Affordable Counseling Program (ACP)

As low as $30 a session, ACP is a great counseling service perfect for clients who are uninsured, underinsured, or with unmet high deductibles.

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Let us help you start taking control of your mental health and wellness today!

1 in 5 US adults and 1 in 6 US youth experience mental illness each year yet only less than 50 percent of US adults with mental illness received treatment. The average delay between the onset of mental illness symptoms and treatment is 11 years. (National Alliance on Mental Illness)

If you experience the following signs, you may need a therapist:

Frequent Anxious or intrusive thoughts
Feel overwhelmed
Hopelessness
Social withdrawal
Prolonged rage and anger
Constant fatigue

Excellent Counselling at CMHC Is Affordable

Equal access to excellent mental health care is one of CMHC’s pillars.Most clinicians accept major health insurance and/or offer sliding scales. For those who lack insurance or insurance do not offer adequate mental health coverage, we offer an Affordable Counseling Program (ACP).

We believe everyone one should have access to quality mental health care.

Our Affordable Counseling Program is opento client age 5 and up. Whether underinsured, uninsured or with high unmet deductibles, CMHC provides high-quality counseling services for as low as $30 a session.

Our AffordableCounseling Program clinicians are professionally trained pre-licensed therapists that are under supervision by board-certified clinicians and approved supervisors. They have gone through a rigorous CMHC interview process as other clinicians did. The areas they are focusing on are anxiety, stress management, PTSD, trauma, relationship issues, and anger management.

Our team of therapists offers a non-judgmental, compassionate, and empathetic environment where you can openly talk with trust. We can help you discover yourself, have more fulfilling relationships, and help you achieve your goals.

Maryland Affordable Counselling Program Offers Flexibility

We offer the flexibility to choose the type of therapy that can help you best achieve your goals with convenience. Available options include:

In-person, indoor sessions at our beautiful Towson office
In-person, outdoor and outdoor sessions using our porch/gazebo at the Towson office or one of our nature partner sites around the greater Baltimore area (Baltimore, Towson, Owings Mills, Monkton)
Telehealth Sessions from the comfort of your home

Don’t delay the treatment, request your appointment today. We are here to help!

ACP FAQs

Why choose ACP?

ACP can be a great choice for clients who do not have mental health insurance coverage or have unmet high deductibles. Also, many CMHC clinicians have a long waiting list and mental health should not wait.

Who are the ACP clinicians?

ACP clinicians are pre-licensed clinicians that are under supervision by the board-certified clinicians and approved supervisors. They have gone through a rigorous CMHC interview process as other clinicians.

How do I know the ACP clinicians are good?

All CMHC ACP clinicians are closely supervised by fully licensed therapists. They review and consult with their supervisors on all of their cases.

How much does ACP cost?

As low as $30 per session.

Meet Our ACP
Clinical Interns

Audra Howard Ferguson

Audra is passionate about fostering mental wellness and is currently pursuing her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Johns Hopkins University. Prior to returning to academia, Audra spent over 15 years as a professional nanny, working with families in Los Angeles, New York, and Texas. While she cherished her role supporting children and parents, she felt inspired to pursue a new chapter in her career. Audra's therapeutic approach is informed by a holistic perspective, recognizing the profound connections between mind, body, and spirit. She incorporates mindfulness and nature-based practices, Polyvagal Theory, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Committed to collaborative therapy, Audra partners with her clients, valuing their strengths, personal values, and goals. She tailors her therapeutic methods to meet the unique needs of each individual, creating a personalized path toward mental well-being. In her practice, Audra cultivates a safe, supportive, and compassionate environment where clients feel empowered to explore their inner worlds, grow, and transform.

Shelly Slyker

Shelly embraces a holistic, person-centered approach and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in clinical counseling with Adams State University. With warmth, humility and presence, Shelly collaborates with clients to foster a sense of safety, self-compassion, and awareness of patterns. This foundation creates fertile ground for learning and new possibilities to flourish. Listening deeply, Shelly actively partners with clients to individualize the therapeutic experience in service of their goals. Her unwavering belief in every person’s innate wisdom and capacity for growth supports clients to find their voice, moving past feeling stuck by patterns that no longer serve them.