This is how we empower
Our Story:
Empower Psychotherapy Mental Health Counseling, PLLC, was founded in 2023 by Meaghan Confer, the owner, and a licensed mental health counselor. Meaghan aims to provide inclusive, and high-quality mental health therapy, that is founded on the concept of meeting people where they are and empowering clients to be their most authentic selves.
Meaghan has experience working in community and private practice settings, providing therapy and advocacy services. Meaghan began her career supporting domestic violence survivors through solution-focused counseling and advocacy services aimed at helping survivors receive the care they need in medical and court systems. Through this experience, Meaghan was trained in trauma-informed care and developed a passion for empowering others to build a life where they feel safe and empowered. Meaghan now helps clients who are struggling with their self-esteem, anxiety, and identity (including LGBTGEQIAP+ identities), find agency in defining who they are, and build confidence in the worth they inherently have as their true selves. Meaghan enjoys partnering with clients to examine the external messages that have shaped their views of themselves, restructure negative self-beliefs, and develop healthy coping skills.
Meaghan Confer, LMHC-D, NCC, MS
Owner & Mental Health Counselor
Our mission:
We are dedicated to empowering the individuals we serve, from our clients to our communities. We firmly believe in providing unwavering support and encouragement, ensuring that everyone we work with has the tools they need to achieve their definition of success.
We are proud to say that at Empower Psychotherapy Mental Health Counseling, PLLC, we are dedicated to our mission of empowering individuals to live their most authentic lives. We understand the importance of honoring each person's unique lived experiences and work tirelessly to create a safe and supportive environment for everyone. You can trust that you will receive the care and attention you need to achieve your goals and live your best life.
About Meaghan
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About Meaghan 〰️
Meaghan Confer (She/her), LMHC-D, NCC, MS
Mental Health Counselor
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LMHC-D: Licensed Mental Health Counselor with diagnostic privilege
NCC: National Certified Counselor
MS: Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
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Anxiety
Self-esteem
Identity exploration
LGBTGEQIAP+
Life transitions
ADHD
Individual therapy only
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Trauma informed: Meaghan is trained in trauma informed care, and uses this training to meet each client where they are in that moment
Collaborative: Meaghan believes each client has agency in defining their goals, and what they need to get there, while Meaghan serves as a guide and at times educator on how client can achieve their goals.
Strength-based: Working with Meaghan will be focused on identifying and expanding on your personal strengths, to help you reach your goals.
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Private pay pricing:
Sliding scale
$115.00-$150.00 per session
Insurance (Copay/Coinsurance verified by Alma):
Aetna
UnitedHealthcare
Anthem BCBS (Formerly Empire BCBS)
Cigna
Oxford Health Plans
Oscar
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Sessions available via telehealth (Zoom or phone call) in New York state only. (due to professional licensing requirements).
Offers a free 15-minute consultation before deciding to work together.
The first appointment is a 1-hour intake. Additional sessions are 50 minutes long.
What does empowerment mean to me?
“Empowerment is about knowing you are worth the strength it takes to push through the fear, the doubt, the imposter syndrome, and take charge to create and live a life that is authentically you. Empowerment is trusting that what you need to feel safe, loved, supported, happy, thriving, etc is unique and is right because it is yours, and you can create this life for yourself.”
Interests
Video games (Sims, Skyrim, Fallout, etc!)
Hiking
Trying new restaurants/cuisines