About ICG

Innovative Counseling Group

The Innovative Counseling Group is an Outpatient Private Practice with the ability to connect our clients to a variety of resources in an effort to support our clients with holistic treatment.

Our practice specializes in the treatment of trauma, grief, substance use, and co-occurring disorders associated with the experiencing of traumatic events and substance use related disorders. In addition to the treatment of trauma, we are experienced in a variety of modalities and theoretical approaches in order to apply the best suited treatments for our client's therapeutic needs.

Our Mission

Innovative Counseling Group seeks to reduce the stigma of mental health treatment as we understand that our mental stability and mental fitness is the core of our overall well-being. Through our person-centered, holistic approach, we support our clients with gaining a better understanding of themselves and their underlying issues, and how to implement strategies that increase resilience and improve mental health stability.

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John Weaver, LPC, LSATP, EMDR-C, CAADC, CCTP

Owner and Licensed Professional Counselor

Mr. Weaver is a highly skilled trauma specialist trained and certified in multiple facets of trauma-informed care. He specializes in working with adolescents and adults with post-traumatic stress disorder, trauma, substance use issues and co-occurring disorders of depression, anxiety, and family related issues. Mr. Weaver is a Trauma & Resilience Trainer, a Trauma Informed Peer Support Trainer. He is a Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner, a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, a Certified EMDR Clinician, and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional specializing in treating BIPOC clients with trauma recovery and resilience building. He uses a variety of approaches to treatment including but not limited to EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered, Reality Based, and Solution Focused modalities. In addition, Mr. Weaver serves as a consultant to other licensed clinicians and supervises Residents seeking to become Licensed Professional Counselors. John is frequently engaged by non-profit agencies, community-based programs, and mental health agencies to educate and train their staff on trauma informed care. John also provides organizations with training on trauma-informed care organizational best practices.

Licensure and Certifications

  • Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
  • Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner (LSATP) 
  • Certified EMDR Clinician (EMDR-C)
  • Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)
  • Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC)
  • Trauma and Resilience Trainer
  • Trauma Informed Peer Support Trainer
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Associations

  • American Counseling Association (ACA)
  • International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies (ISTSS)
  • International Association of Trauma Professionals (IATP)

Innovative Counseling Group

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Accepted Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Anthem Health Keepers Plus
  • Cigna
  • Optima Health
  • Optum
  • Molina (Cardinal Care)
  • United Health Care

Self Pay options available

Services and Rates

  • Initial Assessment (Individual)
    1 hr 30 mins|Free Initial Consultation
    Outpatient Therapy
  • Individual Session (Telehealth) 45 - 60 mins
    1 hr |Free Initial Consultation
  • Family Session
    1 hr 30 mins|Free Initial Consultation
  • Substance Use
    Initial Assessment (Substance Use)
    1 hr 30 mins|Free Initial Consultation
    Individual Substance Use