About Jennifer Gustafson-Stephenson
Focus areas
Anxiety
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Relationship Counseling
Cognitive Therapy
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling
Stress
Depression
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Seniors (65+)
Groups
Treatment approaches
Attachment-based
Compassion Focused
Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
Culturally Sensitive
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
EMDR
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
StraightFaith
NonreligiousEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Jennifer Gustafson-Stephenson
It is a privilege to be invited into people’s lives, for them to share their journey and experiences with me, to listen and share in their challenges. It is important to consider you as the expert in your own life and me more as an outside observer. I can offer insight and skills for you to discover their usefulness, to see if they fit your needs. We process together the concerns you have integrating numerous therapeutic approaches, including but not limited to: Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Problem focused Therapy, Multi-Systemic Therapy, Grief Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and Mindfulness, among others.
What should a new client know about working with you?
You may trust that I will be authentic and genuine with you from the beginning as this is an important aspect of therapy. Making that call and keeping that first appointment can be such a hard thing to do, you deserve that honesty and integrity from the start.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
After you first make the call to inquire about meeting or scheduling with me, we sort through the paperwork first. I obtain all the necessary insurance and contact information needed schedule your appointment. Then I make sure you understand the financial responsibility for your care so there is no confusion about this from the beginning so as to not cause added stress.
When we begin meeting in person or virtually, depending on your needs and schedule, we start with an intake session where you let me know what is bringing in you in to seek support.
During this session, you and I are taking time to get to know one another so you may determine if you feel comfortable enough to continue in sessions with me as your provider.
We will move at your pace. It is my job to work for you but to also provide insight and empathy, compassion and challenges at times when fitting. One of the most important parts of counseling is the chemistry between the client and the therapist: if you do not feel you can talk to your provider, you will not feel comfortable or supported.
If you feel comfortable moving forward, I may then ask you clarifying questions to gain further baseline information about your life to development an individual assessment. This may include some family and/or personal history.
From there we will then develop a treatment plan with your own goals and objectives. These often include ways to explore healthier coping strategies, some educational exploration and processing life experiences, but are all based on your own wants, needs, strengths and challenges. This is YOUR plan, not mine or to be driven by anyone else.
From here we will meet anywhere from weekly to every other week to work through your treatment goals as needed, reviewing at least every 90 days for progress.
**Please feel free to ask me any questions should any arise about this process. This is a description of a typical intake process, it may vary depending on the type of treatment. **
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In-network insurances
Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
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Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $200 for 53 minutes
Ongoing session: $175-600 for 53 minutes
- Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
More information on payments and coverage
Working with insurance can be simple: you provide me with a photo/screenshot of the front and back of your insurance cards, letting me know if you have one that is primary and/or secondary if there is more than one. I will look into your insurance and advise you to do as well to make sure I am included in network and learn if you have a deductible, coinsurance and what your copay will be.
If you would prefer to use cash rate/cash pay and out of network benefits, I will provide you with a Super Bill to send to your insurance for reimbursement. With this option you may me the cash rate and then send the Super Bill to your insurance company for reimbursement on your own.
If you do not have insurance and are interested in self pay only with no reimbursement by your insurance company that is also available.
Payments are processed online via my EHR (Electronic Health Record) Simple Practice. They use Stripe payment system and accept major credit/debit/bank account systems. In person clients may also pay via cash if exact change as I do not have change on hand.
I do offer a sliding fee scale for those without insurance based on the federal poverty line as well, ask for more information at time of intake or change in income please.
Payment is due at time of service unless previously arranged. Thank you.
Office location
Restoring Harmony Counseling Services LLC
800 E Ellis Rd, Ste 224, Norton Shores, MI 49441
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Grand Valley State University, Master's in Social Work
- Western Michigan University (Bachelor's)
Professional memberships
- National Association of Social Workers
NPI number
1407009046
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Where is Jennifer Gustafson-Stephenson's office located?
Jennifer Gustafson-Stephenson's office is located at 800 E Ellis Rd, Norton Shores, MI 49441.
What are common reasons for patients to see Jennifer Gustafson-Stephenson?
Jennifer Gustafson-Stephenson frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Jennifer Gustafson-Stephenson on their profile.
What languages does Jennifer Gustafson-Stephenson speak?
Jennifer Gustafson-Stephenson speaks English.