Associated Counseling Group

Associated Counseling Group was established in May 2003 with the desire to provide Fremont and its surrounding communities with quality mental health care services. Our counselors are dedicated to assisting individuals and families in making positive changes in their lives. With over 30+ years of expertise, our team of experienced and knowledgeable counselors have the training and knowledge to help individuals overcome life's challenges.

Our Services

At Associated Counseling Group, we offer a wide range of services to cater to the diverse needs of our clients. Our services include:

• Individual Therapy: We offer individual therapy sessions for adults, children, and adolescents to address various issues such as depression, anxiety, and chronic illness.
• Family Therapy: Our family therapy sessions help families work through issues and improve their relationships.
• Marriage and Couples Therapy: We provide counseling services for couples to strengthen their relationships and resolve conflicts.
• Chemical Addictions Counseling: We offer counseling services for individuals struggling with addiction.
• Domestic Violence Counseling: Our counselors provide support and guidance for individuals affected by domestic violence.

Our Counselors

Our team of experienced counselors is comprised of:

• Melissa Sharp, MS, LMHP: Melissa has over 17 years of experience in individual and family therapy. She specializes in individual therapy, marriage/couples therapy, family therapy, depression-related issues, and individual child therapy (utilizing play therapy).
• Mark Renner, MS, LMHP, CPC: Mark has over 16 years of experience in individual and family therapy. He specializes in marriage/couples therapy, adolescent therapy, severe or chronic illness-related issues, behavioral issues in all age groups, chemical education classes, anger management, and domestic abuse issues and victims' services.

Forms

We use the following forms to assess and structure patient care:

• Telehealth Consent: A consent form for telehealth services.
• Consent to Treatment: A consent form for treatment.
• Insurance Information: A form to collect insurance information.
• Payment Policy & Billing Practices Statement: A form outlining our payment policy and billing practices.
• Statement of Pre-Treatment Assessment: A form used during the pre-treatment assessment process.
• Clients' Rights and Responsibilities: A form outlining clients' rights and responsibilities.
• Notice of Privacy Practices: A form outlining our privacy practices.
• Cancellations or Rescheduling of Appointments: A form for canceling or rescheduling appointments.
• Chemical Evaluation: A form used during chemical evaluations.

FAQs

Common questions to ask when selecting a therapist include:

• What expertise do they have with my type of problem?
• What do they think is usually the cause of most people's problems?
• What is their fee?
• What would my appointment schedule be?

By considering these questions, you can find a therapist who is a good fit for your needs.