You've already taken the first step by finding us. To begin, schedule a session, send us an email, or give us a call. We'll reach out promptly to answer your questions, learn more about your concerns, and help you determine the best next steps.

We also offer a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation to discuss your goals, explain our counseling approach, and determine whether we're a good fit for your needs. If you decide to move forward, we can typically schedule your first therapy appointment within just a few days.

We know that reaching out for counseling can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to take that step alone. We're here to make the process as smooth, welcoming, and confidential as possible.

We are unapologetically Christian counselors. We believe that faith and emotional well-being are designed to work together, not compete with one another. Our approach thoughtfully integrates evidence-based counseling practices with the timeless truth of Scripture, allowing us to care for the emotional, relational, and spiritual aspects of each person's life.

Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, grief, trauma, or simply seeking personal growth, we strive to meet you where you are with compassion, respect, and understanding. Together, we'll work toward practical solutions, renewed hope, and lasting change through counseling that is both clinically sound and biblically grounded.

While our counseling is rooted in the Christian faith, we welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to providing compassionate, respectful care to every client.

We provide evidence-based counseling services for individuals and couples, tailoring treatment to each client's unique needs, goals, and circumstances. Whether you are seeking support for anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, trauma, life transitions, or spiritual growth, we are committed to providing compassionate, biblically grounded care.

In addition to counseling services, James Garner, LPC-S, provides LPC licensure supervision for Counselor Candidates pursuing full licensure in Oklahoma. Supervision is designed to support the development of competent, ethical clinicians through individualized guidance, clinical consultation, and professional mentoring as candidates complete the requirements for independent licensure.

Choosing self-pay is an investment in your mental and emotional well-being. It offers freedom, flexibility, and a personalized experience built around you.

Privacy & Confidentiality: No insurance records - your personal journey stays private.

Flexibility: Schedule sessions that fit your life without insurance restrictions.

Focused on You: Therapy tailored to your unique needs - not dictated by insurance limitations.

Invest in Lasting Change: Self-pay therapy is an investment in healing that leads to a stronger, healthier you.

We believe quality mental health care should be both accessible and transparent. That's why we offer multiple payment options to meet the needs of our clients.

Insurance

We are currently in-network with:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma

• Aetna

• Cigna

• Carelon Behavioral Health

• Ascension SmartHealth

Direct Pay

Many clients choose to pay directly because it provides greater flexibility in treatment and allows counseling to focus on your goals without many of the limitations and documentation requirements that can accompany insurance.

Individual Counseling

• $125 per 55-minute session

• Package of 4 sessions for $400 (must be used within 60 days of purchase)

Couples Counseling

• $150 per 55-minute session

• Package of 6 sessions for $750 (must be used within 90 days of purchase)

LPC Licensure Supervision

• $100 per hour

• Additional time is billed in 15-minute increments at a prorated rate

Our standard therapeutic session is 55 minutes. If the cost of counseling is a concern, we encourage you to reach out. We offer a limited sliding scale for qualifying clients and are happy to discuss whether a reduced fee may be available.

All of our counseling sessions are conducted through a secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth platform, allowing you to receive professional counseling from the comfort and privacy of your own home or other confidential location anywhere in Oklahoma.

Prior to your appointment, you'll receive a secure link to join your session. At the time of your appointment, simply click the link using your computer, tablet, or smartphone to connect with your counselor through both video and audio.

To help ensure your session is effective and confidential, we ask that you:

• Participate from a private, quiet location where you can speak freely without interruptions.

• Use a reliable internet connection and a device with a working camera and microphone.

• Join your session a few minutes early to test your audio and video.

• Minimize distractions by silencing notifications and avoiding activities such as driving during your session.

Many clients find telehealth to be just as personal and effective as in-person counseling while offering the added convenience of eliminating travel time and making it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule.

A Christian therapist provides the same high-quality, evidence-based clinical care you would expect from a Licensed Professional Counselor while thoughtfully integrating the hope and truth of the Christian faith into the counseling process. Our goal is to care for the whole person—emotionally, relationally, mentally, and spiritually.

During the counseling process, you can expect several key components of treatment:

Assessment & Evaluation
We use evidence-based assessment tools and clinical interviews to better understand your concerns, monitor progress, and develop a treatment plan tailored to your unique needs. These assessments may include questionnaires, rating scales, and open-ended discussions about your experiences.

Education & Skill Development
Understanding your symptoms and the factors contributing to them is an important part of healing. We'll help you gain insight into your struggles while teaching practical coping skills, healthy relationship strategies, and evidence-based interventions that promote lasting change.

Processing & Talk Therapy
Counseling provides a confidential, supportive environment where you can openly discuss life's challenges without fear of judgment. Together, we'll identify unhelpful patterns, process difficult experiences, develop healthier ways of thinking and responding, and work toward meaningful goals.

Faith Integration
As Christian counselors, we believe God's truth speaks to every area of life. When appropriate and desired by the client, we integrate biblical principles, Christian worldview, prayer, and spiritual encouragement into the counseling process while maintaining clinically sound, evidence-based care. Our aim is not only symptom relief but also growth in wisdom, hope, and flourishing.

Every counseling relationship is unique. We meet you where you are, collaborate on goals that matter to you, and walk alongside you as you pursue healing, restoration, and lasting change.

A mental health diagnosis is simply a clinical tool that helps counselors understand your symptoms, communicate effectively with other healthcare professionals when needed, and develop the most appropriate treatment plan. A diagnosis does not define who you are—it is simply a description of the challenges you are experiencing at this point in time.

There are several important reasons a diagnosis may be given:

Insurance Billing
Most insurance companies require a diagnosable mental health condition before they will reimburse for counseling services. If you choose to use insurance, a diagnosis is generally required. Clients who pay directly for services or participate in couples counseling may not always need a diagnosis.

Guiding Treatment
A diagnosis helps organize your symptoms into a meaningful clinical picture. It enables your counselor to draw from evidence-based research and established treatment approaches that have been shown to be effective for concerns similar to yours.

Monitoring Progress
Mental health diagnoses are based on specific clinical criteria. Throughout counseling, we continually assess your symptoms to monitor improvement, make adjustments to treatment when needed, and determine whether a diagnosis remains accurate as you grow and heal.

Our focus is never on labeling people. Our goal is to understand your unique story, provide compassionate care, and help you experience meaningful, lasting change.