Overview

Sometimes the stresses of daily life can be overwhelming. The Diocesan Center for Family life provides counseling to individuals, couples and families who are at a stage of their lives where the assistance of a licensed professional is valuable in helping them identify and clarify issues which may be causing stress. The purpose of counseling is to help clients learn skills or techniques that also can be successfully used in future situations.

Clients are assessed on the basis of information provided by him/her in an initial interview as well as observation by the counselor. Psychological tests are not conducted in this office.

Diagnosis is based on criteria set forth in DSM-IV of the American Psychiatric Association.

Pro-active treatment plans are individualized to the client's needs and situation. There is an emphasis on short-term approaches using interpersonal and cognitive behavior techniques. Treatment plans may include, but are not limited to: 1.) goal setting; 2.) communication skills; 3.) journaling; 4.) stress management. It is believed that the client should have a sense of control over his/her life and should be an active participant in restoring lost equilibrium.

The counselor providing services is:

Renee Fox, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Fees are assessed on a sliding scale according to annual income and the number of people in the family that are supported by that income.

Clients are seen at the St. Vincent's and Catholic Center locations. Appointments may be made by calling (904) 308-7474.