Frequently Asked Questions

What are the hours and days of the week the therapy office is open?

(Times are Central Standard)

Mondays: Closed

Tuesdays: 9:00am-5:00pm

Wednesdays: 9:00am-5:00pm

Thursdays: 9:00am-5:00pm

Fridays: 9:00am-12:00pm

What types of classes are offered for continuing education (CEUs)?

Continuing education classes are generally for social workers, counselors, nurses, psychologists, teachers, and those in the helping professions.

*Ethics

*Self-care

*Crisis Intervention

*Coping 101

*Boundaries

(These are just a few...)

What insurances are accepted?

Most major insurances are accepted, including but not limited to the following:

-Ambetter/Centene

-Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield

-Lucet/New Directions/AR BCBS FEP (federal)

-Qualchoice

-United Health Care

-Allwell/Wellcare

What types of individuals are seen for therapy?

Adults who live and/or work in the central Arkansas and surrounding areas.

What types of issues do you treat?

At The Green Fern Therapy & Services, we frequently see people who are experiencing things like anxiety, depression, unresolved trauma, anger management issues, relationship issues. Many times, a person coming into therapy for the first time may not know exactly what is going on with them.. just that they are struggling.

What does it cost to have a therapy session?

The first session, known as the Therapy Intake or Diagnostic Session is $225.00. Therapy sessions after the first cost $200.00.

Do you offer private/self-pay or a sliding scale for people who do not have insurance?

Yes, private/self-pay is accepted. Also, sliding scale pay is available for those who qualify. You must request an application.

What are the qualifications of a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW)?

A LCSW must have a masters degree in social work (about 7 years of college after high school). Then, a proficiency test must be passed to obtain the initial licensure. Then, after a period of professional supervision (usually about 2 years), and passing a second proficiency test, a person is certified as an LCSW.