The institute, established in 1987, has always had a strong reputation for being an open and inclusive organization. Indeed, we extend a special welcome to those who may feel or are considered to be "on the outside" because of sexual orientation, lifestyle, circumstances, choices, or others' prejudice. We invite persons in spiritual or personal discontent to become fellow seekers on the journey to self-exploration. By means of the discipline of psychotherapy, we hope that persons can begin to integrate body, mind, and spirit, work towards mutuality in all relationships, and find empowerment to help create a world of justice and peace. Brandywine Pastoral Institute offers a sliding fee scale so that all persons, regardless of income, may receive quality counseling and psychotherapy.
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Services Offered
Individual Counseling - Individuals who are... - experiencing distressing feelings such as inadequacy, doubt, fear, anxiety, depression, guilt or confusion - grieving the loss of a significant person or thing - experiencing relationship difficulties - experiencing existential problems/crises - questioning the meaning of life With Health Related Concerns... - living with/surviving cancer - living with a disability or chronic illness - recovering from abuse or trauma - experiencing women's issues such as PMS or menopause - facing a life-threatening illness Who are LGBT & Q... - concerned with issues of identity or personal power - experiencing relationship struggles, prejudice, or alienation Who are Undergoing Transitions... - situational: a significant or sudden change or crisis brought about by some kind of circumstance - life-cycle: the natural changes that occur with various stages of life
Couples - who are... - struggling with conflict - seeking a higher level of emotional and/or sexual intimacy - dealing with feelings of alienation or distance - considering marriage or union - adjusting to the birth or adoption of a child - needing communication skills
Families - who are... - experiencing communication difficulties - experiencing grief as a result of death or divorce - wishing to improve parenting skills - struggling with issues unique to blended families - establishing and living in non-traditional families
Fees and Payment
This is a non-profit agency.
Services Offered To: Adults Couples Teens Children
Special Groups: Faith-Based LGBTQ
Payment: Sliding Scale
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A community counseling agency is a group therapy practice that offers affordable mental health services. Most are independent non-profit agencies, state agencies, or publicly-funded agencies. A few may restrict who is eligible for services, so it is a good idea to check when you call.
Community counseling agencies are generally more affordable than other therapy providers, but how much more affordable they are will depend on whether you qualify for a discount or sliding scale fee (or if they accept your insurance). Many, but not all, have a policy that they won't turn away anyone due to inability to pay. You should ask about their fees when you first call.
Expect to talk to kind people who want to help you find the care you need. Most community agencies strive to connect you with a live person within 24 hours, if not immediately. If you're asked to hold or leave a message, don't give up; just leave a message and wait. You should hear back pretty quickly.
Most agencies try to set up an initial assessment appointment within a week (some do within 24 hours), though the waitlist to start therapy is usually longer—about a few weeks on average. If you're not eligible or if the agency is not right for you, it's usually still worth it to call or drop in, because staff are knowledgeable about local options and can often refer you to one.