We offer play therapy services for children ages 3-9.

We offer couples counseling for individuals at every stage- pre-marital, marital hardship, and divorce/separation

We offer individual counseling to individuals for a wide range of issues such as life challenges, relationship issues, anxiety, and depression.

We also offer free 15 minute consultations.

Getting started is simple. Reach out through our New Client Inquiry form or schedule a call—we’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.

You can reach us anytime via our email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.

You may also contact us by phone at (228) 338-6769

We accept most insurances and we also have self-pay options available. Accepted insurances include:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield

• Aetna

• Cigna

• SAS/First Choice

• United Healthcare

• Optum

• UMR

Stepping Stones Counseling does not provide crisis counseling.

In a medical emergency, current clients or potential clients should immediately call 911or go to the nearest emergency room.

For urgent mental health crises, clients may also contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing or texting 988.

Yes, Virtual sessions are available for clients who prefer to meet from the comfort of their own home. Virtual clients must meet certain criteria. Contact me for more information.

Your first session is a chance for us to get to know each other. We’ll talk about what brings you in, your goals, and any questions you have. You can go at your own pace. There is no pressure to share more than you’re comfortable with.

This depends on your needs and goals. Many clients start with weekly sessions and adjust over time.

Your privacy is very important to us. We abide by all laws and ethics regarding confidentiality. There are exceptions to confidentiality that include:

• Harming yourself or others

• Abuse or neglect

• Court order for release of information

• Peer consultations

*Couples* We have a no secrets policy which means anything disclosed to your therapist individually is subject to be addressed in the couple’s counseling session.