When filling out paperwork prior to your first session, we will ask you for a credit, debit, or HSA/FSA card to be kept on file. It will be secured in our HIPAA compliant electronic health record and at the end of each session, your card will be billed for the agreed upon session fee.

• Credit/Debit - All major cards accepted

• HSA/FSA - Health Savings Accounts

• Superbill - A itemized bill you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement

• Thrizer - A 3rd party platform to check your insurance benefits and process your Superbill for reimbursement

Careful consideration is to be made when deciding whether or not to use insurance. We understand everyone’s circumstances are different and respect your decisions regarding your healthcare and wellness investments. At Blue Pines Counseling we value the private pay model for numerous professional reasons.

Provides increased client privacy-insurance companies require a diagnosis and can request client case notes. Some diagnoses can limit your access to life insurance and your ability to safeguard your future. A diagnosis can also be very beneficial in some cases and provide access to necessary care. If together we decide this is in your best interest, we are happy to provide you with a diagnosis if applicable.

Provides increased client autonomy-insurance companies can limit the number of sessions, the type of therapy, and which therapist you can work with. For example, while art therapists are nationally credentialed professionals, holding master’s degrees in human psychology and development, in the state of Wisconsin, their services are not covered by insurance.

Provides decreased stigma and increased community wellness-we don’t believe in order for people to benefit from therapy that there needs to be anything “wrong” with a person. Insurance requires a person be diagnosed with a mental health disorder in order to be reimbursed for therapy sessions. Therapy can help us know and understand ourselves, and there are tremendous benefits in knowing oneself well. When we know ourselves well, we become less reactive and more responsive to our environments, which in turn, benefits everyone we come in contact with.

We are a private pay practice, which allows us to prioritize your privacy and provide highly personalized care. If desired, we can provide a Superbill for potential out-of-network reimbursement through your insurance provider.

While we do not take insurance, it is still possible to have a portion of your services paid for through your out-of-network outpatient mental health benefits. If requested, we are happy to support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company by providing you with a Superbill.

A Superbill is a specialized invoice, which includes the procedure coding, diagnosis coding, and session dates your insurance carrier will need in order to reimburse you or contribute to your deductible.

You can begin by calling your insurance company, in advance, to see if they cover out-of-network providers and how they want Superbills submitted.

You can also choose to utilize, Thrizer, a third party company we have partnered with to check your benefits, submit Superbills, and get reimbursed.

Art therapy is a holistic, evidence-based approach that combines creative expression with psychological insight. At Blue Pines Counseling, we use art-making to help you process anxiety and trauma in a way that feels safe, non-invasive, and deeply personal.

Not at all. Art therapy is about expression, not artistic skill. You don’t need any prior experience, just a willingness to explore. Many clients find that creating images allows them to access emotions, patterns, and insights that are difficult to identify through traditional talk therapy alone.

We take a holistic, personalized approach that integrates art therapy with trauma-informed care, somatic awareness, and evidence-based practices. Rather than focusing only on symptoms, we help you explore your inner world, reconnect with your strengths, and move toward meaningful, lasting change.

We support children, teens, adults, and couples navigating anxiety, trauma, life transitions, emotional overwhelm, grief, and identity exploration. Our work is especially helpful for those seeking deeper self-understanding, healing, and a more authentic connection to themselves and their lives.

Life transitions, whether expected or unexpected, can feel destabilizing. Therapy offers a space to reflect, process, and realign. Through art therapy and integrative counseling, we help you clarify your values, navigate change, and move forward with greater confidence and intention.

Meaningful growth is about more than symptom relief. It’s about developing self-awareness, emotional resilience, and a deeper sense of purpose. Our work focuses on helping you create a life that feels aligned, grounded, and authentically yours.