Frequently Asked Questions

  • We specialize in working with children and adolescents experiencing the following:

    • Trauma, Adjustment and Stress Disorders

    • Anxiety Disorders

    • Mood Disorders

    • Parent-Child Relationship Conflict

    • Self-Esteem and Confidence

    Therapy can assist your child and your family by:

    • providing emotional support;

    • improving communication between you and your child;

    • managing behaviors at home and school;

    • building skills to cope with overwhelming feelings and emotions; and

    • developing social skills.

  • It is not unexpected for children and adolescents to encounter challenges throughout their development. Changes in mind and body, as well as changes at home, school or in the community, can result in times of adjustment. During these times, children and adolescents may express greater intensity of emotion and have difficulty functioning in one or more settings.

    It is important to know that the range of emotions including fear, anger, sadness and anxiety are part of a healthy emotional life. However, if you or others in your child’s life (e.g., teachers, pediatrician, etc.) have become concerned about your child’s behavior or functioning, it can be worthwhile to consider if your child would benefit from therapeutic services.

    We offer a free 15-minute consultation to determine if your child is a good candidate for an evaluation for services. We only recommend treatment when our evaluation determines your child would benefit from the services that we offer.

  • We do not accept insurance. The standard rate is $150 for a 45-minute session. We do offer an income-based sliding scale that can lower the cost of a session for your family (range $35-150).

    When you call for a consultation, please indicate that you wish to discuss a reduction in your session fee. You can view the income-based sliding fee scale here.

    Additionally, your therapist can provide a monthly statement for those seeking out-of-network reimbursement from their insurance provider.

  • To initiate services, please send us a message through the website. Someone from our office will contact you to schedule a free 15-minute consultation to discuss services.

    During the consultation, you will speak with a therapist who will discuss your child, their needs, and your interest in services. 

    If you and the therapist agree to move forward with services, you will be asked to complete registration materials. The information collected will assist your therapist with understanding important information about your child and family. The registration materials include a Consent to Treatment, which must be electronically signed by each parent/guardian.  

    You will also schedule a 30-minute phone interview with your therapist. The purpose of the interview is to collect additional information in preparation for your therapist to meet with your child. The cost of the phone consultation is $50. At the conclusion of the interview, your therapist will work with you to schedule an appointment with your child. 

    The second appointment is a 45-minute in-person session with you and your child. The purpose of this appointment is for the therapist to focus on building a relationship with your child and getting to know needs from their perspective. The cost of the initial intake session is $35-150 depending on your income. 

    Following this session, your therapist will review your child’s file to ensure goodness of fit between the practice and your family. This is to make certain your child has a positive, supportive and generative therapeutic experience.

    If you, your child, and your therapist agree to move forward, the next appointment will involve establishing goals and a plan for treatment. This appointment will also involve review of practice policies and procedures.

  • We use a variety of treatment approaches including Play Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, Progressive Counting, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. We encourage parents and caregivers to discuss specific treatment approaches with their child’s therapist.

  • Sessions are 45 minutes. Each session typically involves initial check-ins with child and caregiver together. Caregivers of younger children typically have greater involvement throughout the session than caregivers of adolescents. However, caregiver participation is a routine part of the treatment process. Your child’s therapist will engage your child in play-based, art-based or traditional talk therapy approaches depending on their needs and goals.