SEAN MCNALLY COUNSELING SERVICES

Licensed Professional Counselor

"When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves."

- Viktor Frankl

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GET TO KNOW ME

Hello, I'm Sean and I’m grateful for the opportunity to join you on your journey to better mental health. It’s my hope the information on this website will help you in making what is often a difficult decision, whether or not to meet with a therapist.

I’ve developed skills that have helped me become an excellent listener, I’m able to ask direct questions and my use of appropriate humor makes for a comfortable and productive experience.

I have more than 17 years of experience working with children, adults, families, and couples. My career as a counselor has allowed me to perform many roles including child/adult therapist and group facilitator. While I enjoy working with many populations, my current focus is helping adults dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, stress, men's issues and overcoming a victimhood mindset.

When I'm not working with clients, I enjoy spending time with my wife and our daughter, playing with our Goldendoodle, listening to just about every type of music out there, watching documentaries, enjoying F1 and cheering on Notre Dame football (don’t judge). I believe having a balanced life between my family, personal interests, and career, enables me to be a pretty darn good therapist.

I look forward to working with you!

All the best,

Sean

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SERVICES

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ANXIETY

"Every tomorrow has two handles. We can take hold of it with the handle of anxiety or the handle of faith."

- Henry Ward Beecher

Getting help for anxiety is crucial because it significantly improves your quality of life. Anxiety can interfere with daily activities, relationships, and overall well-being. Professional interventions, such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing, offer effective strategies to manage and reduce symptoms. These therapies help change negative thought patterns and increase motivation for positive changes. Therapy provides the support needed to regain control, reduce stress, and achieve lasting well-being. Seeking help ensures you don't have to face anxiety alone and can lead to a more fulfilling life.

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DEPRESSION

"The only thing more exhausting than being depressed is pretending that you're not."

- Unknown

Seeking help for depression is important because it can greatly enhance your quality of life. Depression affects your mood, energy, and ability to function daily. Professional therapy provides effective strategies to manage symptoms and cope with negative thoughts and feelings. Effective therapeutic interventions can prevent symptoms from worsening, helping you regain control and find enjoyment in life again. Seeking help ensures you don't face depression alone, offering the support and tools needed to achieve lasting well-being and a more fulfilling life.

ANGER

"Holding onto anger is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die."

- Buddha

Getting help for anger is essential because unmanaged anger can harm your relationships, career, and overall well-being. Professional interventions, such as therapy, provide effective strategies to understand and control your anger triggers. Techniques like Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can help you change negative thought patterns and develop healthier ways to express emotions. Therapy can prevent anger from escalating into destructive behavior, improving your emotional health and enhancing your quality of life. Seeking help ensures you manage anger constructively, leading to more positive interactions and a fulfilling life.

STRESS

"Remember that stress doesn't come from what's going on in your life. It comes from your thoughts about what's going on in your life."

- Andrew J. Bernstein

Getting help for stress is crucial because chronic stress can negatively impact your physical and mental health, leading to issues like anxiety, depression, and medical issues. Professional treatment, such as therapy and stress management techniques, offers effective strategies to manage stressors and improve your coping skills. Techniques like Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can help you reframe negative thoughts and develop healthier responses to stress. Early intervention can prevent stress from escalating, enhancing your overall well-being and quality of life. Seeking help ensures you don't face stress alone and promotes a healthier, more balanced life.

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OTHER ISSUES

Men's issues
Self-esteem
Overcoming victimhood mindset

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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WHAT IS THERAPY? HOW CAN IT HELP?

Mental health therapy, also known as psychotherapy or counseling, involves talking with a trained therapist to understand and manage emotional and mental health issues. It helps individuals understand their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, providing insight into underlying causes. Therapists teach coping strategies and problem-solving skills to handle stress, anxiety, depression and other distressing and debilitating emotions. Therapy can improve relationships, boost self confidence, and build resilience by addressing negative thought patterns and promoting healthier behaviors. Overall, it supports better mental well-being and a more fulfilling life.

WHAT CAN I EXPECT FROM MY SESSIONS? HOW OFTEN WILL WE MEET?

Prior to your first session I will email you a link to a secure online portal that will contain the necessary paperwork for you to complete in order to get your services started. This paperwork includes a biopsychosocial questionnaire, my business policies and procedures, informed consent forms, and your confidentiality agreement.

At your first session, we will review your paperwork, ensure you understand your rights to and limits regarding confidentiality, and you’ll begin to go into more depth about what you would like to work on in therapy. We will also discuss expectations and set some goals. Subsequent sessions will allow you to further explore your needs by hearing your story, clarifying your therapy objectives, and doing the work to help you reach your goals.

Sessions at the onset are typically scheduled on a weekly basis. Meeting weekly allows us to build trust, create momentum, and get on the fast track to achieving your treatment goals. At some point, clients will move to bi-weekly sessions as they see progress being made. Once you’ve achieved your goals, we can reassess to see if there are new goals to work on or in some cases clients will move to a monthly session as maintenance to ensure their progress is solid.

DO YOU OFFER VIDEO THERAPY?

Yes! Through audio and video over the internet, you can connect with me from your desktop, laptop, tablet, or mobile device (iOS or Android) - it's your choice!

SimplePractice's Telehealth allows us to connect anywhere with secure and convenient appointments that save you time and hassle. There's no need to deal with traffic, parking or the high price of gas when you can schedule and attend your appointments directly from a laptop or mobile device.

SimplePractice, LLC is my practice management software for scheduling, case management, Telehealth, and therapy notes. SimplePractice, LLC, uses a HIPAA compliant software so your information will be securely kept. Just like a face-to-face appointment, your Telehealth visit will be private and confidential.

IMPORTANT: For you to utilize virtual therapy, state licensing laws require you to be in the state of Arizona at the time of the video session.

HOW MUCH DOES THIS INVESTMENT IN MY WELL-BEING COST? DO YOU ACCEPT INSURANCE?

Sessions are a 45-53 minute "clinical hour."

I accept Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Aetna, Optum, UHC, UMR, Cigna or cash pay. Please contact your insurance carrier for the most current provider information.

Cash pay sessions are:

$125.00 for a 45-50 minute therapy session.
$150.00 for a 45-50 minute initial intake session.
$180.00 for a 75-minute therapy session.

Cash pay allows you to maintain confidentiality with your services and not have a mental health diagnosis in your medical record. I can also work with you as an Out-of-Network (OON) provider, if you would like to use your insurance for potential reimbursement, by providing you with a "Super Bill" that can be submitted to your insurance company. Please note that submitting a claim to your insurance provider requires that I assign you a mental health diagnosis which becomes a part of your medical record. Please contact your insurance provider to determine your Out-of-Network benefits.

You are responsible for verifying your insurance coverage.

Credit, Debit, American Express, Discover and HSA/Flexible Spending Cards are all acceptable forms of payment.

WHEN ARE YOU AVAILABLE FOR SESSIONS?

Office hours are by appointment only. Please contact me for my current hours of availability. I am unable to accommodate walk-ins.

To get started, schedule a complimentary, 15-minute phone consultation today to determine if I'm a good fit for you and your needs.

WHAT IS YOUR CANCELLATION POLICY?

Life often throws us curve balls. You can cancel or reschedule your appointment with at least 24 business hours notice and not be charged a "late cancel" fee. However, if you cancel with less than 24 business hours notice or you do not show for your appointment, for any reason, you will be charged the no show/late cancel fee of $50.00.

GOOD FAITH ESTIMATE

You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your medical care will cost.

Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services.

You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees.
Make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least one (1) business day before your medical service or item. You can also ask your healthcare provider, and any other provider you choose, for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service.
If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill.
Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate. For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 800-985-3059.

WHERE ARE YOU LOCATED?

Gilbert, AZ
480-770-6628 (O)
877-775-1781 (F)

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LET'S GET STARTED!

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Please be sure to let me know what issues you're seeking help for as well as who you are insured with, if you plan on using insurance for your services.

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Gilbert, AZ

sean@seancounseling.com

(480) 770-6628