Business Details
Trusted Mental Health Counseling Services in Fort Wayne, IN
At LifeWorks Counseling, we are dedicated to partnering with individuals, couples, families, and communities to foster transformative change through compassionate mental health care. Founded on Christian principles, our approach integrates holistic wellness that addresses mind, body, spirit, and relationships while respecting diverse cultural and spiritual backgrounds. Our team of licensed professionals combines clinical expertise with personalized care, creating safe spaces for clients to explore challenges and build resilience. We prioritize confidentiality and trust, ensuring clients feel supported throughout their healing journey. With multiple Indiana locations, we offer accessible services including EMDR therapy, premarital counseling, and family systems work.Our administrative team streamlines the process from initial contact, assisting with insurance navigation and scheduling. We maintain in-network partnerships with major insurers while providing sliding-scale fees based on household income to ensure financial accessibility. Recognizing that healing begins with the first step, we emphasize proactive outreach and community collaboration to expand mental health resources. Our clinicians' specialized training in trauma-informed care and evidence-based modalities positions us to address complex psychological needs. Committed to ethical practice, we uphold professional standards while maintaining flexibility to meet clients where they are in their personal growth journey.
Services
Individual Counseling
Couples Therapy
Family Counseling
EMDR Therapy
Trauma Recovery
Premarital Counseling
Child & Adolescent Services
Group Therapy
Faith-Based Counseling
Insurance Verification
Highlights and features
- Faith-integrated counseling with licensed trauma specialists
- Sliding-scale fees based on household income and family size
- EMDR-trained clinicians for trauma recovery expertise
- Comprehensive insurance verification and billing assistance
- Community partnerships expanding mental health accessibility
What people say
Transformative therapy experience
EMDR specialists highly effective
Affordable payment options
Supportive environment
Professional staff
Services
Individual Counseling
Tailored mental health treatment addressing anxiety, depression, and trauma. Our clinicians use evidence-based approaches to help clients develop coping strategies and achieve personal growth goals. Sessions focus on creating safe spaces for self-exploration while respecting each individual's unique background and beliefs.
EMDR Therapy
Specialized trauma treatment using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. This evidence-based modality helps clients process distressing memories and reduce symptoms of PTSD. Our EMDR-certified therapists guide clients through structured protocols to achieve emotional healing and resilience.
Couples Counseling
Partnership-focused therapy improving communication and conflict resolution. We address relationship challenges through collaborative sessions that foster mutual understanding and strengthen emotional connections while respecting both partners' perspectives and goals.
Premarital Counseling
Structured sessions preparing couples for marriage. This program covers communication skills, conflict management, and shared values exploration to build strong relationship foundations through guided discussions and practical exercises.
Family Systems Therapy
Holistic approach addressing family dynamics and interpersonal relationships. Our therapists work with multiple family members to improve communication patterns, resolve conflicts, and strengthen support systems through systemic interventions and skill-building exercises.
People
Amy Jo Aldrich
Founder & Clinical Supervisor
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with EMDR certification. 20+ years experience in trauma recovery and clinical supervision. Specializes in integrating faith with evidence-based practices.
Dr. Mackenzie Rice
Clinical Director
Doctor of Clinical Psychology with expertise in trauma-informed care. Oversees clinical programming and professional development for counseling staff across all locations.
Carly Hawks
Director of Operations
Manages day-to-day operations and insurance coordination. 15 years experience in behavioral health administration with focus on client access and service delivery optimization.
Sharon Miley
Lead Clinical Supervisor
EMDR-certified therapist with advanced training in trauma recovery. Provides clinical oversight and specialized care for complex cases across multiple office locations.
Jodi Behling
Lead Office Manager
Coordinates administrative operations and client services. Ensures smooth scheduling and paperwork processing for over 50 clinicians across five Indiana locations.
Questions
What mental health specialties do you offer?
We specialize in trauma recovery (including EMDR therapy), relationship counseling, family systems work, and faith-integrated care for anxiety, depression, and life transitions.
Do you accept insurance?
Yes, we work with most major insurers including Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, and Medicaid. Contact us for verification and benefits check before your first appointment.
How are therapy fees determined?
Fees depend on clinician credentials: Master's level ($225-250) or Doctoral level ($250-275). We offer income-based sliding scale rates and require tax documentation for adjusted fee applications.
What if I need urgent mental health support?
While we don't provide crisis services, we maintain referral partnerships with local emergency resources. Contact our office during business hours for immediate care coordination.
How do I start counseling?
Call or email our administrative team to discuss your needs. We'll help select a clinician, verify insurance, and schedule your initial session within 1-2 weeks.
Are services available for non-Christian clients?
Yes, we serve all clients regardless of faith background. Spiritual integration only occurs at client request, with clinicians respecting diverse beliefs and traditions.
Reviews (3)
Katlyn Hart
Dec 02, 2021
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Had some communication about being on a wait list a year ago. Was supposed to be two or three months and I never heard from them again. Went through all of the effort to get them the information they needed from me; and they ghosted me.
J. G.
Aug 26, 2021
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I was told great things, but the scheduling has been a nightmare. I have registration emails that never appear and leave messages ahead time so I could keep an appointment. I moved a lot of other appointments around to obtain one with the therapist and it was cancelled with little regard. The therapists may be great but the whole system needs to be great from beginning to end.
Bethany
Jun 27, 2018
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Fantastic! Sincere, caring therapists. They strive to find the best fit. They actually care about you and pay attention to what you say! Best place I have been!
