What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.95
Average wait time
4.80
Bedside manner
5.00
“On only day 1, release! A release that was long overdue. No judgement zone, patient, more than helpful, and compassionate. Excited for the next session.”
Initials hiddenLess than 1 year agoVideo visit
“She was really a personable therapist. She really understood my challenges. Will be booking another session next week.”
Initials hiddenMore than 1 year agoVideo visit
About Felicia Chism Bates
Focus areas
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Relationship Struggles
Stress Management
Bereavement / Grief Counseling
Self Esteem Issues
Women's Issues Therapy
Family Therapy/ Marriage Therapy
Sexual Abuse Counseling
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Trauma Focused
Compassion Focused
Person-Centered
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Felicia Chism Bates
Do you struggle with feeling like the weight of the world is on your shoulders? Do you find it hard to balance personal and work life? Are current life stressors and past painful experiences affecting your day-to-day? Imagine a place where you can be yourself, share your thoughts and feelings openly, without fear of judgment. Being seen, heard, and understood is essential to taking steps toward a healthier you.
Hello, I am Felicia. I hold a Master's in Social Work from Indiana University, and as a therapist, I strive to create a space where self-awareness, true healing, and personal growth can happen. We all have unique life experiences, and sometimes coping with them requires a little help. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief, chronic stress, trauma, relationship challenges, or life transitions, change is possible.
Through our work together, I want to help you meet your goals on this journey to feeling better. I will meet you with compassion and evidence-based techniques to help you overcome hurdles in your life. I view therapy as a safe space for processing life experiences, emotions, thoughts, and trauma to achieve your goals and necessary growth.
My goal as a therapist is to collaborate with you to understand your thought processes, address barriers to wellness, and identify ways to achieve your goals. I believe clients are the experts of their own lives but sometimes need an outside perspective to help reframe thinking. Asking for help isn't easy, and you are not alone. We all need support at times, and I would be honored to be that support for you. Thank you for taking the first step on this journey to a healthier you.
What should a new client know about working with you?
After your first session, I tend to give homework to facilitate healing outside our session. I strive to concentrate on the present, focus on the future, and explore the past, to understand current behaviors and coping. I create a safe place where clients can focus on their goals and acquire more coping tools to adjust to life changes.
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Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Indiana University, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1760674634
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.95
Wait time
4.80
Bedside manner
5.00
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She was really a personable therapist. She really understood my challenges. Will be booking another session next week.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Great experience. I feel listened to and validated. Will continue seeing Felicia.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
She is amazing and comforting . I looking forward to continuing this journey of healing
November 4, 2023Samantha L.Verified patientVideo visit
Best therapy I’ve ever experienced! Already recommended her to others!
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I liked the way she used examples to speak to me
March 3, 2026Kevin C.Verified patientVideo visit
Understood feeling hurd
September 17, 2025Lamira L.Verified patientVideo visit
On only day 1, release! A release that was long overdue. No judgement zone, patient, more than helpful, and compassionate. Excited for the next session.
Less than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Has consistently shown knowledge and skill
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Honestly you didn’t allow me to choose all of the therapy styles because they all fit Felicia. She is so supportive and allows me the freedom to speak my mind plainly while still being able to make jokes, and making progress. She has helped so much more through my trauma journey than the previous therapists for over 25 years.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Felicia was absolutely amazing. Right off the back from the initial session I felt heard seen and empowered to move in the direction of healing and reaching the destination/goal intended to come from these sessions. I highly recommend.
December 2, 2024Initials hiddenVideo visit
I am so happy to working with Felicia! She is helping me navigate so many obstacles and relationships with real-time, practical tools and guidance.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Felicia is an experienced and educated professional who has been engaged and invested in my improved wellbeing. She’s a caring and dedicated provider that I look forward to meeting with each session!
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
What a great session. Felicia is an amazing listener. Super intuitive and can bring compassion and light to any moment. She made me realize things about myself I never noticed on our first session. Looking forward to the next.
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What practice does Felicia Chism Bates work with?
Felicia Chism Bates works with Grow Therapy.
What are common reasons for patients to see Felicia Chism Bates?
Felicia Chism Bates frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Felicia Chism Bates on their profile.
What languages does Felicia Chism Bates speak?
Felicia Chism Bates speaks English.
How do patients rate Felicia Chism Bates in reviews?
38 patients have reviewed Felicia Chism Bates. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.95/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.8/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.