How often are sessions scheduled?

For therapy to help create change, I have found weekly appointments at the same day and time work best. However, depending on your needs, we can discuss what would work best for you or your child.

Do you require both parents to consent and participate in services?

Yes! I do require that both parents sign my consent paperwork prior to child beginning therapy.

What is an intake appointment and do I need to bring anything?

The intake appointment is the first appointment scheduled to meet your therapist, go over the therapy process, and to get a history of your child’s experiences. During this time, we will discuss goals and how I can best serve your family.

Prior to the intake, I will send you intake paperwork through my secure client portal: SimplePractice.

The first meeting is for parent(s)/guardians.

What happens if I bring my child during the day and they miss school?

I will provide your child with a note so they are not penalized. Most schools are flexible and are understanding of the counseling process.

What do I tell my child about therapy?

It is important that you prepare your child for their first visit to the playroom. You can tell your child that they are going to play in a room with lots of toys and games with a friendly helper. It is normal for there to be some pushback; trying new things with a stranger can be scary! Offer them comfort and share that you wish for them to have their own space to play!

What do I do after my child’s session? Can I ask them how it was?

It is natural to be curious about your child’s therapy and what it entails, but please refrain from asking your child about their play time. Let your child be in charge if they decide to share something about their session. If you ever have a concern about a topic, please reach out to your therapist. Sometimes your child may bring home something that they create in session. Children’s artwork is an extension of their inner and you can respect their expression by asking open ended questions and by acknowledging their creation without giving it any labels such as good/ugly/pretty.

What do I do if I need to cancel or reschedule my appointment?

I am happy to reschedule appointments with at least 24 hours notice. If an appointment is cancelled in less than 24 hours or if a client fails to show up, a late fee will be charged for the missed appointment. I understand that life happens.

What do those letters behind your name mean?

Great Question! The MS stands for Master of Science which I received at the University of North Texas in clinical mental health counseling. LPC stands for Liscenced Professional counselor. To obtain this license, I had to past a licensing exam after graduate school and have completed a required amount of supervision and direct client hours. RPT stands for Registered Play Therapist and to be recognized as such I had to complete the above requirements to qualify for the LPC credential or other-related, independent license (such as LMFT or LCSW), complete at least 150 hours of play therapy-specific instruction, and complete a minimum of 350 hours of play therapy services under the supervision of an approved RPT-Supervisor. NCC stands for Nationally Certified Counselor.

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