Some Frequently Asked Questions
Why Would I Want to See a Licensed Professional Counselor?
My answer to this question is simply this: Why wouldn't you? It helps!
There’s no shame in admitting you want or need someone (who isn’t a family member, friend, or coworker) to help you gain perspective and make some changes in your life. When you meet with me, you are the center of my attention. I listen with empathy and give you the opportunity to listen to yourself as we sort things through together in a private, confidential setting. I will help you look for solutions (if you’d like), challenge you (if you’re up to it), or just listen (if you’d prefer). We can explore your past, address the present, and work on creating the future you want. I believe anyone and everyone can benefit from this specialized relationship and personalized attention.
All because you matter!
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What Would We Talk About?
Whatever you want to talk about is fine.
Nothing is too big, too small, or too "unimportant" to talk about in therapy. When it matters to you, it matters to me.
These are some of the many reasons Counseling could be helpful: Perhaps you are feeling -----
- Grief, depression, shame, or sadness (including pet grief)
- Anxiety, worried, or afraid
- Stuck and wanting insight & personal growth
- Misunderstood or judged for being yourself
- Lonely or invisible to others
- Spiritually hurting, confused, doubting, or empty
- Unfulfilled with unmet needs
- Burnt out or worn out
- Tired of the past affecting the present
- Unsure who you are
- Unworthy of love
- Generally stressed at work or at home
- Confused about a decision or direction
- You need a ‘safety net’ when you're overwhelmed
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How Does This Work?
This is not a crisis center. If you need crisis help, go to your nearest emergency room or call 911.
After I receive your initial email at bobbitorrancelpc@pm.me , I'll email or call you so we can see if I'm the right therapist for you and you can decide if you want an appointment. If you do, I'll send you some paperwork that you'll complete through your email and send back to me by clicking simple buttons.
Parking is free in "Sprankles Grocery" parking lot. My office is in the red brick building, the entrance is the right-hand door off Arch Street.
My sign is in on the door and in my window.
COME ON IN through the exterior door
and enter my Office Door at the bottom of the stairs on your right.
Make yourself comfortable in the waiting room.
When I call you from the waiting room, I'll bring you back to my office where you will sit on a wide (loveseat) chair that can accommodate all body types. At your first session, I'll ask questions to get to know you and we'll talk about whatever is on your mind. It's all very natural.
What About Fees?
I am always seeking to add to my list of insurance providers. Sometimes, too, employers might offer EAPs (Employee Assistance Programs) to help with expenses.
Currently I am an Approved Provider with:
Aetna
BC/BS
Cigna
Highmark
Humana
Magellan
Medicaid (depending on your plan)
Medicare (depending on your plan)
Optum
UPMC
If you don't have any insurance,
or have an insurance that I don't take, please ask me for a
Good Faith Estimate of Expenses:
Range: $65 -- $150
We will work this out together.
For copays, deductibles, and private pay I accept:
Cash, Checks, American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Discover