FAQ'S
Starting therapy often comes with questions, and it’s important to feel informed and comfortable. If anything isn’t answered here, I’m happy to connect and help.
Do you offer free consultation?
Yes. I offer a 20-minute free consultation to all potential clients so we can determine whether working together is a good fit. If it does not feel like the right match, I’m happy to provide recommendations.
What insurance do you accept?
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Blue Cross Blue Shield (Regence) of Utah
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Cigna
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Aetna
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United Healthcare (Optum)
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Bishop Pay
Insurance reimbursement outside some networks (via the superbill process) is also possible.
What ages do you work with?
I work with verbal children as young as age 3, adolescents, and adults. However, I do not specialize in geriatric therapy or end-of-life counseling.
Do you speak other languages?
I speak English only, though I have experience working with interpreters when necessary.
Do you provide documentation for schools or court?
Yes. With a signed information release, I can provide:
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Advocacy letters
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Proof-of-treatment letters
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Diagnostic declarations
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Letters of recommendation
I cannot provide documentation related to therapy animals or housing permissions for pets.
Do you perform assessments?
Yes. During intake and case formulation I perform a psychological assessment to determine diagnosis and treatment planning. More detailed psychiatric testing may be performed when necessary, though full psychiatric evaluations are typically referred to a psychologist.
Do you have a waitlist?
Availability varies, but I can often fit urgent sessions into the schedule within the week. Waitlists rarely extend longer than three weeks.
Do you offer telehealth?
Yes. I offer both in-person sessions and HIPAA-compliant telehealth.
Telehealth is generally less ideal for younger children, though I have developed methods that help maintain engagement when it is necessary.
What happens in the first session?
The first session is an intake appointment where we review paperwork and discuss goals for therapy. Most sessions are 55 minutes long. Couples sessions are often 120 minutes.
How do you approach therapy with children?
I believe in creating a fun, open, child-centered environment.
Sessions may include:
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Video games
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Magic tricks
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Puppets
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Art supplies
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Educational toys
When behavioral issues are present, I often use Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).
How involved are parents?
Parental involvement varies depending on the child's needs, therapy approach, and family circumstances. This can always be discussed during treatment.
Do you give homework between sessions?
Homework is optional. Some clients request assignments or therapeutic exercises, while others prefer discussion-based sessions. I often recommend books from my personal collection of therapeutic and non-fiction materials when appropriate.
Contact Ridgedale Counseling
If you’re considering therapy, feel free to reach out—I’m here to help you take the next step.
801-421-6670