What to Expect in Counseling: A Guide to Therapy & Using UnitedHealthcare

If you have ever thought about going to counseling but were not sure what to expect, you are not alone! 

Many people carry misconceptions about what counseling is, who it’s for, and what actually happens during the process of counseling. Oftentimes, we live in a world that celebrates independence and “pushing through,” so asking for help can feel like weakness. But it is not! In fact, asking for help can be a sign of strength!  Far from being a sign of failure, seeking therapy is a powerful step toward understanding, healing, and growth. At times, you may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain, but struggle to explain why. Counseling offers a mirror, a chance to look inward and gain clarity about your patterns, values, emotions, and needs.

Let Us Face It, Life Does Not Come With an Instruction Manual

Counseling helps you build emotional skills such as how to manage stress, set boundaries, navigate conflict, or regulate anxiety or depression. These tools are just as vital as any physical health regimen! So if you are considering counseling, you have already taken a huge step towards improving your life!

At Mountain Vista Psychology, we offer a variety of services with highly trained mental health professionals. We accept a variety of insurances, including UnitedHealthcare (UHC). Typically, UnitedHealthcare offers individual, group, and family therapy, as well as psychiatric evaluations. Oftentimes, coverage extends to evidence-based modalities like CBT, DBT, EMDR, ACT, and child/adolescent therapy, all of which we utilize right here on site! There are many plans under UnitedHealthcare, so it is important to know your plan and benefits! 

How to Make the Most of UnitedHealthcare for Mental Health?

1. Check Your Summary of Benefits: Log into the UnitedHealthcare portal (“Outpatient Mental Health line”) or call member services to confirm copays, session limits, referral needs, and prior authorization rules.
2. Use In-Network Providers: Filter the Optum network via the UnitedHealthcare site or app for telehealth or local therapists. Your costs will be lower, and claims will be handled automatically. We are an in-network provider here at Mountain Vista Psychology! 
3. Understand Your Plan Type: Keep an eye on session counts and submit prior authorization requests before your limit is reached! Please call Mountain Vista Psychology with any questions, and we will do our best to help you! UnitedHealthcare generally offers solid mental health benefits compliant with parity laws, covering therapy, telehealth, psychiatry, crisis care, and more. 

Start In-Person or Online Therapy That Takes Insurance in Colorado

Whether you are in therapy now, considering it, or just beginning to explore the idea, great job to you! It takes strength to take care of yourself! The desire to grow and to become more emotionally aware and mentally healthy is a strength, not a flaw. If you or a loved one has UnitedHealthcare and would like mental health services, reach out to Mountain Vista Psychology today to get started on your journey of self-love! You can start working with a caring therapist by following these steps:

• Contact us today to schedule a consultation
• Meet with a trained therapist
• Take the first step toward greater clarity, confidence, and support.

Explore Other Services With Mountain Vista Psychology

Our Colorado counseling clinics are happy to offer a variety of services to support your mental health. Our team is happy to offer ADHD testing and ADHD therapy for children, teens, and adults. Other services offered via in-person and online counseling include child counseling, teen counseling, adult counseling, family therapy, grief counseling, and therapeutic yoga. Additionally, we provide neurofeedback therapy, including targeted neurofeedback for ADHD, autism, anxiety, concussion/TBI recovery, and sports or performance enhancement. We also conduct evaluations for learning disabilities and Autism. Read through the Mountain Vista blog for helpful information and insights!