Frequently Asked Questions

Session Related Information

  • Counseling can be scheduled and held virtually or at the office located at 910 13th Street, Suite 300, Golden, CO 80401.

  • Sessions typically last 50 minutes, but longer or shorter sessions are available in certain circumstances and scheduled in advance.

  • $175 per 55 minute session. Currently Jamie White Counseling is able to accept Aetna, United/Optum, and Cigna/Evernorth insurances.

  • Each counseling session is reserved exclusively for you. Cancelling or missing an appointment can limit your progress in therapy and prevent other clients from accessing that time. Consistency is a key part of effective counseling.

    I provide a single "freebie" of one no-show or late cancelled session per year. After that, cancellations in less than 24 hours have a fee.

  • Please schedule a consultation to learn more.  

    Jamie White Counseling accepts the following insurance for some, but not all, services:

    • Aetna

    • United

    • Cigna

    If your insurance is not listed here, I can give you a document called a superbill that you can submit to your insurance and get reimbursed for part of the cost of sessions if you have out-of-network benefits. Please contact me for more information on this!

     

    You can also use your HSA account to pay for therapy and co-pays.

  •  Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have certain types of health care coverage or who are not using certain types of health care coverage an estimate of their bill for health care items and services before those items or services are provided.

     • You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any health care items or services upon request or when scheduling such items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescription drugs, equipment, and hospital fees.

    • If you schedule a health care item or service at least 3 business days in advance, make sure your health care provider or facility gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing within 1 business day after scheduling. If you schedule a health care item or service at least 10 business days in advance, make sure your health care provider or facility gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing within 3 business days after scheduling. You can also ask any health care provider or facility for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule an item or service. If you do, make sure the health care provider or facility gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing within 3 business days after you ask.

    • If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more for any provider or facility than your Good Faith Estimate from that provider or facility, you can dispute the bill.

    For questions or more information about your right to a Good Faith Estimate, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises/consumers, email FederalPPDRQuestions@cms.hhs.gov, or call 1- 800-985-3059.

Working With Jamie White Counseling FAQ

  • A good client for Jamie White Counseling is someone experiencing burnout, stress, anxiety, or the emotional impact of high-pressure work or life situations. They may feel disconnected from their personal or professional life and are seeking a supportive space to process challenges, build resilience, and restore balance. This client is open to a mind-body approach, combining evidence-based therapy with yoga, mindfulness, breathwork, and other techniques to help regulate the nervous system, manage stress, and reconnect with their body and emotions. They are motivated to invest in their well-being and personal growth, aiming to feel energized, grounded, and more fulfilled in daily life.

  • Absolutely! While Jamie specializes in working with nurses, her expertise in trauma, stress management, and emotional well-being means she can help clients from all walks of life. The skills and approaches she uses—such as EMDR, trauma-sensitive yoga, and movement-based therapy—are effective for anyone seeking healing, resilience, and balance.

  • A typical session with Jamie is tailored to meet each client’s unique needs and comfort level. Sessions often begin with therapeutic conversation, where clients explore thoughts, emotions, and experiences in a safe, supportive environment. Depending on the client’s goals, Jamie may incorporate EMDR processing to help reframe distressing memories or experiences.

    Many sessions include mind–body practices, such as breathwork, mindfulness exercises, or gentle, mindful movement, which help clients reconnect with their bodies and regulate their nervous system. For clients who enjoy being outdoors, sessions may also include walking or other movement-based exercises, making therapy more dynamic and embodied.

    Throughout the session, Jamie offers tools and skills tailored to the client—these may include relaxation techniques, grounding strategies, or coping exercises that clients can integrate into daily life. The focus is always on creating a collaborative, empowering space where clients feel safe, supported, and able to explore their growth at their own pace.

  • Research shows that a good working relationship between therapist and client is one of the major factors leading to a successful therapy outcome. For this reason, I make it a priority to connect with you, the client, and provide a non-judgmental, comfortable space for you to process and heal. Many of my clients (and friends and family!) say they feel at ease with me after a short time of knowing me, and that I tend to have a calming effect on them.

    Read more about the work I do with clients in this article: http://voyagedenver.com/interview/conversations-inspiring-jamie-white/

  • I integrate EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) with yoga-based practices. This can include restorative postures, mindful movement, breathwork, and exercises that help regulate the nervous system and reconnect with the body. I also offer workshops, like Yoga for Anxiety, to teach practical tools for managing stress and understanding the mind-body connection.

  • I combine evidence-based therapy with mind-body techniques, helping clients not only process trauma but also restore energy, resilience, and balance. Many clients appreciate understanding how their nervous systems respond to stress and trauma—it often helps them feel validated and empowered.

General Counseling Information FAQ

  • Counseling is a professional, collaborative process where a trained therapist helps you explore thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to address life challenges, mental health concerns, or personal growth goals. It can involve talk therapy, skills-building, coping strategies, and evidence-based interventions tailored to each individual.

  • Counseling can help people experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, career challenges, and other emotional or behavioral concerns. Research shows that counseling can be effective across age groups and diverse populations, helping clients improve mental health, build resilience, and enhance overall well-being (American Psychological Association, 2019).

  • Yes. Decades of research demonstrate that counseling and psychotherapy can lead to significant improvement in symptoms and quality of life. Meta-analyses indicate that about 75–80% of people who engage in counseling report meaningful benefits, especially when therapy is tailored to the individual’s needs and delivered by a licensed professional (Smith & Glass, 1977; Lambert, 2013).

  • Therapists draw from a variety of evidence-based approaches depending on your goals and needs, including:

    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors.

    • EMDR: Helps process traumatic memories in a safe, structured way.

    • Mindfulness and body-based practices: Support emotional regulation and stress reduction.

    • Solution-focused or strength-based approaches: Help clients leverage personal strengths to overcome challenges.

  • Sessions typically involve a confidential conversation with your therapist, where you explore challenges, reflect on thoughts and feelings, and develop strategies for change. Some sessions may incorporate exercises like relaxation techniques, mindfulness, movement, or other skills to support mental and emotional well-being.

  • The length of counseling varies depending on your goals. Some people benefit from short-term counseling (a few sessions), while others may engage in longer-term therapy. Research shows that even brief interventions can be effective for many concerns, but consistent engagement often leads to deeper, more lasting results.

  • Yes. Licensed counselors are legally and ethically required to maintain confidentiality. There are exceptions only when there is a risk of harm to yourself or others, or as otherwise required by law.

  • Becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor is a long and challenging process that ensures therapists are highly trained and prepared to support clients safely and effectively. It requires a master’s or doctoral degree in counseling, thousands of hours of supervised clinical experience, and passing a rigorous state licensing exam. Even after earning a license, counselors must complete continuing education to stay current with best practices and research.

    In short, LPCs have invested years of study, practice, and testing to be able to provide skilled, evidence-based care—so when you work with a licensed counselor, you can trust they have the training and experience to guide you safely through your mental health journey.

  • Working with an LPC is ideal when you are facing mental health challenges, emotional struggles, or past trauma that impact your daily life. LPCs are highly trained professionals who are required to have completed advanced degrees, thousands of hours of supervised clinical experience, and rigorous licensing exams to provide evidence-based therapy. They are equipped to help you process trauma, manage anxiety or depression, and develop healthy coping strategies in a safe and confidential space.

    Coaches can be helpful for goal-setting, personal growth, or career development, but they are not licensed to diagnose or treat mental health conditions.

    Choosing an LPC ensures you have a professional who can address both the emotional and psychological aspects of your challenges while also supporting your growth and resilience.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) FAQ

  • EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It’s an evidence-based therapy originally developed to help people recover from trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Over time, it’s also been shown to help with anxiety, depression, grief, phobias, and other challenges.

    In EMDR, you briefly focus on a troubling memory while engaging in bilateral stimulation—often eye movements, tapping, or sounds that alternate between the left and right sides of the body. This process helps the brain reprocess the memory so it feels less distressing and can be stored in a healthier, more adaptive way.

  • Many people find that EMDR allows them to process and heal from difficult experiences more quickly than with talk therapy alone. It can reduce the emotional charge of painful memories, improve self-beliefs, and create more space for resilience and peace of mind.

  • After preparation and identifying a target memory or belief, your therapist will guide you through sets of bilateral stimulation while you notice thoughts, feelings, and body sensations. You are always in control and can pause at any time. The goal is not to erase memories, but to change the way you experience them.

  • Official EMDR Resources: https://www.emdr.com/what-is-emdr/