Appointment Information

Outpatient services are provided by appointment, except in emergency situations.  A typical session appointment lasts from 45 to 50 minutes, although there may be a variance of duration depending upon the type of service provided, such as valuations and testing procedures which tend to last more than an hour. 

Scheduling

Appointments can be scheduled by calling John Weigel at (717) 464-1450, Option 1. 

We ask that you leave the following information: 

• Name and age of the client
• Type of service being requested (Individual therapy, evaluation, play therapy, marital counseling, etc.),
• Preferred office location
• Participating insurance of the client
• Contact information, including a best time to contact you
• If you prefer or have a particular clinician in mind you can leave that information or contact them directly. 

A provider will contact the client or caller directly to set up the appointment.

Cancellations and Missed Appointments

Your reserved appointment time is set exclusively for you.   It is of utmost importance to be on time for your appointment, so the very best and comprehensive service can be provided for you.  In the event that you are unable to attend your scheduled session, we ask that you provide 24 hours notice so that the clinician may be able to offer the time to another client.  The 24-hour answering system is provided for your convenience in these matters.  In times when the appropriate time allowance has not been made, you may be billed for half of the scheduled session fee.  When appointments are missed without notification, you may be billed the fee for the entire session, at the discretion of the clinician.

Click here to be linked to the Clinician Telephone Directory

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Confidentiality

All counseling and evaluative services are regarded as strictly confidential and follow the standards set by the State and Federal policy of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) regarding Protected Health Information (PHI), unless in special situations outlined by law or when consent for information is given.

Click here to view our full HIPPA policy

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Fees and Insurances

The fees for our services are established based on an hourly or per session rate.  A typical therapy session lasts 45-50 minutes, however evaluations, testing and some special services may take an hour or more.  Other services that may encounter additional fees are consultations and the preparation of letters or reports. Every effort is made to keep the financial cost of our services affordable, and according to local feedback our fees have remained below that of many of the other area providers. Please contact us for more information or for fees for specific services. 

Many health insurance plans are accepted.  Please be aware that not all of the clinicians with Weigel Counseling Associates may participate with your particular insurer depending upon their rules and regulations.  It is important to know the terms of your policy related to copays, deductibles, authorizations and claim submissions, and it is encouraged that you familiarize yourself with your policy and any special conditions that may apply. 

Please contact John Weigel or Office Manager Laurie Cosgrove with questions about your coverage.  We will do our best to help you clarify your benefits and limits.

THE FOLLOWING INSURANCES MAY BE ACCEPTED, ALTHOUGH PARTICIPATION MAY VARY AMONG INDIVIDUAL PROVIDERS:

Aetna, Capitol Blue Cross, Independence Blue Cross, Anthem Blue Cross, Medical Assistance (CBHNP, Mercy, Gateway), Coresource, Highmark Blue Shield, Magellan, MHNet (Health America, Health Assurance), PHC (Preferred Health Care), Quest, UBH (United Behavioral Health), UHC (United Health Care), Value Options, Cigna.

Various EAP services are also accepted. 

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Clinician and Staff Directory

(717) 464-1450

(717) 627-5133                            Dale Sharpsteen, MEd. LMFT

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Emergency Information

If you feel that you or your loved one is in crisis:

• Go to your closest Emergency Room, or call 911.  Click here for a list of local Hospitals and addresses
• Call Crisis Intervention at (717) 394-2631
• If you are working with one of our clinicians, you may want to notify them of your circumstances, but please do not delay seeking emergency treatment.

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Printable Forms

THIS IS STILL UNDER CONSTRUCTION

To save time at the beginning of your appointment you are welcomed to download, print and complete the forms that will be necessary for the intake appointment, and are designated with a *.  Additional forms are also available for viewing and printing for your convenience.

*New Client Information

*Consent to Treatment

*Release to Disclose of Information

*Notice of Receipt of HIPPA

*Medical Assistance Provider Choice Form (only for Medical Assistance clients)

*Financial Responsibility

HIPPA Statement

Child/Adolescent Background Information

Office Policies and Fees

Clinician and Staff Directory

Weigel Counseling Associates Brochure

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