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A Step-by-Step Guide to Preparing for Your First Therapy Session

Starting therapy is a courageous and transformative step toward caring for your mental health, but the unknown can feel a bit daunting. Whether you’re in Colorado or anywhere else in the U.S., being prepared for your first therapy session can help ease your nerves and create a positive foundation for healing and growth. This step-by-step guide will walk you through a few practical steps to make your first therapeutic experience feel comfortable, empowering, and, most importantly, approachable.

Insurance, Counseling and Therapy, Success and MotivationJeff MoweryJanuary 17, 2025medicaid, behavioral health, health first colorado, health insurance, Therapy Guide, Mental Health Colorado, Therapy in Lakewood Colorado Comment

Navigating Medicaid for Mental and Behavioral Health Services in Colorado

Accessing mental health treatment effectively—timely and with the right information—is critical, especially here in Colorado, where mental health challenges represent a significant social concern.

With high rates of depression, anxiety, and substance use disorders, along with the increasing strain on mental health resources, it’s more important than ever for individuals to know how to connect with the right care for them. Proper access to treatment can mean the difference between crisis and stability, making Medicaid a vital lifeline for those who need support.

Insurance, Counseling and TherapyJeff MoweryJanuary 3, 2025medicaid, behavioral health, health first colorado, health insuranceComment

Why is Gaining Access to Mental Health Treatment So Difficult?

The need for effective and accessible mental health services has grown substantially nationwide. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), approximately 51.5 million or 1 in 5 U.S. adults experienced mental illness in 2019. But while the need for sufficient mental health treatment exists for individuals of all ages, many are unable to receive the care necessary to properly treat and manage their symptoms.

Insurance, Counseling and Therapy, Mental Health InsightsJeff MoweryDecember 1, 2021Comment

Using Out-of-Network Benefits for Mental Health Care

Did you know that you can still see a provider that is not in-network with your insurance? Below is the letter we give everyone explaining how to use out-of-network benefits...

Insurance, Mental Health InsightsJeff MoweryJune 11, 2019Restoring Lives Counseling Servicesinsurance, benefits, health care, deductible, therapy, out of network, mental health, find a therapist Comment

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