Find the mental healthcare provider who meets your needs.
Connecting you with us…Getting started in therapy: 3 easy steps
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Provide us your information
Simply click on the Get Started button on any page
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Register
We’ll send you registration forms you will complete & return before your first therapy appointment. Ready to begin? You can directly access Registration Forms on the client portal-complete paperwork and manage your appointments for Brian Stella Counseling at: https://www.therapyportal.com/p/brianstella62/.
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Confirmation
We’ll send a Welcome email providing details and specifics on scheduling, using our secure patient portal and what to expect before your first session.
Presently all sessions are conducted exclusively by telehealth for the safety of all. We offer confidential, safe, secure and HIPAA compliant platforms for individual therapy.
FAQs
Payment & Insurance
Telehealth & Technology
Support
What insurances do you accept?
We accept most insurances and will work with your insurance provider to determine whether you’re covered with your specific plan
Will you verify my insurance?
Yes. We will also provide you with a cost estimate prior to your first session.
How does a Telehealth therapy session work?
Online therapy brings the comfort and care of a therapist's office directly to you by way of video chatting. Individuals of all ages with a reliable internet connection and camera-enabled device can gain access to quality mental healthcare with a licensed therapists. Give us a call today and find out how easy it is to get started.
Any Telehealth Technology Tips?
Test Your Tech-Reliable technology and a secure internet connection are crucial components of online therapy.
Before your first therapy session:
Test your device’s camera and microphone settings
Make sure your device is connected to a private, password-protected Wi-Fi network
Close any web browser tabs and/or applications that may cause distraction
Turn on Do Not Disturb or Silent mode on your devices to avoid interruptions
Facing the New or Unfamiliar. Fear not-online therapy is becoming a widely used form of mental healthcare, and if you are considering it, we hope these tips will allow you to gain the most from your experience. It’s important to know that help is always available no matter where you are, and when you’re ready, we can get you started.
What is psychotherapy or counseling?
Psychotherapy is a highly confidential and deeply personal process in which an individual discusses his or her problems with a trained and licensed therapist. Then, based on the individual’s problems, unique psychological methods are practiced by the therapist to help the individual overcome them and reach their desired goal.
What can I expect?
Getting started is a snap. Simply click on the CONTACT US tab to start your intake process. At this tab you will provide: First & Last name, your date of birth, a short summary of why you are seeking therapy, and your preferred email contact.
You will then be sent Registration Forms via a Welcome email and access to the client portal.
Once registered, you can directly access the client portal to complete initial paperwork and schedule an appointment by following this link: https://www.therapyportal.com/p/brianstella62/.
After scheduling an appointment, you will receive an email providing you with the:
Date and time of your session
Forms you will need to fill out in advance
Billing and payment information
How to check in
Our average session length is 55 minutes.