About
New Beginnings Counseling Services PLLC is a private practice dedicated to providing a continuum of care to families seeking social-emotional support for children and adolescents experiencing complex behavioral needs. Led by Dr. Diona R. Shelton, a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience, the practice offers individual, family, and group therapy sessions, as well as education and advocacy services. With a focus on client-centered and evidence-based approaches, New Beginnings Counseling Services aims to help individuals, groups, and families achieve their personal goals and navigate the educational system to better support their loved ones. The practice is located in Troy, IL, and serves children and adolescents aged 8 and up, as well as adults with developmental disabilities and severe mental health disorders. Dr. Shelton's expertise includes working with individuals on the Autism Spectrum and families with unique challenges. She is licensed by the state of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation and the Missouri Department of Professional Registration, and holds membership with the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP).
Insurance & payment
New Beginnings Counseling Services PLLC accepts Aetna, Anthem, BlueCross and BlueShield, Cigna and Evernorth, Optum, United Medical Resources (UMR), and UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH insurance plans.
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Cigna
- Optum
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
Listed fee: $160 per session, I accept insurance. Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Individual Therapy
One-on-one therapy to individuals in treating severe mental health disorders.
Family Therapy
Support and therapeutic services to families to better understand the complex needs of their loved one while balancing life demands.
Clinical Supervision for Licensure
Clinical supervision is offered to mental health professionals who are seeking to earn hours to meet the requirements for clinical licensure.
Education & Advocacy
Educating caretakers on their child's development and/or diagnosis and helping them to navigate the educational system to better support their loved one.