Deborah Bates, MA

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Services Available

dbates@obsidianinstitute.org

General Mental Health Counseling

Deborah has her Masters of Arts in Counseling from Governors State University. Deborah has worked as a school nurse for 15 years, where she works with children from ages 3-21 with behavioral and mental disorders like bipolar, ADHD, PTSD, and oppositional defiant disorder has contributed to her growth as a professional. Deborah feels that she can be more of a help to my community. Deborah primarily uses a non-directive approach, but will step in when the client feels guidance is needed. 

Self-pay Clients

Self Pay is available for clients who do not have mental health coverage through their insurance, would prefer to not utilize their insurance, or do not have access to insurance at all. Clients can make payments through the client portal and payment is collected on the date of service. 

Fees:

Therapy/SA Treatment: Initial Assessment and Intake - $200/hr  

Therapy/SA Treatment: General Individual Session - $150/hr

Life Coaching - $150/30 minutes      $100/30 minutes

Reiki/Vibration Therapy - $125/60 minutes    $75/30 minutes

Case Management - $45/30 minutes $75/60 minutes

Group Therapy - $60/person per session

Court Appearances - $1500/appearance (Includes preparation, research, appearance in court and travel fees)

Professional speaking - $3500 plus 0.59 per mile, accommodations and food per diem (if applicable)