Sacred Space (2020), Nicole Kent. Collage, gel pen, ink, watercolor, and gouache on Bristol paper.
I invite you to take the next step into the “Silence of Space.” Within the session shared by therapist and client, we find a sacred space that anchors us and fosters a safe, supportive alliance.
About
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Welcome to Silence of Space Counseling LLC!
Nicole Kent, M.A., ATR, LPC, is the owner of Silence of Space Counseling LLC, a registered art therapist, and a licensed professional counselor. She currently provides virtual outpatient telehealth therapy throughout Pennsylvania only.
I want you to feel at ease here. Therapy should feel inviting, not intimidating. Our secure, simple telehealth platform makes it easy; before each appointment, I'll send you a private link for your phone, tablet, or computer—no tech headaches, just click and connect. All you need is a confidential space and a decent internet connection. I meet you where you are, both physically and emotionally. There’s no need for stiff intros or awkward small talk. It’s just us, showing up as ourselves, ready to share real moments and do meaningful work together.
Creativity, collaboration, and compassion are at the heart of my approach, so our sessions are never one-size-fits-all. I blend trauma-focused care with emotionally focused techniques, somatic practices, art therapy, research and practical tools. Right from the start, we’ll chat about what you want out of therapy and which approach(es) feel right to you. Each session, you’re in the driver’s seat—you get to decide how you want to show up. Maybe you need to talk things through after a rough week, or maybe you’d like to try something hands-on, like art or gentle grounding exercises. You can switch things up, mix and match, or stick with what feels most comfortable. No art skills or fancy supplies required—just a willingness to explore and be open. Every session is tailored to what you need most, right now. My person-centered approach is tailored to your unique story, drawing on training in trauma care, HeartMath. DBT, play therapy, Gottman Couples Counseling, and more to help you feel heard, valued, and empowered to grow.
I love working with adult and teen individuals, couples, and families who are searching for more than just a quick fix. This journey is about honest growth, real self-discovery, and building genuine connections. I’m deeply invested in this work, but it matters most when you are, too. Think of me as your steady supporter, creative guide, and wing woman. I am here as you face life's ups and downs. My hope is that you leave each session feeling truly seen, genuinely heard, and a little kinder to yourself as you do the hard work.
Big ideas, real impact.
Here, creativity meets opportunity. We're here to help you take the first step in therapy with confidence. Let’s create something meaningful together!
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In individual telehealth sessions, there’s no judgment—just an open invitation for you to join me, even (and especially) when things feel uncomfortable. We’ll talk through the tough stuff together: the obstacles, the broken bridges, the barriers that keep you from feeling like your best self. Whether you’re dealing with something that’s weighed on you for years, a piece of your past you’re finally ready to face, or a recent event that’s thrown you off track, I’m here to listen. My goal is to help you use therapy as a practical tool—something real and honest—to move forward in the direction you want to go.
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If you were to ask me about how I support couples therapy, I’d be honest: I lean heavily on the Gottman Method. I’ve completed Level 1 training and keep building on that foundation through ongoing education, because I believe relationships deserve the best, science-backed care available. In our telehealth sessions, I’ll help you and your partner strengthen your friendship, communicate more openly, and tackle conflict together with real tools—not just theory. My goal is to create a space where both of you feel heard, understood, and empowered to move forward as a team.
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You don’t need to be an artist—or even in the same room as me—to benefit from art therapy. That’s what makes it such a unique and flexible approach. Art therapy is never about making a masterpiece; it’s about the process, about letting your feelings out, and about what comes up for you as we work together. Maybe it’s a word, a memory, a sensation—whatever it is, it matters! I always encourage you to feel proud of what you create, and I’m genuinely honored to make art alongside you. My goal is to meet you exactly where you are—restrictions, limitations, and all—and help you use art to express yourself authentically.
You can find out more about art therapy here: https://arttherapy.org/about-art-therapy/
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We accept insurance! We are paneled with the following insurance companies: Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Highmark, Optum, UnitedHealthcare, Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and Oscar Health.
Joint Couples/Family Sessions are $170 per 53-60 minute appointment.
Couple/Family Psychotherapy without patient present are $150 per 53-60 minute appointment.
Individual Sessions are $150 per 53-60 minute appointment.
Individual Sessions are $100 per 45 minute appointment.
Individual Sessions are $70 per 30 minute appointment.
All major credit & debit cards are accepted. This also includes FSA and HSA cards.
We accept self pay clients.
We can provide a superbill for potential out-of-network reimbursement.
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The No Surprises Act protects patients from unexpected medical bills by banning surprise charges for emergency and certain out-of-network care. You have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate explaining expected medical costs before you get care, as required by the No Surprises Act. If you are paying out of pocket, I will provide a Good Faith Estimate of your care costs, as required by law.
Learn more here: https://www.cms.gov/files/document/gfe-and-ppdr-requirements-slides.pdf
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THIS NOTICE DESCRIBES HOW HEALTH INFORMATION MAY BE USED AND DISCLOSED AND HOW YOU CAN GET ACCESS TO THIS INFORMATION. PLEASE REVIEW IT CAREFULLY.
I understand that health information about you and your health care is personal. I am committed to protecting health information about you. I create a record of the care and services you receive from me. I need this record to provide you with quality care and to comply with certain legal requirements. This notice applies to all of the records of your care generated by this mental health care practice. This notice will tell you about the ways in which I may use and disclose health information about you. I also describe your rights to the health information I keep about you, and describe certain obligations I have regarding the use and disclosure of your health information.I am required by law to:
Make sure that protected health information (“PHI”) that identifies you is kept private.
Give you this notice of my legal duties and privacy practices with respect to health information.
Follow the terms of the notice that is currently in effect.
I can change the terms of this Notice, and such changes will apply to all information I have about you. The new Notice will be available upon request, in my office, and on my website.
HOW I MAY USE AND DISCLOSE HEALTH INFORMATION ABOUT YOU:
The following categories describe different ways that I use and disclose health information. For each category of uses or disclosures I will explain what I mean and try to give some examples. Not every use or disclosure in a category will be listed. However, all of the ways I am permitted to use and disclose information will fall within one of the categories.For Treatment Payment, or Health Care Operations: Federal privacy rules (regulations) allow health care providers who have direct treatment relationship with the patient/client to use or disclose the patient/client’s personal health information without the patient’s written authorization, to carry out the health care provider’s own treatment, payment or health care operations. I may also disclose your protected health information for the treatment activities of any health care provider. This too can be done without your written authorization. For example, if a clinician were to consult with another licensed health care provider about your condition, we would be permitted to use and disclose your personal health information, which is otherwise confidential, in order to assist the clinician in diagnosis and treatment of your mental health condition.
Disclosures for treatment purposes are not limited to the minimum necessary standard. Because therapists and other health care providers need access to the full record and/or full and complete information in order to provide quality care. The word “treatment” includes, among other things, the coordination and management of health care providers with a third party, consultations between health care providers and referrals of a patient for health care from one health care provider to another.
Lawsuits and Disputes: If you are involved in a lawsuit, I may disclose health information in response to a court or administrative order. I may also disclose health information about your child in response to a subpoena, discovery request, or other lawful process by someone else involved in the dispute, but only if efforts have been made to tell you about the request or to obtain an order protecting the information requested.
CERTAIN USES AND DISCLOSURES REQUIRE YOUR AUTHORIZATION:
Psychotherapy Notes. I do keep “psychotherapy notes” as that term is defined in 45 CFR § 164.501, and any use or disclosure of such notes requires your Authorization unless the use or disclosure is:
a. For my use in treating you.
b. For my use in training or supervising mental health practitioners to help them improve their skills in group, joint, family, or individual counseling or therapy.
c. For my use in defending myself in legal proceedings instituted by you.
d. For use by the Secretary of Health and Human Services to investigate my compliance with HIPAA.
e. Required by law and the use or disclosure is limited to the requirements of such law.
f. Required by law for certain health oversight activities pertaining to the originator of the psychotherapy notes.
g. Required by a coroner who is performing duties authorized by law.
h. Required to help avert a serious threat to the health and safety of others.Marketing Purposes. As a psychotherapist, I will not use or disclose your PHI for marketing purposes.
Sale of PHI. As a psychotherapist, I will not sell your PHI in the regular course of my business.
CERTAIN USES AND DISCLOSURES DO NOT REQUIRE YOUR AUTHORIZATION:
Subject to certain limitations in the law, I can use and disclose your PHI without your Authorization for the following reasons:When disclosure is required by state or federal law, and the use or disclosure complies with and is limited to the relevant requirements of such law.
For public health activities, including reporting suspected child, elder, or dependent adult abuse, or preventing or reducing a serious threat to anyone’s health or safety.
For health oversight activities, including audits and investigations.
For judicial and administrative proceedings, including responding to a court or administrative order, although my preference is to obtain an Authorization from you before doing so.
For law enforcement purposes, including reporting crimes occurring on my premises.
To coroners or medical examiners, when such individuals are performing duties authorized by law.
For research purposes, including studying and comparing the mental health of patients who received one form of therapy versus those who received another form of therapy for the same condition.
Specialized government functions, including, ensuring the proper execution of military missions; protecting the President of the United States; conducting intelligence or counterintelligence operations; or, helping to ensure the safety of those working within or housed in correctional institutions.
For workers’ compensation purposes. Although my preference is to obtain an Authorization from you, I may provide your PHI in order to comply with workers’ compensation laws.
Appointment reminders and health related benefits or services. I may use and disclose your PHI to contact you to remind you that you have an appointment with me. I may also use and disclose your PHI to tell you about treatment alternatives, or other health care services or benefits that I offer.
CERTAIN USES AND DISCLOSURES REQUIRE YOU TO HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO OBJECT:
Disclosures to family, friends, or others. I may provide your PHI to a family member, friend, or other person that you indicate is involved in your care or the payment for your health care, unless you object in whole or in part. The opportunity to consent may be obtained retroactively in emergency situations.
YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING RIGHTS WITH RESPECT TO YOUR PHI:
The Right to Request Limits on Uses and Disclosures of Your PHI. You have the right to ask me not to use or disclose certain PHI for treatment, payment, or health care operations purposes. I am not required to agree to your request, and I may say “no” if I believe it would affect your health care.
The Right to Request Restrictions for Out-of-Pocket Expenses Paid for In Full. You have the right to request restrictions on disclosures of your PHI to health plans for payment or health care operations purposes if the PHI pertains solely to a health care item or a health care service that you have paid for out-of-pocket in full.
The Right to Choose How I Send PHI to You. You have the right to ask me to contact you in a specific way (for example, home or office phone) or to send mail to a different address, and I will agree to all reasonable requests.
The Right to See and Get Copies of Your PHI. Other than “psychotherapy notes,” you have the right to get an electronic or paper copy of your medical record and other information that I have about you. I will provide you with a copy of your record, or a summary of it, if you agree to receive a summary, within 30 days of receiving your written request, and I may charge a reasonable, cost based fee for doing so.
The Right to Get a List of the Disclosures I Have Made. You have the right to request a list of instances in which I have disclosed your PHI for purposes other than treatment, payment, or health care operations, or for which you provided me with an Authorization. I will respond to your request for an accounting of disclosures within 60 days of receiving your request. The list I will give you will include disclosures made in the last six years unless you request a shorter time. I will provide the list to you at no charge, but if you make more than one request in the same year, I will charge you a reasonable cost based fee for each additional request.
The Right to Correct or Update Your PHI. If you believe that there is a mistake in your PHI, or that a piece of important information is missing from your PHI, you have the right to request that I correct the existing information or add the missing information. I may say “no” to your request, but I will tell you why in writing within 60 days of receiving your request.
The Right to Get a Paper or Electronic Copy of this Notice. You have the right get a paper copy of this Notice, and you have the right to get a copy of this notice by email. And, even if you have agreed to receive this Notice via e-mail, you also have the right to request a paper copy of it.
Contact Us
Interested in working together? Send me a message through the contact form. I’ll reach out to coordinate a time that works for you. In our first conversation, we’ll discuss what brings you here, answer any questions you have about therapy, and explore how I can best support you. There is no pressure or commitment—just a welcoming space to take the first step.
You don’t have to navigate this journey alone! If we are not the best match, I will gladly help connect you with someone who could be with a list of referral resources based on your presenting concern(s).
Messaging Terms & Conditions: You agree to receive informational messages from Silence of Space Counseling LLC. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. For help, reply HELP or email us at nicole@silenceofspacecounseling.com. You can optout at any time by replying STOP.
Mobile SMS Messaging Privacy Policy: Information collected: We may collect information, such as name, phone number, and email address.
Use of information collected: We may use the information we collect to perform the services requested including billing, customer service, appointment reminders and other administrative requests. Sharing of information collected: Mobile information will not be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. This includes text messaging opt-in data and consent. As a current or prospective customer, you understand that you can text us STOP at any time to opt out of receiving SMS text messages from us. You can text us HELP at any time to receive help. You understand that the messaging frequency may vary. Messaging & data rates may apply. All policies are followed as per CTIA guidelines 5.2.1. At any time if you want your information to be removed, you can contact us via our email address or regular mail."