Counseling Practice – Clear Life Counseling, PLLC
Derek Rinaldo, MA, LCMHC (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor), operates Clear Life Counseling, PLLC in Asheville, North Carolina. The practice focuses on individual therapy for men, with particular emphasis on trauma, addiction, and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy as primary clinical areas.
Additional presenting concerns addressed through therapy include anxiety, depression, relationship issues, PTSD, and OCD, as well as what Rinaldo describes on the site as general feelings of being “lost” or lacking direction and purpose. His stated clinical approach combines what the practice characterizes as “a supportive and caring approach” with a willingness to be direct and honest with clients. The site states that Rinaldo listens “carefully and without judgement” to help clients develop clarity and work toward meaningful change in their lives. The practice frames this blend of support and directness as central to how it differentiates itself.
Sessions at Clear Life Counseling are typically structured on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. The practice operates entirely on a self-pay model, with sessions priced at $150 each. Insurance is not billed directly, but the practice provides documentation that clients may submit to their insurance carriers for potential out-of-network reimbursement. Prospective clients are invited to schedule a free 15-minute phone consultation before committing to ongoing therapy sessions.
Consultations can be arranged by calling 828-713-3049 or by submitting a contact request through the website. The practice’s stated focus on men navigating trauma, substance use, and identity concerns is presented in neutral, informational terms throughout the site. No telehealth services, group therapy options, or additional clinicians beyond Rinaldo are described on the page.
Year of establishment is not listed. The practice serves clients in Asheville, North Carolina. Clear Life Counseling’s specialized focus on men’s mental health, particularly around trauma, addiction, and existential concerns, reflects an intentional niche positioning within the broader Asheville clinical community, where a number of mental health providers operate across general and specialty practice models. No group services or additional clinical staff are described on the site.