fresno family counseling center
Professional and Affordable Therapy in Fresno CA
The Well Counseling Center offers affordable and professional counseling from a Christian worldview in the Fresno/Clovis area. Benefits from counseling may include a marked improvement in your overall quality of life, practical solutions to everyday concerns, resolved conflict between you and others, understanding past experiences and how they impact you today, and gaining a new perspective on life events. Counseling will take some work on your part, but most people get as much out of it as they put in.
We work to provide individuals, couples, children, and families a therapeutic experience that helps them feel seen, heard, and valued.
The Well Counseling Center was founded with an intent to provide people with the means to make the life-giving power of Christ’s Gospel available in a therapeutic setting. To live out this vision, licensed and registered staff members of The Well Counseling Center provide low-fee service options to support families from all backgrounds in the Central Valley.
Frequently Asked Questions
DOES THE WELL COMMUNITY CHURCH OFFER PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES?
Our Counseling Center is a professional, clinical counseling center, and our staff is comprised of credentialed mental health professionals.
WHAT ARE THE EDUCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUNDS OF YOUR COUNSELORS?
We have Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT) and Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapists. All counselors have a minimum of a Master’s Degree in Counseling. We also have a Master’s level Mediation/Conflict Coach who can provide pastoral pre-marital counseling and spiritual guidance.
WHAT IS CHRISTIAN COUNSELING?
Christian counseling combines professional counseling techniques and Scriptural principles in a unique approach to mental health issues.
ARE ALL OF YOUR COUNSELORS CHRISTIAN?
All counselors acknowledge personal faith in Jesus Christ; they do not all attend The Well.
DO I HAVE TO BE A CHRISTIAN TO USE YOUR SERVICES?
Our services are available to everyone. We are a Christian-based counseling center. Our approach to therapy is to meet people wherever they are in all areas of their lives.
HOW DO I MAKE AN APPOINTMENT?
MAY I CHOOSE MY OWN COUNSELOR?
You may request a particular counselor. Your preference will be honored if your presenting issue is within their treatment area, and if your counselor of choice has available appointment times.
HOW LONG DO I NEED TO WAIT TO SEE SOMEONE?
Generally, your appointment will be within a week of your initial call. The time varies for each counselor.
WHAT IF I HAVE A LIFE-THREATENING EMERGENCY?
Call 9-1-1 or your local police department.
HOW MUCH DOES COUNSELING COST?
Our Counseling Center fees for professional services are lower than those of other mental health practices in the area. Specific fee information can be found on our Services Page and will be provided when you call for an appointment.
WILL MY VISITS BE COVERED BY INSURANCE?
Since policies and benefits vary greatly, we do not bill insurance. Clients are responsible for charges which are payable at the time services are rendered. Payment can be made by debit or credit card.
HOW LONG DOES COUNSELING TAKE?
The length of treatment depends on many factors. It is primarily determined by the nature of the issue(s) and the motivation of the client.
WHO DO YOUR COUNSELORS WORK WITH?
Services are provided for individuals, couples, families, infants, children and adolescents.
WHAT KINDS OF ISSUES DO YOUR COUNSELORS WORK WITH?
Counselors are trained in many areas including marriage conflict, marriage enrichment, depression, anxiety, postpartum depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, childhood trauma, pastoral counseling, infant mental health, play therapy, grief, domestic violence, spiritual abuse, sexual addictions, women’s issues and life transitions. If you have questions about these issues or others call 559.325.8600.