing stress, such as prior to retrieval or transfer or while waiting for pregnancy results.
I specialize in counseling related to:
I also have experience in and enjoy working with (adult) clients in the following areas:
I do not provide "marriage/couples" counseling per se but do provide time-limited, focused couples counseling specific to fertility challenges, pregnancy loss, reproductive assistance, and Postpartum Mood-Anxiety Disorders and Adjustment
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is a counseling appointment?
Counseling appointments, including the initial intake appointment, are 50 minutes in duration.
How do I schedule a counseling appointment?
Please call me at (503) 913-4791 or email me at Brittadinsmore@comcast.net to inquire about availability and so that we can explore whether I would be a good fit for your needs. If you do not reach me directly, it is helpful to provide information about days and times you are available for a return call and for counseling appointments. Please note that I generally schedule appointments between 8am-5pm Mondays through Thursdays and that my later afternoon appointment slots are frequently filled with standing appointments already.
Will the counseling appointment be conducted in person or remotely?
Due to health and safety concerns posed by the COVID-19 Pandemic, all services are currently being provided remotely through a HIPAA-compliant video platform
How much does a counseling appointment cost?
The cost for a first session (intake appointment) is $175. Subsequent routine counseling appointments cost $150. Payment is due at the time of service. If you would like to pre-pay for the initial intake session or a subsequent routine counseling session in advance, please see the payment options at the bottom of this page.
Can I use insurance to pay for a counseling session?
Though I do not bill insurance, if your insurance plan has out-of-network mental health benefits you may be able to use insurance to cover some of the cost of your services. Please be advised that typically for an insurance company to reimburse for mental health services, a valid mental health diagnosis must be assigned to the client. I do collect payment in full from clients at the time of service, but can provide you with paperwork to submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement back to you directly.
Do I need to prepare ahead of time or bring anything to my initial counseling intake appointment?
Please download, complete, and return the Informed Consent and Intake Questionnaire forms (see forms below at bottom of page), prior to your appointment, preferably at least 48 hours in advance.
What if I need to cancel my counseling appointment?
I require 48 hours cancellation notice (phone or e-mail) for appointments, except in cases of illness or true emergency to avoid a late cancellation fee. Except in these cases, the late cancellation fee is $50.
Benefits of counseling include an increased sense of balance, control, and emotional well-being. For those experiencing fertility challenges, counseling can be helpful in developing coping tools for difficult feelings, situations, or procedures. It can also help clarify values and priorities for more effective decision-making. Many patients find counseling sessions at key points during treatment helpful in managing stress, such as prior to retrieval or transfer or while waiting for pregnancy results.
I specialize in counseling related to:
- Fertility Challenges
- Reproductive Assistance
- Pregnancy Loss and Stillbirth
- Postpartum Mood-Anxiety Disorders and Postpartum Adjustment
- Pregnancy and Parenting after Fertility Challenges, Reproductive Assistance, Pregnancy loss, or Stillbirth
I also have experience in and enjoy working with (adult) clients in the following areas:
- Mindfulness, Stress Management and Overall Wellness
- Life Transitions
- Eating Disorders and Body Image
- Addictions Recovery
- "Adult Children of Alcoholics" issues
- Personal Growth
I do not provide "marriage/couples" counseling per se but do provide time-limited, focused couples counseling specific to fertility challenges, pregnancy loss, reproductive assistance, and Postpartum Mood-Anxiety Disorders and Adjustment
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is a counseling appointment?
Counseling appointments, including the initial intake appointment, are 50 minutes in duration.
How do I schedule a counseling appointment?
Please call me at (503) 913-4791 or email me at Brittadinsmore@comcast.net to inquire about availability and so that we can explore whether I would be a good fit for your needs. If you do not reach me directly, it is helpful to provide information about days and times you are available for a return call and for counseling appointments. Please note that I generally schedule appointments between 8am-5pm Mondays through Thursdays and that my later afternoon appointment slots are frequently filled with standing appointments already.
Will the counseling appointment be conducted in person or remotely?
Due to health and safety concerns posed by the COVID-19 Pandemic, all services are currently being provided remotely through a HIPAA-compliant video platform
How much does a counseling appointment cost?
The cost for a first session (intake appointment) is $175. Subsequent routine counseling appointments cost $150. Payment is due at the time of service. If you would like to pre-pay for the initial intake session or a subsequent routine counseling session in advance, please see the payment options at the bottom of this page.
Can I use insurance to pay for a counseling session?
Though I do not bill insurance, if your insurance plan has out-of-network mental health benefits you may be able to use insurance to cover some of the cost of your services. Please be advised that typically for an insurance company to reimburse for mental health services, a valid mental health diagnosis must be assigned to the client. I do collect payment in full from clients at the time of service, but can provide you with paperwork to submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement back to you directly.
Do I need to prepare ahead of time or bring anything to my initial counseling intake appointment?
Please download, complete, and return the Informed Consent and Intake Questionnaire forms (see forms below at bottom of page), prior to your appointment, preferably at least 48 hours in advance.
What if I need to cancel my counseling appointment?
I require 48 hours cancellation notice (phone or e-mail) for appointments, except in cases of illness or true emergency to avoid a late cancellation fee. Except in these cases, the late cancellation fee is $50.