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Positive Progress Counseling Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD

Positive Progress Counseling Associates

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
1222 SE 47th Street, 217, Cape Coral, FL 33904
Let's Connect (239) 431-3653
Photo of Rick Merillat - Positive Progress Counseling Associates, MSW, LCSW, BCD, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Are you and your partner facing challenges in your relationship? Struggling with constant conflicts? Feeling disconnected and unheard? Wishing for better communication and understanding? Couples Counseling can help! What are the benefits of couples therapy? Resolve conflicts and learn effective strategies to address and overcome disagreements. Enhance Communication: Improve how you and your partner talk and listen to each other. Strengthen Your Bond: Reconnect and deepen your emotional intimacy. In my approach, I will consider everything that makes your relationship unique including your "individual" characteristics.
I am just starting my relationship podcast and invite you to listen to "The Couple's Couch" where I offer communication tips and help you understand the root causes of your relationship issues. You can listen at: capecoralcounselor.com
Healing your relationship is a rewarding journey, and If you're ready to take that first step, contact me for a free 15-minute consult to see how I can help. Individual and couples sessions are offered in the evenings and Saturdays. In-person and secure video counseling sessions are available. Coaching services are available outside of Florida.
Call or Positive Progress Counseling Associates now for a free 15 minute consultation - (239) 431-3653

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Positive Progress Counseling Associates

1222 SE 47th Street

217

Cape Coral, FL 33904

(239) 431-3653
I believe that intimate relationships are the hardest thing we do in life. I have a passion for teaching couples so they can grow together.
I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Relationship Issues and Depression 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Hi I'm Rick! I specialize in marriage and couples counseling. I also see individuals for depression, anxiety, and relationship problems.
Positive Progress Counseling Associates
Let's Connect (239) 431-3653
Photo of Rick Merillat - Positive Progress Counseling Associates, MSW, LCSW, BCD, Clinical Social Work/Therapist

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Positive Progress Counseling Associates

1222 SE 47th Street

217

Cape Coral, FL 33904

(239) 431-3653
I believe that intimate relationships are the hardest thing we do in life. I have a passion for teaching couples so they can grow together.
I specialize in Marital and Premarital, Relationship Issues and Depression 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Hi I'm Rick! I specialize in marriage and couples counseling. I also see individuals for depression, anxiety, and relationship problems.
Positive Progress Counseling Associates

Finances

Fees

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

  • Beacon Health Options | Carelon
  • Medicare
  • Optum
  • PPO, HSA
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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Sadly, most major insurance companies don't cover the cost of a couple's counseling/therapy. The reason is that you must be diagnosed with a "mental health disorder" and treatment must be focused on that specific diagnosis for coverage reimbursement However, there is hope. Contact me to discuss.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (239) 431-3653
Photo of Rick Merillat - Positive Progress Counseling Associates, MSW, LCSW, BCD, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Positive Progress Counseling Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD
"
Sadly, most major insurance companies don't cover the cost of a couple's counseling/therapy. The reason is that you must be diagnosed with a "mental health disorder" and treatment must be focused on that specific diagnosis for coverage reimbursement However, there is hope. Contact me to discuss.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (239) 431-3653
Photo of Rick Merillat - Positive Progress Counseling Associates, MSW, LCSW, BCD, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Positive Progress Counseling Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD

Qualifications

    Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Rick Merillat
  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Florida / SW7100 Rick Merillat
  • In Practice for 25 Years
  • Certificate from State of Florida LCSW SW7100 / 2003
  • Certificate from Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners LCSW-C #2999 / 2017
  • Attended University of Maryland/Baltimore (UMAB), Graduated 1999
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (239) 431-3653
Photo of Rick Merillat - Positive Progress Counseling Associates, MSW, LCSW, BCD, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Positive Progress Counseling Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (239) 431-3653
Photo of Rick Merillat - Positive Progress Counseling Associates, MSW, LCSW, BCD, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Positive Progress Counseling Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Marital and Premarital
  • Relationship Issues
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Anxiety
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Life Transitions
  • Marriage - Couples Counseling
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Veterans
Do these issues align with your needs? or (239) 431-3653
Photo of Rick Merillat - Positive Progress Counseling Associates, MSW, LCSW, BCD, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Positive Progress Counseling Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD
Do these issues align with your needs? or (239) 431-3653
Photo of Rick Merillat - Positive Progress Counseling Associates, MSW, LCSW, BCD, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Positive Progress Counseling Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD

3 Endorsements

Melissa Sue Rosbottom Emdr Certified Therapist
Melissa Sue Rosbottom Emdr Certified Therapist
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
Rick brings more than 20 years of clinical experience to the couples and individuals he works with. He also brings a great sense of humor and warmth to the therapy process. Rick and I have been colleagues for many years. His work is highly respected!

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Gay Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Gay Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Other Racial or Ethnic Background

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Interpersonal
  • Men's Counseling
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (239) 431-3653
Photo of Rick Merillat - Positive Progress Counseling Associates, MSW, LCSW, BCD, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Positive Progress Counseling Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (239) 431-3653
Photo of Rick Merillat - Positive Progress Counseling Associates, MSW, LCSW, BCD, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Positive Progress Counseling Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Positive Progress Counseling Associates

1222 SE 47th Street

217

Cape Coral, FL 33904

(239) 431-3653

Nearby Areas

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I believe that intimate relationships are the hardest thing we do in life. I have a passion for teaching couples so they can grow together.
Call for a free consultation now - (239) 431-3653
Photo of Rick Merillat - Positive Progress Counseling Associates, MSW, LCSW, BCD, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Positive Progress Counseling Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD
"
I believe that intimate relationships are the hardest thing we do in life. I have a passion for teaching couples so they can grow together.
Call for a free consultation now - (239) 431-3653
Photo of Rick Merillat - Positive Progress Counseling Associates, MSW, LCSW, BCD, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Positive Progress Counseling Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD