Hello! My name is Nick Meister and I am the founder and owner of Lapis Counseling. I have worked in the mental health field for seven years, spanning from community mental health to private practice, providing supervision and as an agency director.
My passion is helping those who are survivors of trauma who are struggling with PTSD, Complex PTSD and Dissociative Disorders. I have significant training in the use of Trauma Focused - CBT and EMDR to help clients better understand themselves, their symptoms and heal from their experiences to feel whole again.
I also have significant training and experience working with clients who are struggling with anxiety, relationship stress, and ADHD. As a neurodivergent therapist myself, I understand personally the impact that ADHD has upon all areas of life and my goal is to help clients understand how their brain works and improve their quality of life by learning more about themselves and how they function best, as authentically as possible!
Coming to counseling is such a brave first step, and is one that is always worth the courage it takes to get started. I pride myself on being a warm, direct and interactive therapist so that you feel supported and challenged throughout our work together.
I look forward to working with you!
I received my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Akron in 2018 and am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with Supervisor Designation, with six years of experience. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina, as well!
Rates and insurance
Private-pay rates
If you do not have insurance coverage or insurance that I am not in network with, you can pay privately for your services.
You also can check to see if your insurance has out-of-network benefits, and I can provide a super-bill for you to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.
Price adjustment is available based upon income.
Self-Pay Rates:
Initial Assessment: $135
Individual Counseling: $125
In-network insurances
Insurance accepted for clients in Ohio:
Aetna
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna
Oscar
Oxford
Quest Behavioral Health
UMR
United Healthcare | UBH
Insurances accepted for clients in South Carolina:
Aetna
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna
Quest Behavioral Health
No show and late cancellation policy
Any appointment that is missed or is cancelled with less than 24 hours notice will incur a no show or late cancel fee, which is the same price as an individual counseling session. An appointment can be considered a “no show” if you have not shown up for your appointment within 15 minutes of the start time.
Of course life happens, and exceptions are granted for emergent situations and other unforeseen and uncontrollable circumstances, which is at your clinician’s discretion. Please communicate these as soon as you know and are able!
Licensure and Certifications
It is important to me that you know who you are working with and have the necessary information easily accessible, so I have listed relevant information here about my licensure and training certifications. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask!
ADHD - Certified Clinical Services Provider
Issued By Evergreen Certificates
ID: ADHD-CCSP 527185
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with Supervisor Designation
Issued by CSWMFT Board of Ohio
License Number: E.2001824-SUPV
Website: https://cswmft.ohio.gov
EMDR Trained Clinician
Issued by Sonoma Psychotherapy Training Institute in 2022
Licensed Professional Counselor
Issued by South Carolina Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors
License Number: LPC.9842
Website: https://llr.sc.gov/cou/
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional - Level II
Issued by Evergreen Certificates
ID: CCTP 386859
get in touch!
Phone: (614) 689-0700
Fax: (614) 689-0750
Email: lapis.counseling@gmail.com
Mailing Address: 1747 Olentangy River Road #1403, Columbus, Ohio 43212
Location: All services are provided via telehealth to clients located in Ohio and South Carolina.