YES, YOU CAN TALK ABOUT IT.
Our Approach
1
Who We Are.
This time will be used to address any questions or concerns you may have regarding Black Seed Alliance interventions and community outreach initiatives. This is also a brief session to discuss your BSA benefits and how our tribe can best serve you.
2
Personalized & Community Sessions.
Whether you or your community are facing mental, emotional, behavioral, spiritual, or environmental hardship, our sessions will provide empowering tools for you to embrace your resources and execute your next best move. This is a support session for clients who have pressing issues that need to be processed in a brief timeframe or with strategy.
3
Execute & Empower.
This is a safe space for like-minded and hearted individuals. As leaders of our communities, it is our mission and priority to advocate and act on the mental health rights of ourselves.
As a Black Seed Alliance Client, our goal is to represent an internal quality improvement for communities through developmental, cultural, and ethical action in mental health advocacy.
FAQs
How do I start?
It all begins with a conversation. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to vent and get out of your head. Or maybe you have a desire to live a healthier and more fulfilling life. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story and redefine yourself can make all the difference.
How do alignment sessions work?
Sessions are 35 or 65 minutes in length. The last 5 minutes are used to schedule the next alignment session. During both the brief and full alignment sessions, we utilize the time by assessing reasons for seeking support. A scope is defined to develop your plan for moving forward and measuring progress.
Does BSA accept insurance?
Insurance will not cover sessions. Our clients are self-pay. All balances must be paid in full in order for a follow up session to be scheduled.
How long will I need alignment sessions? How often will I need to schedule?
Alignment session duration and frequency depends on the client and the priority of their goals. After the initial consultation a better idea can be given to how frequent the sessions will need to be. On average, newer clients schedule 2 sessions/week. This is recommended. The progress, participation and consistency of the client attending sessions will help to determine the duration needed.
What is the late cancellation/no show policy?
If clients do not cancel within 24 hours of their appointment time they will be charged $35. If a client same day cancels or no shows for their session they will be charged the full session rate of $45. All client balances must be paid in full in order for a follow appointment to be scheduled. New clients who no show/late cancel will not be rescheduled for a future session (This will be at the discretion of the alliance lead). We send out 48 hour appointment reminders and offer multiple ways to cancel appointments to make this fee avoidable for clients. However this policy is strictly enforced.
What if I have an emergency or crisis outside of hours or sessions?
We are not immediately accessible outside of sessions or 24/7. Therefore if you have a mental health crisis or emergency you should call 911, the Georgia Crisis and Access Line at 1-800-715-4225 or go to your nearest Emergency Room.
Are alignment sessions 100% confidential?
Yes alignment sessions are 100% confidential however there are a few exceptions to this which include:
(a) As mandated reporters: if you mention you are in any way abusing/ neglecting a minor or the elderly this will be reported to the respective departments under The Department of Health & Human Services.
(b) If you mention you have a plan and intentions to harm yourself or anyone else. To ensure the safety of all as it is a duty to take appropriate action to prevent harm and protect citizens and clients.