Frequently asked questions

To schedule an appointment you can call us at 318-266-7021. Or, go online to https://beinspiredcc.clientsecure.me/.

When you contact us, our intake coordinator will answer any questions you may have. During this time, we will help you find an appointment time that works for you. 

Our rates for individual and couples counseling vary based on which therapist you choose to work with.  Our rates vary from $105-$145 per session.  The first session is approximately $20 more than your follow-up session rate.  We also have counseling interns who provide counseling sessions at a reduced rate.  Please reach out to our office to find out more. 

Rates vary per therapist due to varying levels of licensure status, experience, and specialized training.  To find out more about each of our individual therapists you can check out their profiles under “Our Therapists” on the main menu above or on our “About Us” page.  If you are uncertain which therapist will be right for you, when you contact our office our Client Care Coordinator would be happy to find the therapist that’s right for you and your needs. 

We do, but only for individual counseling.  We accept the following insurance plans:

•         *BlueCross BlueShield
•         *United Healthcare/Optum (commercial plans only)
•         *90 Degree Benefits
•         *Cigna
•         *Medicare Part B
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Not all of our therapists accept insurance.  This is mostly due to restrictions with insurance companies.  Only fully licensed therapists can be credentialed with insurance companies in Louisiana. 

For those who don’t have insurance, we offer private pay options.  Check out the above question, “How much does counseling/therapy cost?” for more information. 

If we are out of network with your insurance provider, we can provide you with documentation you can submit this to your insurance for possible reimbursement. This is based on your out-of-network benefits. We recommend contacting your insurer to find out about possible out-of-network coverage.

It’s important to point out that Be Inspired Counseling & Consulting has no control of whether or not you are eligible to receive reimbursement for services through your insurance.  If you ever have any questions about what your insurance does or does not cover, please call your insurance company directly to find out more information. 

We collect payment at the end of every session.  

After insurance is processed, if you have an additional balance we will make you aware and you are responsible for the balance. 

If you ever have any questions about charges or payments, please contact our office at 318-266-7021 ext. 2 to reach our billing department and we’d be happy to answer any questions or concerns you have.

We do not accept insurance for couples/relationship counseling.  This is because the type and style of therapy we provide with regard couples/relationship/marriage counseling does not meet the criteria for service under insurance providers.  

Sessions are often between 50-55 minutes. If more time is needed, please call to discuss with your counselor the time needed in advance.

After you have your first session, your counselor will recommend an appropriate frequency of sessions. Your therapist will base this on your presenting concerns. We recommend when starting therapy that you come weekly for the first 8-12 weeks. As you make progress towards your goals, the frequency of sessions will decrease.

How long therapy will last is based on individual needs and goals.  We recommend when you start therapy to come weekly for 8-12 weeks and then decreasing session frequency as you notice improvement and progress towards your identified therapy goals.  

Brief counseling can be as short as 8 sessions while longer-term therapy can last as long as a few years. The goal of counseling is to help you reach your desired outcome. The length of therapy will be dependent on presenting concerns and progress.

We offer complimentary consultations with your signed consent with other providers to coordinate your care. 

We ask clients to cancel or reschedule 24 hours in advance. If this fails to occur, cancellations and rescheduled sessions will be subject to a $75 charge.  

This is necessary because we make a time commitment to you and this time is only for you. Additionally, your therapist may arrange to provide the session via phone or computer. This may better help accommodate your needs. If you are late for a session, you may lose some of your session time.

You may have various questions about if you actually need therapy. You may be wondering “Should I be feeling this way? Is this normal anxiety? Am I depressed? Is grief supposed to be this hard?” If so, then therapy is for you. It’s common to question whether therapy is right for you. But chances are if you are asking the question, then therapy in Alexandria, LA, Pineville, LA, and Natchitoches, LA can help. 

Life struggles can be hard, but you don’t have to go through them alone. Being able to talk with someone can help you feel better and move forward.  

It’s not an easy decision to ask for help or decide to start therapy.  So when you are ready to begin counseling, we are here to help. 

If you live anywhere in the state of Louisiana, we can work with you. Our professional licenses allow us to work with any Louisiana resident. Through online therapy, we can offer our services to you where you are.

During your first appointment, we will provide a comfortable, caring environment. A therapist will listen to and identify the concerns that matter to you.

If you are coming to our office at 5501 Jackson Street in Alexandria, LA, 2220 Shreveport Hwy, Pineville, LA, or 304 University Parkway in Natchitoches, LA, you can take a seat in our waiting area. Feel free to help yourself to our coffee or water. When it’s time for your appointment your therapist will come out to greet you.

We will explore your history, needs, and goals for counseling.

Together we create personalized, strength-focused goals for you, your child, or your family. Our counseling services are individualized to provide the most effective solutions for you.