Frequently Asked Questions
Because getting started can feel confusing and scary.

Q: What Can I Expect If I Reach Out?
A: I work hard to return all inquiries within 2 business days.  I will typically reach out via same method in which I was contacted unless otherwise requested (i.e. phone call returned with a phone call, email returned with an email).  

Q: What Does the Intake Process Look Like?
A: This depends on ages and goals for therapy.  But, it typically looks like this:

• Step 1: Intake Forms and Consents - These are sent electronically via my client portal and are typically completed by a parent/guardian or the adult seeking services.  They review the legalities surrounding therapy, set expectations for billing, and review confidentiality and other important items.  
• Step 2: Parent/Caregiver Appointment - For children 12 and under (and sometimes teens as well) I start by meeting with caregivers to better understand concerns and goals.  This appointment typically takes about an hour and can be done electronically or in-person. 
• Step 3: Intake Appointment - This is done with the individual seeking services or who services will be most tailored to.  Depending on the age of the client, this appointment can be done independently, with a caregiver present, or a bit of both.  These appointments can be done in-person or electronically.
• Step 4: Service Plan - From there, we create a collaborative idea of what services will look like (who, when, how frequently, and goals).  

Q: Do You Work with Adults?
A: Yes!  I specialize in working with kids, families, and young adults.  But, I also have experience working with adults of various ages (especially college-aged and parenting adults).  

Q: What If There Are Legal Custodial Concerns?
A: I am NOT a parenting assessor nor do I provide services to be used within the a court-mandated legal process.  My standard practice is to gain consent from BOTH parents (if custody is shared) and have BOTH parents sign a Safe Harbor Agreement.  

​Q: What is a Safe Harbor Agreement?
A: This is an agreement parents sign indicating that therapy records and information is to be used to promote positive health and mental well-being and NOT as evidence for custodial, placement, or parenting-time decisions.  

Q: What Type of Communication Can I Expect as a Parent?
A: This depends a LOT on the type of therapy (family or individual), therapy goals, and the age of the child(ren).  I believe in open communication with parents, but also work to maintain a child's confidentiality.  Often, this can mean involving a parent in session, sharing more general information with them, or supporting the child to discuss therapy topics or learning with their parents.  I encourage all people involved to let me know if the type/amount of communication does not feel adequate or supportive to the therapy process.