About Us
Stepping Stones Counseling is an outpatient behavioral health clinic that works with children, adolescents, adults, and families. We are a group of well trained, fully licensed therapists dedicated to providing confidential therapy services in Bismarck, Mandan, and the surrounding areas.
As clinicians at Stepping Stones Counseling, we are willing to work with a variety of complex situations utilizing creative and flexible techniques. We come from a variety of backgrounds that help us excel individually and as a team. Stepping Stones Counseling strives to make each person who walks through our doors a priority. We understand that everyone has the power within themselves to make positive changes and we are honored to be part of that journey.
Our mission
The mission of Stepping Stones Counseling is to provide mental health services in a safe, non-judgmental space allowing for a collaborative energy working alongside clients of all ages to help them meet their full potential.
FAQs
What is Stepping Stones Counseling?
We are trusted mental health providers in the Bismarck/Mandan community who strive to use our compassion, authenticity, and expertise to partner with clients on their journey. We ensure a safe and non-judgmental environment to help meet each client’s individual needs.
How do I get started?
To schedule an intake appointment, call our office at 701-751-2828. Please leave us a message with your call back information and we will get back to you as soon as we are able. We will ask you some questions about what you would like to get out of counseling, discuss the availability of appointments, and provide information on your next steps.
How do I pay for counseling?
Stepping Stones Counseling accepts most major insurances including Medicaid, Medicaid Expansion, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Sanford Health (Employee Plan Excluded), and Optum.
If you will not be utilizing insurance, our self-pay rates are:
Initial Evaluation - $200
60 minutes Session - $180
45 minute session - $150
30 minute session - $110
Family Therapy w/patient present - $200
Family Therapy w/o patient present - $180
To understand your rights against surprise medical bills, learn more about the No Surprise Act.
Who do you work with?
We are proud to work with individuals and families of all different demographics. We work with many different ages from children and adolescents to adults.
Can you prescribe medications?
We cannot prescribe medications. We would be happy to offer referrals for medical providers or psychiatrists to help you with this need.
What should I do if I’m not satisfied with something?
It’s important to always be open and honest with your counselor. Your counselor is able to handle difficult feelings and encourages open conversation about all things, including any frustrations or differing expectations you have. Even with open conversation about these things, sometimes people do not always feel their counselor is the best fit for them. If this is the case, your counselor will be happy to make a referral either to another counselor in house, or to another agency.
Get in touch.
We know that making the decision to seek out mental health services is not easy. It can be challenging to know where to turn or how to to find the therapist who will be the best fit to meet your unique needs. Let us help.