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More About Brite
What is Brite Counseling?
Brite Counseling is a mental health services provider that offers individual therapy, couples therapy, and training for corporate, legal, non-profit, and academic organizations. Individual sessions are available to residents of Maine and Nebraska. Training is available nationwide.
What types of therapy services does Brite Counseling provide?
Brite Counseling offers traditional individual and couples therapy, which is ongoing weekly or biweekly sessions. We also offer issue-specific therapy, a limited number of sessions focused on a specific goal or developing a concrete skill set.
IS BRITE COUNSELING LGBTQIA+ FRIENDLY
Yes, Brite Counseling is an LGBTQIA+ affirming and inclusive practice. As both a lawyer and a social worker, Beth has spent significant portions of her career focusing on the rights and needs of LGBTQIA+ communities.
What is telehealth-based therapy, and is it suitable for me?
Telehealth therapy is conducted through secure videoconferencing. You need a quiet, private space and a device with internet access. Clients must be located in Maine or Nebraska (where I am licensed) during their session. During your initial consultation we will discuss whether telehealth is appropriate for your mental health goals.
Do you offer in-person sessions?
Coming Soon! Beginning Fall 2026, Beth will see clients at Fynbos Integrative Therapies. Fynbos is a collective of Individual therapists and wellness practitioners in South Portland, Maine.
Payment Details
HOW MUCH DOES THERAPY AT BRITE COST?
Individual sessions: $165 (50 minutes)
Couples sessions: $195 (70 minutes)
*For Couples Intensives (one- or two-day programs tailored to each couple), please contact Beth for fees.
Do you take my insurance?
Brite is an out-of-network provider for all insurers. This means that clients are responsible for paying for therapy in full at the time of service.
Some insurance policies may reimburse policy holders for all or part of their out-of-network expenses. Clients should contact their insurer for details about any out-of-network benefits they may have.
Although Brite does not file insurance claims on behalf of clients, Brite will provide clients with a “superbill” (a detailed receipt) upon request.
What is your cancellation policy?
The full session fee is charged for no-shows or cancellations made with less than 24 hours notice.
HOW MUCH DO YOU CHARGE FOR A PEER ETHICS OR CASE PLANNING CONSULTATION?
Peer consultation services are charged at a rate of $100 per hour (or portion thereof), due at the time of services.
HOW MUCH DO YOU CHARGE FOR SPEAKING OR TRAINING?
Many factors go into speaking and training fees, including size of the group, length of service, and location. Please contact Beth to discuss fees.
Other Questions
How can therapy help me?
Therapy can provide a safe and supportive environment to address concerns, improve mental health, and enhance overall well-being. A good “fit” between a therapist and client is key to therapy being beneficial. In other words, if you don’t feel a vibe with a therapist, move on and find a better fit. A good therapist won’t take it personally, and you deserve to feel that “click” with your therapist.
Do you maintain a waitlist for individual services?
No, I do not keep a waiting list. It is difficult to predict when an opening will arise and, in my opinion, it is important that you not delay your treatment by staying on a waiting list.
PsychologyToday.com, OpenPathCollective.org, your insurance company website, your primary care provider, and your friends are excellent sources for finding a therapist who meets your needs.
Do you offer emergency or urgent mental health services?
No. If you are having a mental health emergency, please call 911 immediately. If you need urgent or after hours mental health support, please call 988. Brite’s office phone and email are not monitored around the clock. We cannot guarantee an immediate response.
Will you come speak to my group?
I’d love to! Please contact me to discuss what you have in mind. Although these services are fee-based, I do a limited number of free or reduced-fee speaking and training engagements for non-profits and community groups.
WHERE ARE YOU LICENSED?
Beth is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Maine and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Nebraska.
