Frequently Asked Questions
Integrative Psychotherapy Services
What are your session rates?
Integrative Psychotherapy with Christine Slomski, MS, LPC:
$180 / Session
$360 / Extended Session
Prorated Extended Brainspotting Sessions Available
Do you take insurance?
Calm Hearts Counseling is a private-pay provider. In working with a private pay provider, you reap the benefits of maintaining privacy and confidentiality of your medical records (we are not required to “diagnose” you in order for you to receive services), in addition to having the freedom and ease of receiving flexible care.
Can I use my out-of-network benefits for private pay services?
Clients who actively engage in ongoing services may request a Superbill (medical receipt) to submit to their insurance company for possible reimbursement for out-of-pocket services. It is the client’s responsibility to understand their plan’s out-of-network benefits beforehand. We do not assist with the reimbursement process beyond providing a Superbill.
How often do I schedule appointments?
Clients have the option to schedule on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. New clients can expect to schedule at a weekly frequency to start.
It’s understandable you may want to attend only when feeling prompted, or only when something feels urgent. However, infrequent sessions and inconsistent attendance actually delays progress, which ultimately makes therapy less effective—and more costly—over time.
What is Integrative Psychotherapy?
Integrative psychotherapy brings together the mind, body, heart, and spirit. You will not be treated as a diagnosis or assigned a label at Calm Hearts Counseling. Rather, you will benefit from a holistic approach to mental and emotional well-being.
How long will I be in therapy?
From the start, we will begin with the end in mind. We will work with you to clarify your goals and intentions for therapy. Every 3-6 months, we will reassess where you are in the process of meeting your goals, and what can be adjusted to support this process.
I live outside of Arizona - Can we work together?
Possibly! Calm Hearts Counseling provides online therapy for women in Idaho, state-wide. Whether you’re located in Boise, Rexburg, or Coeur d'Alene, we can effectively meet via Telehealth sessions.
Who do you work with?
Calm Hearts Counseling supports women across the life span who are committed to engaging in the journey of meaningful, lasting change.
When do I schedule appointments?
We schedule appointments on a weekly or bi-weekly basis.
Therapy is an investment of time and money; it’s understandable you may want to attend only when feeling prompted, or only when something feels urgent. However, infrequent sessions and inconsistent attendance actually delays progress, which ultimately makes therapy less effective—and more costly—over time.
Do you offer in-person or virtual sessions?
Sessions are in-person at our tranquil offices in the Dobson Ranch Corridor in Mesa, Arizona (Dobson/US-60). We are located right along the lake!
Virtual counseling appointments are conveniently available for Arizonans state-wide, and residents of Idaho.
What is your cancellation policy?
We maintain 48 hours’ advance notice, excluding weekends and holidays. After this time, clients are responsible for the full fee of their session as the appointment time is reserved specifically for you. For example, if you have a Monday appointment at 1:00 PM, any changes must be made before 1:00 PM on the preceding Thursday.
To avoid late cancellation fees, Telehealth and phone sessions are always conveniently available.
Am I able to integrate my faith values or spiritual views into therapy?
Absolutely! Faith formation and spiritual values are deeply personal and unique to each individual. Whether spirituality or faith is a vital part of your life, if you are navigating a faith transition, or you have experienced religious wounding, or perhaps religion or faith have no bearing on your journey, we are equipped and available to honor your preferences and requests.
If I’m working with a psychiatric or medical provider, are you able and willing to coordinate with them?
Absolutely! With a signed Release of Information (ROI), we are happy to coordinate care with additional providers as part of your overarching well-being, ensuring that you receive the highest level or coordinated care.