About Us
Our Story:
Vineyard Counseling Center was launched by Vineyard Columbus (www.vineyardcolumbus.org) in 1993 to provide high-quality counseling done by professional Christian therapists. We exist to develop and restore whole people by helping to address all aspects of our clients’ lives. This is reinforced in our motto: hopeful counseling for the whole person. Our services are open to all regardless of religious or spiritual background.
We are located inside the Ministry Center Offices of Vineyard Columbus on 6000 Cooper Road, Westerville, OH 43081.
Meet our Counseling Staff
Areas of Focus: Career/vocation, life transitions, depression, anxiety, spirituality
Works with: Individuals (15 and up)
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Areas of Focus: Anxiety, depression, life transition, spirituality, grief, pregnancy loss
Works with: Individuals 11 and up
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Areas of Focus: Adolescent, anxiety, coping skills, sexuality and gender, trauma, parenting, spirituality
Works with: Individuals (10 and up), Families
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Frequently Asked Questions
Currently, none of our counselors submit directly to insurance for reimbursement. However, many insurers will reimburse clients who submit claims for counseling. Our counselors will be happy to provide you with a “superbill” (what insurance companies look for to reimburse mental health care) for you to submit to your health insurer.
We do offer services on a sliding fee scale. A sliding fee scale means that your session fee can vary in response to your annual household income. In your initial paperwork, you will be able to identify where on the fee scale that you fall based on your household income. Those with lower household incomes tend to qualify for lower session fees.
No. If you or someone you know feels like they may seriously harm themselves or if they are manifesting unusual behaviors compared to their usual self, please report to your local hospital emergency department for care.
All of our therapists are Christians, but our clients come from all different religious and spiritual backgrounds. If you wish to integrate your religious or spiritual beliefs and practices into your therapeutic relationship, your therapist will be happy to accommodate.
Our office is attached to Vineyard Columbus, a large nondenominational Christian church in Westerville, Ohio. Once you are on the property, continue to the last building on the property called the “Ministry Center”. Enter the Ministry Center through a set of sliding glass doors, and Vineyard Counseling Center will be to your right as you enter.
The best and most secure way to contact your therapist is to send them a message through Simple Practice, our HIPAA-compliant health portal. If you have the Simple Practice app on your phone, this is by far the easiest way to communicate in a confidential and timely way with your therapist. Remember, therapists are often busy seeing other clients, so please allow them 24-36 hours to get back to you.
Yes, we offer online counseling services for residents of Ohio who prefer to receive therapy from the comfort of their own homes. Our online sessions are conducted securely and confidentially through Simple Practice, our encrypted video conferencing platform.
The law protects the confidentiality of all communications between a client and counselor. No information is disclosed without prior written permission from the client.
However, there are some exceptions to confidentiality required by law: Exceptions include:
• Suspected abuse of a child, dependent adult, or elder. The therapist is required to report this to the appropriate authorities immediately.
• If a client is threatening serious bodily harm to another person. The therapist is required to notify the police.
• If a client intends to harm himself or herself. The therapist will make every effort to work with the individual to ensure their safety. However, if an individual does not cooperate, additional measures may need to be taken.
A number of benefits are available from participating in psychotherapy. Counselors can provide support, problem-solving skills, and enhanced coping strategies for issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship troubles, unresolved childhood issues, grief, stress, trauma, body image issues, and creative blocks. Many people also find that counselors can be a tremendous asset to managing personal growth, interpersonal relationships, family concerns, marriage issues, and the hassles of daily life. Therapists can provide a fresh perspective on a difficult problem or point you in the direction of a solution. The benefits you obtain from therapy depend on how well you use the process and put into practice what you learn. Some of the benefits available from therapy include:
• Attaining a better understanding of yourself, your goals and values
• Developing skills for improving your relationships
• Finding resolution to the issues or concerns that led you to seek therapy
• Learning new ways to cope with stress and anxiety
• Managing anger, grief, depression, and other emotional pressures
• Improving communication and listening skills
• Changing old behavior patterns and developing new ones
• Discovering new ways to solve problems in your family or marriage
• Improving your self-esteem and boosting self-confidence
Our counselors are trained to address a wide range of issues including but not limited to depression, anxiety, stress, relationship problems, grief, trauma, addiction, and spiritual growth.
Yes, all our counselors are licensed mental health professionals with expertise in Christian counseling. They hold relevant degrees and certifications in counseling or psychology and are committed to providing ethical and professional care.
The number of sessions varies depending on the individual and the issues being addressed. Some clients may benefit from just a few sessions, while others may require longer-term therapy. Your counselor will work with you to determine the best treatment plan for your needs.
All of our appointments are done through convenient self-scheduling through our website (www.vineyardcounseling.org). Simply click “Request an Appointment”, and a box will open where you will select the therapist, type of therapy, in person/online, and the appointment time that works for you. New clients will receive initial paperwork to fill out before their counselor will accept the appointment request – we want to make sure that we’re the right fit for counseling you. Counselors need at least 24 hours to be able to review completed paperwork and approve or decline your appointment request. For current clients, you can simply use the link or (even better) use the Simple Practice app to manage all your appointments, billing, and messaging.
