Ariel Shivers-McGrew(She/Her/Hers)
Master of Arts (MA) - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
New Mexico•Colorado•Illinois
Career counseling-Life coaching-Medical professionals' mental health- Stress management-Burnout-Entrepreneur mental health-
Ariel Shivers-McGrew
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Professional statement
Professional Overview: Ariel McGrew is a highly skilled professional counselor of clinical mental health (LPCC); Ariel brings a wealth of knowledge and experience underpinned by certifications in personality disorders, neuropsychotherapy, clinical anxiety treatment, and ADHD assessment and treatment. Her approach to mental health care combines scientific rigor with a deep sense of empathy and understanding.
Career Highlights: Specialization in Complex Mental Health Issues. Expertise in managing and treating personality disorders, anxiety, and ADHD with a focus on evidence-based methods. Advocate of Neuropsychotherapy: Integrating neuroscience into therapeutic practices, enhancing the effectiveness of mental health treatments. Commitment to Continuing Education: Ongoing engagement in advanced training and research to stay abreast of the latest developments in mental health care.
Philosophy and Approach: Ariel's philosophy revolves around the belief that effective mental health care should be accessible, individualized, and holistic. She is known for her warm, confident, and empathetic approach, ensuring clients feel heard, understood, and valued. Her practice emphasizes building a solid therapeutic relationship as the foundation for successful treatment and lasting change.
Core Competencies: Teletherapy Leadership: Leveraging technology to break barriers in mental health accessibility. Patient-Centered Care: Dedication to understanding and meeting each client's unique needs.Innovative Treatment Strategies: Utilizing a blend of traditional and cutting-edge techniques for comprehensive care. Collaborative Practice: Working alongside other healthcare professionals to provide integrative care.
Future Vision: Looking forward, Ariel is committed to expanding her practice to reach more needy individuals while continuing to advocate for the importance of mental health care in today’s digital age. She aspires to be at the forefront of teletherapy, constantly evolving her practice to incorporate the latest research and techniques in mental health treatment.
Work and Education
Years of Experience: 11 years
Willoughby Center for Behavioral Health , Mental Health Consultant
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology , PhD Business Psychology , 2024
University of San Diego , MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling , 2013
Licensure
Illinois: 178015715 - New Mexico: CTB-2024-0072 - Colorado: LPC.0020332Languages
EnglishSpecialties
Career counseling - Support around personal and professional growth; clarifying career goals and implementing steps toward building a fulfilling career and meaningful work-life balance
Life coaching - Identifying intentions and implementing strategies to build resilience and work towards one’s personal, health, or career goals
Medical professionals' mental health - Support navigating work-related expectations and stress; addressing issues of burnout, hierarchical pressures, and vicarious trauma
Stress management - Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others
Burnout - Managing and recovering from stressors that lead to feelings of decreased motivation and disconnection from the self; practicing effective self-care and finding ways to relax both physically and mentally
Entrepreneur mental health - Processing through the emotional highs and lows of running a business; learning about one’s values and exploring how these values impact the decisions that one makes for the business
General expertise
Treatment approaches
Clientele
- Adults (24+)
- Couples
- Families
- Parents
- Loveland Therapy Fund Clients
Locations & Hours
Insurance
- Aetna (in-network in NM, CO, IL)
- Aetna Student Health Insurance (in-network in NM, CO, IL)
- All Savers Insurance Company (in-network in NM, CO, IL)
- Allegiance (in-network in NM, CO, IL)
- Allied Benefit Systems (in-network in NM, CO, IL)
- Cigna (in-network in NM, CO, IL)
- GEHA (in-network in NM, CO, IL)
- Health Plans Inc. (in-network in NM, CO, IL)
- Meritain Health (in-network in NM, CO, IL)
- Nippon Life Benefits (in-network in NM, CO, IL)
- Optum (in-network in NM, CO, IL)
- Oscar Health (in-network in NM, CO, IL)
- Oxford Health Plans (in-network in NM, CO, IL)
- Surest (formerly Bind) (in-network in NM, CO, IL)
- Trustmark (in-network in NM, CO, IL)
- UMR (in-network in NM, CO, IL)
- United Healthcare (in-network in NM, CO, IL)
- United Healthcare Shared Services (in-network in NM, CO, IL)
- United Healthcare Student Health Plan (in-network in NM, CO, IL)
- Wellfleet (in-network in NM, CO, IL)
Out-of-pocket fees
- Individual sessions:$215 (50min)
- Sliding scale:$125 - $215
- Initial session:$375 (90min)
- Couples sessions:$265 (75min)
- Group sessions:$85 (75min)
- Family sessions:$300 (90min)
Additional session information
Out-of-network billing options
This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:
Payment options
- Credit Card
- PayPal
- Zelle
Session frequency
Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.
- Weekly
- Monthly
- Every other week
- Every other month
- Multiple times a week
- As needed
Therapist's note
Loveland Foundation vouchers are only accepted for the Heal the Ages© selected participants. If we do not take your insurance and you still wish to work with us. Visit the Tactful Disruption® website and select a mental health coaching package. After the group ends, all Heal the Ages© participants are locked in at $125 per session after the 30-day and 60-day follow-up.
Therapy Groups
Heal the Ages©
The Tactful Disruption®️ 8-week Heal the Ages©️ program is a transformative journey for individuals seeking personal growth and healing.
Heal the Ages©
The Tactful Disruption®️ 8-week Heal the Ages©️ program is a transformative journey for individuals seeking holistic healing and personal growth.
Heal the Ages©
The Tactful Disruption®️ 8-week Heal the Ages©️ program is a transformative journey designed for individuals seeking personal growth and healing.
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