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Why Therapy? FAQ's

"I need an affordable couples therapist near me."

 Virtual sessions allow you to select the therapist who fits you best. If you prefer in-person sessions, the office is located in Seminole located in the Tampa Bay region.

Rise Above Counseling makes counseling affordable by partnering with Mentaya, a service that streamlines getting reimbursed for your therapy sessions through out-of-network benefits. Check it out by signing up for Mentaya: https://mentaya.com/patients

"I need a therapist who takes my insurance."

Rise Above Counseling accepts Aetna and United. 

"I'm a Christian and want a therapist who understands my faith and is qualified."

Jacqueline Sager is a Christian who is also a counselor. She welcomes all people, regardless of faith, into her office. She has a BA from Wheaton College, a Christian liberal arts school in Chicago. She completed her graduate degree from Webster University and interned at Suncoast Center in St. Petersburg.

"I'm constantly anxious about my marriage and I don't know what to do."

Rise Above Counseling Services offers the Gottman Method for couples counseling. Jacqueline is Level 1 trained in Gottman Method. The method is widely respected and is based on research. To learn more, check out this article on the Gottman Method from the American Psychological Association. 

"I need a marriage intensive or retreat near me; couples therapy doesn't seem like enough."

Jacqueline Sager will be offering marriage intensives in January 2027. Get in touch to reserve your place.