Wesley Cook, MSW (he/him)
Resident Therapist
Wesley [Wes] Cook is a Supervisee in Clinical Social Work and a graduate of Baylor University’s Garland School of Social Work. Wes is a Queer transman and believes in the work of creating and experiencing belonging. Wes’ identity has helped craft his desire to be a counselor and community advocate.
Wes focuses on the relationship with each client and believes in client centered counseling. He is trained in trauma- informed care and focuses on intersectionality in his practice while working with clients with a variety of cultural identities and backgrounds. Wes has experience in work with depression, anxiety, gender dysphoria, and other life stressors. He utilizes EMDR, expressive arts, and narrative therapies.
In his free time Wes enjoys playing queer sports and hanging out with his family, friends, and animals.
FAQs
Is this therapist taking new clients?
Unfortunately, Wes is not taking new clients at this time.
Do you take my insurance?
We are not in-network with health insurance companies. Most insurance companies will not reimburse for resident therapists. You may be able to a use a health savings account to pay for sessions. Please contact your health savings account (HSA) and ask if therapy sessions with license-eligible clinicians are reimbursable for your particular HSA account.
How much do sessions cost?
QueerWell utilizes an equity pricing model that allows us to offer tiers of pricing options that each client can choose when they begin services (subject to availability). You can check that out here.
50-minute session rates:
Standard Plus Pricing = $120-140 Pay for you & a little more for someone else.
Standard Pricing = $110 - Pay the full fee for yourself.
Equity Pricing = $55 - Pay 50% of the standard rate for yourself.
What is a Resident Therapist?
All QueerWell Resident Therapists have completed their master’s degree in social work and are currently under the supervision of a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). Designated as supervisees in social work by the Virginia Department of Health Professions, these therapists engage in over two-years of post-master’s clinical practice and supervision leading to the LCSW credential.
Wesley Clark’s clinical supervisor is Nicole O-Pries, LCSW.
What if my therapist isn’t a good fit?
If you don’t feel like your therapist is a good match after your first session, let us know; we will gladly refund your first session fee and help you find other resources.
Can I see a QueerWell therapist if I am outside of Virginia?
Unfortunately, no. It would make a lot of sense if online counseling services could be made available regardless of location. Alas, antiquated regulations prevent us from providing therapy sessions whenever a person is located outside of Virginia. (This also applies to Virginia residents who may be traveling.)