Jon P. Costales, Ed.S., LPC, NCC

In-Network with Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, Humana, Tricare, UHC & Medicare

It is my personal creed that we are capable of resolving our own challenges. However, sometimes resolution requires guidance and learning new ways of approaching problems. As we venture down this journey of life we must decide which path is best for ourselves. My goal is to help guide you on this journey with authenticity, straight answers, and honest exchanges. I understand how difficult it can be to open the door to new experiences, and at time trust others. I approach therapy with empathy, honesty and a nonjudgmental attitude. I respect the client’s choice to explore as far as they feel comfortable, while recognizing that some topics require more time and trust than others. I use humor and openness to help develop an empowering therapeutic relationship.

I have worked with children for over 18 years and understand the challenges of managing trauma, ADHD, Autism, Learning Disabilities, low self-esteem, and managing social interaction in a school setting. I also understand that parents need support as the child’s struggles. Additionally, I specialize in unresolved trauma or abuse.

My Theoretical orientation is a combination Client Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Creating a positive and safe environment is essential to create a place where clients feel safe to work on personal difficulties. The CBT is terrific when working on managing unwanted behaviors or feelings. It is goal focused and encourages getting clear information to assess successes and progress.

Theoretical Orientation: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Client Focused Therapy

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What do all those initials mean following each therapist’s name?

ACS - Approved Clinical Supervisor

CAP - Certified Addictions Professional

CRC - Certified Rehabilitation Counselor

Ed.D. - Doctor of Education

Ed.S. - Education Specialist

LAPC - Licensed Associate Professional Counselor

LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor

M.Ed. - Master of Education

MS - Master of Science

NCC - National Certified Counselor

As your therapists, what are Canton Counseling’s goals for you?

Our goal is to provide a safe place to work through whatever is standing in the way of you being the best person you can be. We believe that while our clients are working hard, we are there to be people that challenges them to dig deeper and a cheerleader to give them the encouragement to continue to move forward.

The law protects the privacy of all communications between a client and a psychotherapist. In most situations, we can only release information about your treatment to others if you sign a written authorization form that meets certain legal requirements imposed by HIPAA.

There are some situations in which we are legally obligated to take actions and may have to reveal some information about your treatment. These situations are most unusual in our practice. However, we are required to report any evidence of child abuse, strong suspicions of child abuse and/or neglect. We are also mandated to report abuse of handicapped or elderly persons. If we determine that a client presents a serious danger of violence to another, we may be required to take protective actions. These actions may include notifying the potential victim, and/or contacting the police, and/or seeking hospitalization for the client. Finally, if in our judgment, we feel any person is a serious and immediate risk of harming him/herself, we will break confidentiality to ensure the safety of our client. We will notify other family members or the police in order to maintain safety.

If such a situation arises, we will make every effort to fully discuss it with you before taking any action and we will limit our disclosure to what is necessary.

While this written summary of exceptions to confidentiality should prove helpful in informing you about potential problems, it is important that we discuss any questions or concerns that you may have now or in the future. The laws governing confidentiality can be quite complex, and since we are not attorneys, we are not at liberty to give legal advice. In situations where specific advice is required, formal legal advice may be needed.

Please note when we work with kids and adolescents, parents have the right to any and all information regarding their child. Because the presence of trust is important in the therapeutic relationship between your child and the therapist, it is generally best that we do not share specifics of individual sessions with you. However, you have the right and responsibility to question and understand the nature of your child’s treatment and the progress being made. If your child is able to understand the issues of confidentiality, we will discuss with him/her the type of information that will be shared with you. If you have any objections to the manner in which information is shared with you regarding you child, we will need to address and resolve those concerns before therapy begins.

If you will be utilizing your insurance benefits for mental health coverage please review our Payment page for a list of in-network insurance companies and mental health professionals that may be specific to an insurance company.