We offer individual, family and group psychotherapy to clients of all ages, ethnic backgrounds, social-economic status and orientations. We take great pride in the treatment we provide which is not only professional, confidential, and state-of-the-art, but also caring and respectful of the minds and hearts of our clients.Our service area covers the northern third of New Hampshire, from the Kancamagus Highway north to the Canadian border, and northwest to the neighboring Vermont counties - in local terms, the White Mountains, Great North Woods, and Northeast Kingdom regions. However, we do not exclude clients outside our area who wish to travel to receive services at the Center.
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Services Offered
Child and Adolescent Services Services - Your child or adolescent may be referred for services due to a variety of concerns which may include, but are not limited to, social adjustment, inappropriate behavior at home or school, poor school achievement, developmental delays, or trauma issues. As such, it is imperative that children and adolescents be provided with caring, age-appropriate and professional treatment. Our therapists employ a variety of techniques in working with children and adolescents within a warm and accepting environment. It is important to the success of our treatment to create an ambiance of safety as we help our young clients to learn new ways of coping with their difficulties. We use talking and play therapy approaches to facilitate assertive self-expression and decrease acting-out behaviors. Other approaches we may use include art, music, or movement therapy techniques to bridge the gap between verbal and non-verbal communication and to foster personal growth.
* Parenting Training for the Management of Behavioral Issues * Individual therapy for ADHD Management * Communication and Coordination of Care with your child's school to facilitate compliance with IEP or 504B recommendations * Therapy for Trauma and Abuse including witnessing or being a victim of Domestic and/or Sexual Violence. * Family Therapy with your child to improve communication and understanding.
Adult Counseling Services - When you call us for services, you can expect to be listened to with empathy and understanding, regardless of the issues that bring you to therapy. We will offer you a tailored treatment approach that takes into account your goals, strengths, personal situation, cultural background, stage of life, etc. Through therapy we aim to help you build self-confidence, increase support systems, and improve skills related to communication, coping, time management, organization, anger management, and parenting. We offer assistance with problems such as emotional stress, socialization, intimacy, and substance abuse. Sometimes the focus of therapy involves help with everyday issues in the home, workplace, or educational programs. Our goal is to help you function at your best and to become happier and healthier.
* Anxiety and Stress Management * Mood Disorders * Therapeutic Exploration of Relationships, Family, Career Issues, and Life Concerns * Therapy for Adjustment Difficulties and Disorders * Therapy for Victims of Domestic and Sexual Violence * Therapy for Divorce and Separation * Family Therapy * Treatment of Grief or Loss, Change, Loneliness, and Depression * Treatment for Adult ADHD
Substance Abuse Services - We provide treatment to help you identify underlying causes for the need to seek substances and to help you develop alternative healthy coping strategies. We can assist you in making lifestyle adjustments needed to attain and sustain your sobriety. Our licensed clinicians can help if you have been required to obtain treatment following a drug or alcohol-related event. Since substance abuse impacts the entire family, we provide treatment for both the person using controlled substances and their loved ones.
* Counseling for Substance Abuse and Recovery * Treatment for Dual Diagnosis * Counseling for Family Members of Substance Users
Victims Services for Children, Adults and Families - We are recognized experts in the field of domestic violence and employ state-of-the-art individualized treatment approaches to help you and your family heal from the violence. While seeking help in dealing with your situation can be a difficult step, it can also be the most important step you take. We will do our best to make it as easy and comfortable for you as possible. Situations that bring people to our center for care vary widely. One family may need assistance escaping from a violent situation in the home. Another family may be dealing with the aftermath of traumatic experiences. Sometimes families are struggling to achieve reconciliation with a parent who becomes aggressive when abusing substances. Yet another family may be struggling with fears related to their children's visitation with a previously violent parent.
* Therapy for Victims of Domestic and Sexual Violence * Treatment of other traumatic experiences such as bullying, workplace violence, harassment, etc.
Violence Prevention Program - We help men and women find a place for making the changes needed to live and love peacefully without violence in their relationships. Our program includes violence prevention, anger management, and help with control and intimacy issues. If you have been court-ordered for treatment or if you want to make some changes before the courts become involved, we can help. As a client in our Violence Prevention Program, your needs will be assessed and you will also have access to general counseling and other services. Typically services are provided in a structured 36-week group treatment program. Preparation for the Violence Prevention Group entails individual intake, records and history review, a personal willingness to be open and involved in the change process, sobriety, and commitment to complete the program.
Fees and Payment
We have contracts with many area health insurance plans including Medicare and Medicaid. Our business office will verify benefits and eligibility and obtain the authorizations necessary for treatment. We will submit all claims and will go over with you any co-pays or deductible costs for which you are responsible. If you do not have health insurance or would rather self-pay for your visits, we also accept cash or credit card payments. Individuals who are unable to afford the cost of services and who lack adequate insurance coverage can make arrangements for self-pay fees, which are set according to income levels. Center for New Beginnings does not refuse services to anyone based on the inability to pay.
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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.