About Lapis Counseling

Lapis Counseling was founded in 2024 and is dedicated to the wellness of all persons seeking support and mental health services, and all persons are welcome here!

My vision is to help clients explore and accept all parts of themselves, so that you can better embody and live out your truth; the truth of who you are that leads to living an authentic and fulfilling life.

My passion is helping those who are survivors of trauma who are living with post-traumatic stress, including PTSD, Complex PTSD, and dissociative disorders. It can be difficult to find a therapist who is the right fit and who has the knowledge and skills to help those who are recovering from post-traumatic stress.

Through a combination of multiple modalities, including trauma focused-cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavioral techniques, mindfulness strategies, cognitive processing therapy and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), we will work together to help you understand all parts of yourself so that you are able to feel whole.

I also have significant experience helping adults who struggle with:

ADHD

Anxiety

Depression

Mood disorders

Self-injury

Emotional abuse

Physical abuse

Sexual abuse

Relationship distress and concerns

Phase of life stressors

LGBTQIA+ Issues

 

At Lapis Counseling, we only work with clients who are 18+, and all services are provided via telehealth through HIPAA compliant platforms.

EMDR is provided remotely through the use of our telehealth platform in combination with bilateralstimulation.io, which hosts the remote bilateral stimulation that is required for EMDR. I have used remote EMDR with many clients and they have found the process to be just as effective as in person!

About Nick Meister

Nick Meister, LPCC-S;

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 in Ohio and a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina.

I have seven years of experience working in the mental health field, and my experiences span community mental health and private practice, as a clinician, supervisor and as a clinical director.

I am queer and neurodivergent, which allows me to better understand, relate and help persons who are struggling with ADHD and LGBTQIA+ concerns.

Nick Meister, LPCC-S (he/him)

Services Provided

At Lapis Counseling, we know that everyone’s journey toward healing is different and requires various approaches in therapy. Therapy sessions are rooted in evidence-based practices and are tailored to meet your specific needs. I pride myself on being a warm, interactive, and empathetic clinician, allowing me to understand and meet you where you are. Together, we can work toward accomplishing your goals.

I offer individual counseling as well as couples counseling!

Rates and Insurance

My goal is to make sure that therapy is as accessible as possible, for all persons, and we have multiple options to help accomplish this goal!

For insurance coverage, you will find a list of insurances that we are in-network with below. I am also able to provide you with a super-bill if we are out of network so that you can utilize any out of network benefits.

I also offer self-pay rates, including sliding scale opportunities based upon your income (if applicable).

Self-Pay Rates

Initial Assessment: $135

Individual Counseling: $125/hour

Couples Counseling: $150/hour

Insurances Accepted

For clients in Ohio:

Aetna

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield

Carelon Behavioral Health

Cigna and Evernorth

Oscar

Oxford

Quest Behavioral Health

UMR

United Healthcare | UBH

For clients in South Carolina:

Aetna

Carelon Behavioral Health

Cigna and Evernorth

Quest Behavioral Health

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

Contact

Let’s connect!

Phone: (614) 689-0700

Fax: (614) 689-0750

Email: nmeister@lapiscounseling.com

Mailing Address:

1747 Olentangy River Road #1403

Columbus, Ohio 43212

Location: Virtual Only; serving clients in Ohio and South Carolina.

Send a message to get more information, to request a free initial 15 minute consultation or to set up an appointment!

Appointments are available in the mornings and afternoons, Monday through Friday!