Website
https://thewordhouse.com/
Cynthia Clay
CP (Clinical Psychologist)
About
I have been a licensed psychologist since 1995 after completing Master’s Degree from Marshall University in Huntington, WV in 1989. From the beginning of my career I have been blessed to be in situations which provided an opportunity to blend my clinical skills and experience with my faith base. Becoming a psychologist and working as a therapist are central to my self identity as well as God’s plan and purpose for my life.
Being able to meet clients where they are cognitively, emotionally and spiritually allows for a comprehensive approach to mental health, well being and restoration in all areas.
To clients who come with an existing faith base, I encourage use of scriptures and rely on spiritual practices to assist with their healing journey, whether the issues are personal/internal, interpersonal or trauma/loss based. I am open to and accepting of working with clients of varying levels of faith, spiritual traditions or denominations as well as clients who do not profess a faith base and do not wish to pursue such as part of therapy.
Provider details
Clinician's Sex/Gender
Female
Handicap Accessible
Yes
Cities
- Huntington
Counties
- Cabell
ZIPs
- 25701
Teleheath
Yes
Which state(s) do you offer Telehealth
- WV
Psychological Evaluations (Psychologists)
- 60 min
Individual Sessions
- 50-60 min
Other Sessions
- Family Sessions
- Telehealth
Psychological Testing
No
Ages
- Toddler – Preschool (2-5)
- Child (6-11)
- Preteen (11-12)
- Adolescent (13-17)
- Adult (18-70)
Special Populations
- Healthcare Workers
- Pastors/Missionaries and their spouse/children
- Ministry Leaders
- Disabled
- Pregnant
Talk Therapies
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),
- Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness
- Interpersonal Therapy
Experiential Therapies
- Play Therapy
- Art Therapy
Strengths
- Abuse (childhood)
- Abuse (current)
- ADHD
- Adoption
- Anxiety
Agree with the AACC Doctrinal Statement
Yes
Do you agree with the AACC Ethical Position
Yes
Biblical Integration – Verbally integrating Biblical principles, passages, doctrines, stories, and information into your treatment session
Yes
Do you utilize homework’s assignments for patients to do in between sessions?
No
What type of treatment approach do you utilize most frequently?
- Solution focused approach
How direct is your approach with patients?
- I share my insights, opinions, views and expertise with the patient even though they might be contrary to what the patient is thinking
- I share my insights, opinions, views and expertise with the patient
Cost Per Session
Evaluations
60 min $300
Individual Sessions
60 min $275
Evaluations
Payment Methods Accepted
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
- Other
Accepted Insurance Plans
- Blue Cross
- Medicaid
- UMR
Do you accept payment plans
Yes
Do you provide or work with an organization that provides loans for treatment
No
Educational History
- School:Marshall University
- Degree:Undergrad
- School:Marshall University
- Degree:Masters Degree
Years In Practice
37
License Numbers
- Name:State License
- Number:631
- State:
- WV
Professional Associations
- American Psychological Association
Do you agree that counseling is not fully Christian if a counselor’s faith shapes their posture but not their methods?
No
Why?
In the case of a client who does not profess to be Christian or seeking a Christian oriented intervention, methods may be different for the client open to/requesting that scripture and spiritual guidance be a part of the therapy process.
Do you agree that the deepest personal help a person needs cannot be fully received apart from faith in Christ, even through counseling?
Yes
Do you agree that Scripture speaks authoritatively to the deepest roots of human problems?
Yes
Do you agree that it is not appropriate to support or affirm a client’s chosen course of action when it conflicts with Scripture, even in the name of autonomy?
No
Why?
I agree with this in general. However, if the client comes to me not seeking Christian therapy or integration of faith with their therapy, I would be bound ethically to respect their views and choices. However, at times this may lead to a discussion of possible conflict of interest and/or that our disparate views may result in client being referred to a therapist who may more consistently share their views/morals.
Do you agree that people do not possess all the internal resources needed for truth and healing apart from God, regardless of insight, support, or time?
Yes
