“A really strong woman accepts the war she went through and is ennobled by her scars”
Carly Simon
Empowered Growth
There are some changes and losses in life that break us. Completely. Totally. Every area is fragmented, jagged and raw. Sometimes the hurt is so overwhelming that we become numb and afraid - avoiding things that we used to enjoy. Sometimes when those areas heal, the scars are as scary as the thing that caused them.
Acceptance can be hard to come by. Being bold with scars instead of hiding them takes strength, courage, and skills. That’s where I come in. I’m here for you, scars and all, to help you acquire the skills to find acceptance, healing, and peace.
You are more than the worst thought you’ve ever had. You are more than the worst thing you’ve ever done. You are more than the worst thing ever done to you.
Bates Counseling specializes in creating safe spaces for women to move from healing to healed to whole. Because it’s a journey. And we all need a place for rest and renewal; a place for peace and processing.
Bates Counseling & Consulting Services
Welcome to our comprehensive suite of mental health and professional development services.
Individualized Therapy for Women
Working with women of all ages and life stages. Specializing in helping women struggling with challenges related to pregnancy, childbirth, and adjustment to newborns.
Helping supervisees to feel more confident and competent in their clinical work.
Providing consultation services in both the DEI and the clinical services worlds.
ABOUT ME
Jennifer Bates, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MDiv
(she, her)
I provide trauma-informed, culturally sensitive therapy to women of all ages and in all life stages. I specialize in supporting women struggling with challenges related to pregnancy, childbirth, and adjustment to newborns.
I am trained in a variety of modalities including EMDR and DBT. I have completed intensive training for traumatic grief, couples counseling, and prenatal and perinatal mental health.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and have an MDiv. If you want to, we can incorporate or explore your spirituality as a part of your process.
I am committed to staying up-to-date with the latest research and techniques in the field of psychotherapy to ensure that my clients receive the highest quality of care.
And most importantly,
I’m here for you. Let’s start this journey together.
FAQs
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I only offer virtual sessions at this time
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I am located in the state of Virginia and am unable to offer therapy or clinical supervision in other states.
- Sessions are on Tuesday and Thursday evenings (5-7 PM) and Saturday mornings 9AM-12PM. I have some limited availability during the day as well.
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Sessions are 50-60 minutes depending on preference.
FINANCE
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Sessions are $125 per hour
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I do not currently accept health insurance.
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Several of my clients have been successful in getting reimbursed for therapy sessions through their insurance. I encourage you to check with your insurance provider to see if reimbursement is an option for you. Usually, it's a simple process of providing a copy of the monthly invoice and my credentials
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I honor that the cost may be prohibitive and provide a sliding scale fee system that goes down to $75 per session for those who are unable to afford the full rate.
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I require that you provide a credit/debit card for all transactions and can bill weekly, biweekly or monthly depending on your preference.
TESTIMONIALS
“This is the only space that I can come to and cry as much as I want and not feel judged at all.”
CONTACT ME
If you are interested in scheduling a therapy session, or a free 15 minute consult, or if you have any questions about my services, please don't hesitate to contact. I am committed to providing a safe and supportive space for women to heal and grow.
PHONE
(434) 365-9658
ADDRESS
Palmyra, Virginia