What is an Assessment
Sometimes called an Evaluation. An Assessment is to determine what your overall needs are and to make recommendations for further prevention, intervention, counseling or treatment services when appropriate. We provide a complete biopsychosocial evaluation that takes into account your unique, personal situation and administer psychological tests, when needed to determine the extent of the problem. All assessments/evaluations are conducted by an experienced State Licensed Professional. After the Assessment is complete a treatment recommendation is offered from one of the areas described below.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1575396159240{margin-top: 6% !important;}”][vc_column][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Mental Health” main_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:20px;”][/ultimate_heading][dt_portfolio_masonry mode=”grid” loading_effect=”fade_in” custom_content_bg_color=”#ffffff” post_content_paddings=”15px 15px 15px 15px” resized_image_dimensions=”4×3″ image_border_radius=”0px” image_paddings=”16px 16px 5px 16px” image_scale_animation_on_hover=”disabled” image_hover_bg_color=”solid_rollover_bg” gap_between_posts=”17px” post_title_font_size=”22px” post_title_line_height=”30px” custom_title_color=”#000000″ post_title_bottom_margin=”” post_date=”n” post_category=”n” post_author=”n” post_comments=”n” post_content=”off” read_more_button=”off” show_link=”n” show_zoom=”n” show_details=”n” project_icon_border_width=”0px” project_icon_color=”#ffffff” project_icon_color_hover=”#ffffff” posts_offset=”0″ order=”asc” category=”29″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1575396159240{margin-top: 6% !important;}”][vc_column][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Alcohol & Drug Abuse” main_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:20px;”][/ultimate_heading][dt_portfolio_masonry mode=”grid” loading_effect=”fade_in” custom_content_bg_color=”#ffffff” post_content_paddings=”15px 15px 15px 15px” resized_image_dimensions=”4×3″ image_border_radius=”0px” image_paddings=”16px 16px 5px 16px” image_scale_animation_on_hover=”disabled” image_hover_bg_color=”solid_rollover_bg” gap_between_posts=”17px” post_title_font_size=”22px” post_title_line_height=”30px” custom_title_color=”#000000″ post_title_bottom_margin=”” post_date=”n” post_category=”n” post_author=”n” post_comments=”n” post_content=”off” read_more_button=”off” show_link=”n” show_zoom=”n” show_details=”n” project_icon_border_width=”0px” project_icon_color=”#ffffff” project_icon_color_hover=”#ffffff” posts_offset=”0″ order=”asc” category=”28″][/vc_column][/vc_row][/ultimate_heading]
We fully understand each client walks through our door with a different situation, different need and a different story. That’s why we take an individual and personal approach to our counselling, a customized fit to meet your personal needs.
[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner offset=”vc_col-lg-offset-4 vc_col-lg-4″ css=”.vc_custom_1585580369184{padding-right: 16% !important;padding-left: 16% !important;}”][vc_single_image image=”2343″ img_size=”” alignment=”center” onclick=”custom_link” img_link_target=”_blank” image_hovers=”false” link=”https://therapists.psychologytoday.com/rms/verification_personal.php?id=131035″ el_class=”mainimage”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1574100182082{margin-bottom: 60px !important;}”][vc_column][dt_portfolio_carousel post_type=”posts” orderby=”rand” dis_posts_total=”30″ posts_offset=”0″ layout=”gradient_overlap” content_bg=”n” resized_image_dimensions=”4×3″ image_border_radius=”20px” image_scale_animation_on_hover=”disabled” image_hover_bg_color=”solid_rollover_bg” slides_on_wide_desk=”3″ item_space=”20″ el_class=”homeservices” post_title_font_size=”24px” post_title_line_height=”28px” custom_title_color=”#ffffff” post_date=”n” post_category=”n” post_author=”n” post_comments=”n” post_content=”off” read_more_button=”off” show_link=”n” show_zoom=”n” show_details=”n” project_icon_border_width=”0px” project_icon_color=”#ffffff” project_icon_color_hover=”#ffffff” arrow_bg_width=”25x” arrow_bg_height=”90px” arrow_border_radius=”0px” arrow_border_width=”0px” r_arrow_icon_paddings=”0px 0px 0px 0px” r_arrow_v_offset=”0px” l_arrow_icon_paddings=”0px 0px 0px 0px” l_arrow_v_offset=”0px” posts=””][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1568986454939{margin-right: 0px !important;margin-left: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 90px !important;}”][vc_column parallax=”content-moving” parallax_image=”1796″ width=”1/2″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1584189437707{padding-top: 11% !important;padding-right: 10% !important;padding-bottom: 10% !important;padding-left: 10% !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;}”][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Follman Counseling Agency” sub_heading_color=”#226041″ alignment=”left” main_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:35px;” sub_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:30px;” sub_heading_style=”font-weight:bold;” sub_heading_font_size=”desktop:18px;”]”Expert care with a personal touch in Skagit County”[/ultimate_heading][vc_column_text]At the Follman Agency we provide expert, comprehensive alcohol and drug, mental health, domestic violence, anger management, problem gambling counseling, outpatient treatment and recovery. We use the latest research and evidence-based practice to treat clients with the kind of compassion, respect and care that has made us the most-trusted resource for counseling and treatment in Skagit County for more than two decades. Over the years, we have treated clients from Mount Vernon, Burlington, Anacortes, Sedro-Woolley and Stanwood. We have been widely-recognized and awarded for our ability to treat a wide variety of afflictions and addictions in a professional manner. Many clients from the surrounding counties of Whatcom, Island and Snohomish choose us for this reason.[/vc_column_text][ult_createlink title=”Read more” btn_link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Ffollmanagency.com%2Four-history%2Fmeet-the-team%2F|title:About||” link_hover_style=”Style_3″ text_color=”” text_hovercolor=”” border_color=”” border_size=”2″ text_style=”left” css=”.vc_custom_1585263326809{margin-top: 10px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 5px !important;}” heading_style=”font-weight:bold;”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1574103606066{padding-top: 30px !important;padding-bottom: 130px !important;}”][vc_column offset=”vc_col-md-offset-2 vc_col-md-8″][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Our Clients Respond” main_heading_margin=”margin-bottom:35px;”][/ultimate_heading][dt_testimonials_carousel content_layout=”layout_1″ content_alignment=”center” content_bg=”n” post_content_paddings=”0px 0px 0px 0px” show_avatar=”n” slides_on_wide_desk=”1″ slides_on_desk=”1″ slides_on_lapt=”1″ slides_on_h_tabs=”1″ item_space=”1″ adaptive_height=”y” post_title_font_size=”18px” post_title_line_height=”28px” post_title_bottom_margin=”30px” testimonial_position=”n” content_bottom_margin=”0px” arrows=”n” show_bullets=”y” bullets_style=”scale-up” bullets_h_offset=”0px” category=””][/vc_column][/vc_row]How can therapy help me?
A number of benefits are available from participating in therapy. Therapists can provide support, problem-solving skills, and enhanced coping strategies for issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship troubles, unresolved childhood issues, grief, stress management, body image issues and creative blocks. Many people also find that counselors can be a tremendous asset to managing personal growth, interpersonal relationships, family concerns, marriage issues, and the hassles of daily life. Therapists can provide a fresh perspective on a difficult problem or point you in the direction of a solution. The benefits you obtain from therapy depend on how well you use the process and put into practice what you learn. Some of the benefits available from therapy include:- Attaining a better understanding of yourself, your goals and values
- Developing skills for improving your relationships
- Finding resolution to the issues or concerns that led you to seek therapy
- Learning new ways to cope with stress and anxiety
- Managing anger, grief, depression, and other emotional pressures
- Improving communications and listening skills
- Changing old behavior patterns and developing new ones
- Discovering new ways to solve problems in your family or marriage
- Improving your self-esteem and boosting self-confidence
Do I really need therapy? I can usually handle my problems.
Everyone goes through challenging situations in life, and while you may have successfully navigated through other difficulties you’ve faced, there’s nothing wrong with seeking out extra support when you need it. In fact, therapy is for people who have enough self-awareness to realize they need a helping hand, and that is something to be admired. You are taking responsibility by accepting where you’re at in life and making a commitment to change the situation by seeking therapy. Therapy provides long-lasting benefits and support, giving you the tools you need to avoid triggers, re-direct damaging patterns, and overcome whatever challenges you face.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1584207293167{margin-top: 4% !important;}”]Why do people go to therapy and how do I know if it is right for me?
What is therapy like?
Because each person has different issues and goals for therapy, therapy will be different depending on the individual. In general, you can expect to discuss the current events happening in your life, your personal history relevant to your issue, and report progress (or any new insights gained) from the previous therapy session. Depending on your specific needs, therapy can be short-term, for a specific issue, or longer-term, to deal with more difficult patterns or your desire for more personal development. Either way, it is most common to schedule regular sessions with your therapist (usually weekly). It is important to understand that you will get more results from therapy if you actively participate in the process. The ultimate purpose of therapy is to help you bring what you learn in session back into your life. Therefore, beyond the work you do in therapy sessions, your therapist may suggest some things you can do outside of therapy to support your process – such as reading a pertinent book, journaling on specific topics, noting particular behaviors or taking action on your goals. People seeking psychotherapy are ready to make positive changes in their lives, are open to new perspectives and take responsibility for their lives.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1584207313058{margin-top: 4% !important;}”]What about medication vs. psychotherapy?
It is well established that the long-term solution to mental and emotional problems and the pain they cause cannot be solved solely by medication. Instead of just treating the symptom, therapy addresses the cause of our distress and the behavior patterns that curb our progress. You can best achieve sustainable growth and a greater sense of well-being with an integrative approach to wellness. Working with your medical doctor you can determine what’s best for you, and in some cases a combination of medication and therapy is the right course of action.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1584207362302{margin-top: 4% !important;}”]Do you take insurance, and how does that work?
To determine if you have coverage through your insurance carrier, the first thing you should do is call them. Check your coverage carefully and make sure you understand their answers. Some helpful questions you can ask them:- What are my mental health benefits?
- What is the coverage amount per therapy session?
- How many therapy sessions does my plan cover?
- How much does my insurance pay for an out-of-network provider?
- Is approval required from my primary care physician?
Does what we talk about in therapy remain confidential?
Absolutely. Confidentiality is one of the most important components between a client and psychotherapist. Successful therapy requires a high degree of trust with highly sensitive subject matter that is usually not discussed anywhere but the therapist’s office. Every therapist should provide a written copy of their confidential disclosure agreement, and you can expect that what you discuss in session will not be shared with anyone. This is called “Informed Consent”. Sometimes, however, you may want your therapist to share information or give an update to someone on your healthcare team (your Physician, Naturopath, Attorney), but by law your therapist cannot release this information without obtaining your written permission. However, state law and professional ethics require therapists to maintain confidentiality except for the following situations:- Suspected past or present abuse or neglect of children, adults, and elders to the authorities, including Child Protection and law enforcement, based on information provided by the client or collateral sources.
- If the therapist has reason to suspect the client is seriously in danger of harming him/herself or has threated to harm another person.
Forms you may need for our appointment.
Make sure they are completely filled out and bring them to your appointment.
Chemical Dependency (CD) Forms
CD COURT ORDER EVALUATION CD Self Referral Evaluation CD INTAKE 1X1 CD PAPERWORK CD ExitDomestic Violence (DV) Evaluation Forms
DV Evaluation DV INTAKE DV 1×1 Paperwork DV Exit CORE #1 CORE #2 CORE #3 CORE #4 CORE #5 CORE #6 CORE #7 CORE #8 CORE #9 CORE #10 CORE #11 CORE #12 CORE #13 CORE #14Anger Management (AM) Forms
ANGER MANAGEMENT EVAL ANGER MANAGEMENT INTAKEMental Health (MH) Forms
MENTAL HEALTH EVAL MENTAL HEALTH INTAKERelease of Information (ROI) Form
ROI Criminal Justice System ROI Dept of Licensing ROI for Victim ROIFinancial Forms
Financial Agreement Financial PolicyOther
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We are Preferred Providers for Group Health®, Premera Blue Cross®, and Regence Blue Shield®.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1584741686065{margin-top: 30px !important;}”]Payment Plans
We offer payment plans for Treatment Programs (excluding Assessments/Evaluations) that meet the needs of the individual client. We accept cash, insurance and credit cards for all initial assessments. The credit cards that we accept are Visa®, MasterCard®, Discover®, and American Express®.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1584741697937{margin-top: 30px !important;}”]All Assessment/Evaluation payments are due at the time of service. All Private Pay Programs require a $350.00 down payment. If Billing Insurance, our Billing Department will generate a payment plan in accordance to your benefit structure for Chemical Dependency. Behavioral Health Individual Sessions are due at time of service. The Follman Counseling Agency is not a Medicare, Medicaid provider. If you would like to inquire about your insurance coverage please call our billing department at (360)770-9289 or email us at billing@follmanagency.com [/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][/vc_row]SMART Recovery® – Self Help for Substance Abuse & Addiction
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[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1575328020363{margin-top: 20px !important;}”][vc_column width=”3/4″][vc_column_text]Welcome to Cocaine Anonymous. We are all here for the same reason—our inability to stop using cocaine and all other mind-altering substances. The first step towards solving any problem is admitting that there is a problem. The problem, as we see it, consists of an obsession of the mind and an allergy of the body. The obsession is a continued and irresistible thought of the drugs and the next high. The allergy creates an absolute inability to stop using once we begin. We wish to assure you that there is a solution and that recovery is possible. It begins with abstinence and continues with practicing the Twelve Steps of recovery, one day at a time. Our program, the Twelve Steps of Cocaine Anonymous, is the means by which we move from the problem of addiction to the solution of recovery. *Reprinted from We Can Recover, Cocaine Anonymous World Service Conference Approved Literature. Copyright 2000-2007, Cocaine Anonymous World Services,*[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][dt_default_button link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fwww.caofwa.org|||”]Visit Website[/dt_default_button][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”1674″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1575313271296{margin-top: 40px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text]** Follman Agency is not affiliated wth these programs, we just provide the facility. We recognize there are many types of support groups and it is an individual choice. If a support organization is interested in using our facility please contact the front desk.**
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]Addiction and Recovery
Alcoholics Anonymous Center for On-Line Addiction SAMHSA’s Substance Abuse/Addiction SAMHSA’s Treatment and Recovery Alcohol Awareness Council[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1575504077732{margin-top: 15% !important;}”]Journals & Magazines
Anxiety, Stress and Coping Contemporary Hypnosis Depression and Anxiety Drug and Alcohol Review Journal of Gambling Studies Journal of Mental Health and Aging Journal of Sport and Exercise Psychology Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment Psychology Today Stress and Health Substance Abuse[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Associations & Institute
American Counseling Association American Psychiatric Association American Psychological Association Association for Psychological Science National Institute of Mental Health Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Admin[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1575504081638{margin-top: 15% !important;}”]Mental Health Care General Links
Let’s Talk Facts, APA Mental Help Net PsychCentral.com University of Michigan Health Library Web Sites You Can Trust, Medical Library Assoc[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]Domestic Violence
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Depression and How Therapy Can Help Depression Screening Depression Test, Symptoms of Depression[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1575504089433{margin-top: 15% !important;}”]Suicide Awareness and Hotlines
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