Wandering Counseling Youth Mental Health Counseling Practice Policies
I am excited to work with you and your child through our unique blend of play therapies, nature-based therapies, and experiential therapies. To ensure a smooth and effective experience, please take a moment to review my mental health practice policies.
1. Scheduling and Appointments
- Booking Sessions: You can easily book and manage your appointments through our online platform, SimplePractice. Alternatively, if you are using insurance, you can schedule with me through Sondermind. For more details, please visit my Rates & Insurance page.
- Session Lengths:
- 60-minute session: $119
- 45-minute session: $89
- 30-minute session: $59
- Session Types: Our sessions may take place indoors, outdoors, or a combination of both. Therefore, please dress your child appropriately for the weather and activities.
2. Payment Policies
- Private Pay: Payment is due at the time of service. To facilitate this process, we accept all major credit cards through SimplePractice.
- Receipts and Statements: Upon request, we can provide receipts and statements for you to submit to your insurance if applicable.
3. Cancellation and No-Show Policy
- 24-Hour Notice: Please provide at least 24 hours’ notice if you need to cancel or reschedule a mental health session. Cancellations made with less than 24 hours’ notice will incur a $75 late cancellation fee.
- No-Show Fee: If you miss your scheduled appointment without any prior notice, a $119 no-show fee will be charged.
- Late Arrivals: If you are late for a session, the session will still end at the scheduled time. Arrivals more than 15 minutes late will be considered a no-show and will incur the full no-show fee.
4. Participation and Safety
- Parental Involvement: Depending on the nature of the session, parental or guardian involvement may be requested, especially for younger children.
- Safety First: Safety is our top priority. For nature-based sessions, please ensure your child has appropriate footwear and clothing. We will provide details on necessary preparations prior to each session.
- Health Precautions: If your child is feeling unwell, please reschedule the session to prevent the spread of illness. No fees will be charged for rescheduling due to sickness with proper notice.
5. Confidentiality
- Privacy: All sessions are confidential. Information will only be shared with other professionals or agencies with your explicit consent, except in cases where we are legally required to disclose (e.g., safety concerns, abuse reporting).
- Records: Session notes and records are securely stored and can be accessed through your SimplePractice portal.
6. Communication
- Between Sessions: Feel free to reach out via the SimplePractice messaging system for non-urgent matters or email me at [email protected]. I will respond within 48 hours.
- Emergencies: In case of a mental health emergency, please contact emergency services immediately.
7. Participation Agreement
By participating in our therapies, you agree to adhere to these policies. This helps ensure that we can provide the best possible care for all our clients.