FAQs About Counseling at The Gentle Shepherd
What credentials do your counselors have?
Our counselors are licensed by the State of Ohio to either practice independently or under the supervision of an independently licensed counselor. Many of our counselors also practice as pastoral counselors.
Do you see children?
Yes, we have a few counselors who treat children and adolescents. Please call our main office for further details about scheduling your child or adolescent for counseling.
How long will I need to be in counseling?
This varies. Your treatment is dependent on the severity of the issues for which you are seeking counseling, your level of motivation and your treatment goals. You may discuss this topic with your counselor during your first visit in order to determine the best treatment plan for your needs.
Do you prescribe medication if I need it?
No, clinical counselors and social workers are not able to prescribe medication. If an evaluation for medication is recommended as part of your mental health treatment, you will need to see a medical doctor.
Would I be able to come to The Gentle Shepherd if I don’t want faith as part of my counseling treatment?
Yes, counseling is about you, your treatment goals and your comfort level. We encourage you to inform your counselor of what you would like to have included (or not included) in your counseling treatment. Our desire is to respect your individual treatment goals.
Are telehealth sessions available if I cannot come in for an appointment?
Yes, all of our counselors offer sessions over the phone or video. We understand that some who would like to come to us simply live too far away or have other circumstances that make in-person sessions impractical. We are happy to offer telehealth sessions as an alternative.
Our office staff would be happy to help with any further questions you might have!
Our counselors are licensed by the State of Ohio to either practice independently or under the supervision of an independently licensed counselor. Many of our counselors also practice as pastoral counselors.
Do you see children?
Yes, we have a few counselors who treat children and adolescents. Please call our main office for further details about scheduling your child or adolescent for counseling.
How long will I need to be in counseling?
This varies. Your treatment is dependent on the severity of the issues for which you are seeking counseling, your level of motivation and your treatment goals. You may discuss this topic with your counselor during your first visit in order to determine the best treatment plan for your needs.
Do you prescribe medication if I need it?
No, clinical counselors and social workers are not able to prescribe medication. If an evaluation for medication is recommended as part of your mental health treatment, you will need to see a medical doctor.
Would I be able to come to The Gentle Shepherd if I don’t want faith as part of my counseling treatment?
Yes, counseling is about you, your treatment goals and your comfort level. We encourage you to inform your counselor of what you would like to have included (or not included) in your counseling treatment. Our desire is to respect your individual treatment goals.
Are telehealth sessions available if I cannot come in for an appointment?
Yes, all of our counselors offer sessions over the phone or video. We understand that some who would like to come to us simply live too far away or have other circumstances that make in-person sessions impractical. We are happy to offer telehealth sessions as an alternative.
Our office staff would be happy to help with any further questions you might have!