geometry-shapes iconWomen’s Issues, Life Transition
LGBTQ+ Community ExperienceLGBTQ+ Community Experience
Online in Massachusetts
10 years in practice
Ages served: 14-65+
shield check with plus icon

Accepted insurance & self-pay

Courtney accepts 31 insurers
Aetna
Aetna Medicare Advantage
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna | Evernorth
Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts | BCBS Medicare Advantage (HMO | PPO)
Carelon
Carelon | Medicare Advantage
Compsych
Fallon Health | Medicare Advantage
Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network
First Health Network
Harvard Pilgrim
Humana Medicare Advantage
JP Farley Corporation
Mass General Brigham (Optum)
Medicare Massachusetts
Molina Healthcare Exchange
Multi Plan PHCS
Optum Serve
Oscar Health
Quest Behavioral Health
Railroad Medicare
Tricare East | Out of Network Provider
Tufts Health Plan
Tufts Health Plan Medicare Advantage
UMR
United Healthcare | Optum
United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage
Uprise EAP
SELF-PAY COSTS
Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.
$240
first session
$195
subsequent sessions
About Provider

About Courtney

Courtney Council is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Master's in Clinical Mental Health and a second Master’s in the Art of Teaching. She specializes in relationships, LGBTQIA+ issues, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). Courtney has been committed to providing significant services for individuals. She believes in providing a safe space, to express and explore emotions as they relate to daily experiences. Through the use of self-exploration activities and interventions, Courtney facilitates an environment where you are free to discover or create your ideal self.


Courtney’s clinical experience includes direct work on inpatient units for adults, children, and adolescents. Courtney has worked at the only mental hospital for children in the state of Virginia as an activity therapist providing therapeutic interventions for a wide range of diagnoses. Courtney has provided in-the-moment interventions for school-age children that support regulation and reintegration. Courtney has also worked as an intensive care coordinator which enables her to pay specific detail to resources and wrap-around care. Through her diverse experience with groups and individuals, Courtney has been responsible for implementing many interventions that create an enhanced understanding of diagnoses, impart effective coping skills to manage symptoms, and increase one’s ability to self-regulate.


Courtney is practically passionate about supporting others to reach their full potential. Through the use of resources, she empowers in a nonjudgmental environment. Courtney’s person-centered and strength-based approach makes her suitable to the client who is driven but feels stuck or unsure where to start. Those clients navigating the challenges of adversity experiences could benefit from Courtney’s specific skill set. 

chats icon

Get to know Courtney

Why did you decide to become a counselor?

I wanted to help others develop the skills to balance and maintain challenges as they arise. 

What types of clients do you work with best?

Motivated clients who are ready for change.

What’s one thing you wish all clients knew?

You can- end of story! 

What inspires you?

The women around me and the strength they display.

What can clients expect in their first session with you?

Compassion and a positive attitude.

What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?

Building rapport in a safe space.

What do you do for fun/on your time off?

Go near the ocean.

What’s one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?

Artist 

Read more
Lady on bicycle icon

Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesWomen’s Issues, Life Transition, LGBTQIA+, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Relationships, Anxiety
ApproachesPerson-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, Attachment-Based, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBCT)
Academic cap icon

Education and training

Years in practice
10 years
Graduating institute
Suffolk University
Graduating degree
Masters of Science in Mental Health Counseling
magnify glass with eyes icon

Additional details

Languages spoken by this provider
English
file icon
NPI number1063991487
practice location icon
State of practiceMA
license card icon
License number12057
Practice location

Practice information

gold medal icon

Publications, Accomplishments & Awards

Licensed Teacher K-6 In VA - January 2021

Book your first session

What type of counseling would you like?
Select...
Courtney is available for Video visits.
Want help booking? 
Existing client? and rebook
Courtney Council's profile image

Courtney Council

Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)she/her