Practitioner Type:
Therapist
Areas of Specialty:
Codependency , Coping, Family Therapy , Grief , Holistic Approach, Life Coaching , Psychotherapy, Relationship Therapy, Spirituality, Substance Use, Trauma Focused
Teletherapy Offered:
Yes
Conditions Treated:
Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Mood Disorders
Population Served:
Adolescents, Adults, Children, Families
Languages Spoken:
English
About
Welcome to Core Connections Counseling!
We offer comprehensive counseling support for adolescents, young adults, parents and families, and individual adults. We specialize in treatment of depression, anxiety, drug and alcohol addiction, technology/internet/video gaming addiction, and issues stemming from trauma. We utilize mindfulness as a means of building awareness, coping skills, enhanced satisfaction in relationship with self and others, and building the capacity to make decisions from a clear and grounded internal state.
We have a combined 26 years of working in many different settings with adolescents and young adults. We feel excited about every opportunity to connect with young people and help clear away the obstacles that stand in their way and help them to step into a more authentic, self aware, self assured, grounded version of themselves!
As a living, breathing couple in real life, we bring over 16 years experience of navigating individual growth and pursuits, combined with nurturing communication, compassion, and love of being in relationship with each other. Now as parents to two young girls, we are tackling the challenges and joys of raising children, nurturing our family, and maintaining a sense of individual self on a day to day basis. We understand the complexities, tensions, and deep work that it takes to stay balanced!
Harmony Barrett Isaacs, MA, LPC worked with teenagers, young adults, and families for 15 years in a variety of settings, such as private practice, group homes, transitional programs, and schools. She specializes in treatment of social-anxiety and shyness, anxiety and panic attacks, depression, grief and loss issues, trauma, school issues, and family issues. She holds a BA from Lewis and Clark College and an MA in Transpersonal Counseling Psychology from Naropa University.
Contact Harmony (719) 257-3573
Kris Isaacs, MA, LPC, CACII has worked with teenagers, young adult and families for over 11 years in settings such as private practice, in-patient residential, transitional programs and detox. He specializes in working with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, school issues, failure to launch and self-esteem. He holds a BA from Lewis and Clark College and an MA in Transpersonal Counseling Psychology from Naropa University.
Contact Kris (303) 668-3943
Frequently Asked Questions
What are your fees?
Hourly rate: Individual Sessions – (Harmony) $160; (Kris) $150; Family sessions – $175
The client is responsible for the fees at the time of the service, unless otherwise arranged. Sliding scale rate is available as needed.
Do you take insurance?
We are not affiliated with any insurance companies and are considered out-of-network providers. If you want to use your insurance, you will need to contact your insurance company before our first session and ask them how much they reimburse you if you choose to see an out-of-network licensed therapist. We will give you a bill for your sessions that will have all the necessary information an insurance company requires. You submit the statement/bill directly to your company. When the reimbursement check comes, it goes to you.
How long are therapy sessions?
Individual therapy sessions last 50 minutes – 1 hour, unless we decide more time is needed ahead of time. Family sessions are often 1.5 – 2 hours. Most clients attend therapy either once a week or once every other week, unless together we determine that more weekly sessions are necessary.
Do you offer virtual therapy?
Yes, we offer virtual services. Cost is based on our regular hourly fee.
Is my information kept confidential?
Yes, your information is kept in strictest confidence. We may not disclose any of it to anyone, unless you give your written permission. You can withdraw this permission at any time. There are some specific exceptions to this rule, which are as follows:
We will not disclose personal information to any other third parties except if made aware that a child has been, is currently, or potentially being harmed or if there is reason to believe that a client is a danger to themselves or others. In addition, if you are in litigation, there is a possibility that your therapy file may be subpoenaed.
Can you prescribe medication?
No, we are not medical doctors and are not qualified to prescribe medication. However, after evaluating your situation, we will decide if you need to speak with a psychiatrist and is allowed to prescribe medicine. If we decide that medication might be beneficial, we have some very competent psychiatrists that we work with that we can refer you to. It’s always a good idea for someone who is taking medication to have his or her therapist in contact with the doctor who is prescribing medicine. That way, you have a team working together on your behalf. Of course, this communication between psychologist and psychiatrist only happens if you give written permission.
What is your cancellation policy?
If you cannot make your scheduled appointment, please provide 24 hour advance notice. We understand the need to reschedule on occasion (due to illness or an emergency), however if you do not give 24 hour notice, you will be required to pay the cost of the session.
How do I get started?
Give us a call or email! You can go to the contact page on this website to do either. If you know that you want to get started, let’s schedule a session. We also offer a free 30 minute consultation to meet in person and decide if it’s a good fit.
Clients should be aware that the No Surprises Act of 2021 was designed to protect consumers from receiving unexpected medical bills, and as such, clients have a right to a Good Faith Estimate for services. In accordance with this act, Core Connections Counseling offers Good Faith Estimates upon request and as a part of the intake process.
